I’ve heard this question asked many times.
Apparently, salaries of elected officials can only change at the start of the term.
My opinion is that it if an efficient elected official can get the job done working part-time, the pay and benefits shouldn’t be full-time.
How should Elmwood residents monitor this? Probably by setting benchmarks. Also, these positions should be officially reviewed every year.
In the case of the treasurer position, how many sewer and water bills are sent out. How has this changed over time? What percentage of a treasurer’s job is made up of these billings? As computer systems become more efficient, will tax payers see a reduction in taxes?
If statutory responsibilities are met, should this alone qualify the position to be full-time?
Has the elected official made additional contributions above and beyond their statutory responsibilities?
Are the elected officials simply “showing up”?
Local governments nationally and especially in the State of Michigan will be undergoing significant financial stress during this current economic period.
Do our elected officials deserve full-time pay? I’m asking the question here, because I haven’t figured out the answer yet.
Wed, Dec 31, 2008
concerns