Meeting Summary
The city council held a special meeting to address key administrative matters. They approved compensation for the interim city manager and authorized staff to begin advertising for a permanent city manager position, with specific conditions for the application review process. Additionally, a transfer of appropriations between departments was approved.
Key Decisions & Votes
Interim City Manager Compensation
00:30The council approved the compensation package for the interim city manager, which included a car allowance. Funds were discussed to be allocated from existing personnel budgets.
Advertising for City Manager Position
05:00Staff was authorized to advertise for a permanent city manager position for 45 days. A key condition was that no applications would be reviewed until the full seven-member board could convene to discuss and agree upon the specific requirements for the role.
Transfer of Appropriations
29:30A motion was passed to approve the transfer of appropriations between departments, specifically moving funds from the Street Personnel budget to another personnel budget.
Financial Matters
Interim City Manager Compensation
Compensation for the interim city manager was approved, including a car allowance. The motion was for '65 with 100', with further discussion on budget allocation from the Street Department's personnel budget.
Transfer of Appropriations
Approval of a transfer of funds from the Street Department's personnel budget to another personnel budget.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- City Manager applications to be open for 45 days
Watch For
- Full seven-member board discussion on city manager requirements and applicant review
Agenda Summary
Discuss and consider setting compensation for the interim city manager
Discussion regarding the salary and car allowance for the interim city manager, including budget implications and the duration of the interim role.
Authorized staff to proceed with advertising for city manager position
Discussion on the process, timing, and content of advertising for a permanent city manager, with concerns raised about board consensus and member availability.
Transfer of Appropriations between departments
Consideration and approval of a budget transfer, specifically moving funds from Street Personnel to another personnel budget.