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City manager search process
Summary
The council is interviewing three search firms to find the next city manager, but a motion to schedule the interviews failed 3-3 over transparency and process objections.
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Last discussed Aug 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Recruitment services and search firm fees are at issue; cost not yet determined.
✅Who benefits
Whoever the next city manager is — and residents who want a transparent, well-run search.
⚠️Who could be affected
Residents who want a swift, transparent hiring process may see delays from the stalled vote.
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