Approve 3-year employment contract for new City Attorney at $235,680 salary

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In Plain English

The city needs to hire Ms. Stricker as the new City Attorney starting November 9, 2020. Her contract runs for 3 years with an annual salary of $235,680. If approved, she handles all legal matters for the city including lawsuits, contracts, and advice to the council.

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Votes

Approve employment contract with Ms. Stricker appointing her as City Attorney, providing for a three-year term commencing November 9, 2020, at a base salary of $235,680 annually, and other specified employment terms

Passed

5 to 1

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Why This Vote Matters

The council approved hiring Ms. Stricker as the new City Attorney with a three-year contract starting November 9, 2020, at an annual salary of $235,680. As City Attorney, she will handle all legal matters for the city, including lawsuits, contract reviews, and providing legal advice to the council. The contract passed with broad support in a 5-1 vote, with Councilmember Bates dissenting and Councilmember Myrick absent. This represents a significant investment in legal services, as the City Attorney salary accounts for nearly a quarter million dollars annually in city expenses.

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