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El Paso City Council Rep. Limón disagrees with Mayor Johnson over salary increases
By Max Zepeda at KVIA ABC-7
· June 25, 2026
· 2 min read
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Why this matters in The El Paso
The disagreement between City Representative Limón and Mayor Johnson over salary increases puts a spotlight on the city's budget priorities. With a proposed 15.2% increase, the mayor and city council members would see a significant boost in their salaries, which could be perceived as out of touch with the community's needs. The fact that the salary increase is tied to the median household income in El Paso County means that the city's elected officials are not directly accountable for their own compensation. As the city council moves forward with next year's budget, residents will be watching to see how their representatives balance their own salaries with the needs of the community, particularly in areas such as public safety, education, and infrastructure. The city's budget decisions will have a direct impact on the daily lives of El Paso residents, making this debate a crucial one for the community.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 2 min
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