Salary Increases

A 35-year resident who said she can't understand a 29% raise when ordinary people get 3–4%.

A recent retiree who said the proposed raise percentages are outrageous and demanded an explanation from the board.

A senior on a fixed income of 50+ years who described missed garbage pickups, poor plowing, and said she cannot absorb any more taxes.

Said Social Security gives 3.5% while the board proposes 30%, and questioned the legality of lifting a cap voters approved.

A retired teacher and substitute who said a 3% raise is fine, but 20–29% on salaries already double the Island average is not.