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Zohran Mamdani, and other top New York City officials could see their salaries jump under a proposed 16% pay hike that council members are hoping to push through soon, according to reports.
A bill introduced by Councilwoman Nantasha Williams (D-Queens) would raise members’ salaries from $148,500 to $172,500, the New York Post reported Tuesday.
If passed, the pay hike would also apply to the new mayor, public advocate, comptroller, and borough presidents.
It would put Mamdani’s pay at nearly $300,000, up from the current $258,000, the outlet said.
NYC MAYOR-ELECT MAMDANI ASKS SUPPORTERS FOR $4M TO FUND TRANSITION, VOWS NO WEALTHY DONORS
Other top officials, such as the comptroller, public advocate, and borough presidents, would see comparabl

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