Hire recruiting firm to find new Public Works Operations and Maintenance Director
In Plain English
The city needs to fill its vacant Public Works Operations and Maintenance Director position. This person oversees street repairs, water systems, and other infrastructure maintenance. If approved, the city pays Ralph Anderson & Associates $25,500 to handle the recruitment process and find qualified candidates.
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Votes
Authorize city manager to execute contract with Ralph Anderson & Associates
5 to 1
Why This Vote Matters
The council approved hiring Ralph Anderson & Associates for $25,500 to recruit a new Public Works Operations and Maintenance Director, with Councilmember Bates casting the lone dissenting vote. This position oversees critical city infrastructure including street repairs and water systems, and has been vacant. The recruitment firm will handle the search process to find qualified candidates for this key role. Three council members were absent from the meeting.
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