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RDCK delays decision on 20% raise

There’s no decision yet whether Regional District of Central Kootenay directors will increase their own pay.

There was a motion Thursday to bump their stipends up 10 per cent in each of the next two years.

But Salmo mayor Stephen White asked for a delay.

Some directors feel an increase would encourage younger people to run for office.

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But others point out they’re already among the highest paid regional districts in BC.

Right now municipal directors get about $12,000 a year and rural directors $33,000, not including expenses.

They are also able to supplement their incomes by serving on various committees.

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