Hire recently retired Finance Director for special projects before required waiting period
In Plain English
Former Finance Director Delmy Cuellar retired in March after 16 years with the city. The city needs her expertise to complete a state-required audit plan, prepare the 2023-2024 budget, and install new software. If approved, she returns temporarily for up to 1 year while the city searches for her permanent replacement.
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Votes
To approve the staff recommendation
7 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously approved bringing back retired Finance Director Delmy Cuellar as a temporary employee for up to one year. Cuellar, who retired in March after 16 years with the city, will help complete a state-required audit plan, prepare the 2023-2024 budget, and install new financial software while the city searches for her permanent replacement. This is a standard arrangement that allows cities to retain institutional knowledge during leadership transitions. The temporary appointment ensures critical financial work continues without interruption during the search for a new finance director.
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