Arlington officials are revisiting the topic of increasing salaries for council members and the mayor. This discussion was previously tabled two years ago during a charter election. Council members have varying opinions on the amount of the potential increase, but they are open to the proposal.

Some argue that a pay increase could help make city leadership more equitable by allowing a wider range of residents to run for office. Others are concerned that it could attract candidates motivated by financial gain. Further details on the proposal, including the potential timeline and amount of the increase, are available from the Fort Worth Report.