A proposed increase in compensation for Leominster School Committee members took center stage at the Leominster City Council's recent public hearing. Chairperson Sushella Fuzeffer led the discussion on communication C-94, which originally requested a $1,000 raise along with an annual cost of living adjustment based on the consumer price index.

However, in a letter dated August 8, 2025, Mayor Dean J. Mazzarella requested that the proposed increase be amended to $2,000. This clarification aimed to align the request more closely with what the School Committee had previously voted on. Fuzeffer noted that the mayor's response helped clear up confusion surrounding the initial proposal.

During the hearing, committee members expressed satisfaction with the mayor's clarification, with Councilor Pauline Cormier stating, "I think that cleared it up for us and made this a little bit cleaner." No further questions were raised by the council members, and the public was invited to weigh in on the matter. However, no members of the public chose to speak either in support of or against the proposal.

As the hearing concluded, Fuzeffer recommended closing the public discussion, setting the stage for the council to address the amendment during their regular meeting. The outcome of this proposal could significantly impact the compensation structure for the School Committee, reflecting the city's commitment to supporting its educational leaders.