For the first time in more than 10 years, the Montgomery Police Department and other city employees will get raises.
District 7 Councilman Andrew Szymanski said an increase too large could drive away homebuilders who pay the same rates regardless of how much money they make. Council President Cornelius “CC” Calhoun argued the revenue from business licenses are crucial to providing services for the city. Suggestions were made on amending the budget or carrying over the ordinance in question, but Montgomery Chief Financial Officer Betty Beville says those suggestions would not be feasible.
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