HOLYOKE — Two Holyoke leaders are sparring publicly over proposal to raise salaries for elected officials, namely a 40% bump for the mayor and 30% for city councilors, even though they both agree that now isn’t the time for the pay hikes.

The ordinance committee’s proposal will be reviewed by the full City Council on Wednesday. The goal is to offer better pay, so the city can attract and keep good public servants.

Not everyone agrees with the idea. City Councilor Kevin Jourdain said the raises are “inappropriate,” especially while many residents are struggling financially.

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