Des Plaines city manager could get pay raise

Having marked her first anniversary as Des Plaines city manager, Dorothy Wisniewski is in line for a pay raise.

The city council on Monday is expected to boost Wisniewski’s base pay to $280,901 per year from $276,750, documents indicate.

The council also is considering awarding Wisniewski a $15,000 bonus and a $6,000 annual allowance for auto expenses.

Formerly the assistant city manager, Wisniewski succeeded Michael Bartholomew as manager on April 1, 2024.

Monday’s council meeting is set for 7 p.m. at city hall, 1420 Miner St. It will be livestreamed at desplainesil.gov.