Branford Town Council votes against raising mayor’s salary amid heated discussion

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Tensions rose once again when Councilwoman Stacey Griffith presented the Branford Town Council with a proposal to increase Mayor Donny Glover's pay during the meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 10. Councilman Jay Hatch took the time to clarify the increase, stating the previous mayor was originally making $1,100, but his pay was reduced to $700 due to a lack of production in the position. It was later stated Glover was aware he would be making $700 when he took on the role of mayor. However, Hatch immediately made a motion for the increase, stating he wants the position to be one that's “worth it to work.” “I know Donny does a lot. I call him