Brevard Commissioners Seek Nearly 70% Pay Raise

Brevard County commissioners are proposing a nearly 70% pay increase, raising their salaries from $60,000 to $102,000 per year. Voters will ultimately decide the matter through a charter amendment on the ballot. A “yes” vote will approve the increase, while a “no” vote will keep their pay the same. Mixed reactions have emerged, with some arguing it’s inappropriate given the pay of first responders. Others claim that Brevard commissioners are underpaid compared to their counterparts in nearby counties.