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Extend Appointment of Andrew C. Keys as the Interim City Manager and Approve Third Amendment to Mr. Keys’ Employment Contract (HR)
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MEETING DATE:
March 20, 2024
PREPARED BY:
Adele Post, Human Resources Manager
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Extend appointment of Andrew C. Keys as the Interim City Manager and approve third amendment to Mr. Keys’ employment contract.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
On September 6, 2023, Council appointed Andrew C. Keys as the Interim City Manager upon the retirement of the prior City Manager, Steve Schwabauer, and approved an amendment to Mr. Keys’ employment contract for a six (6) month interim assignment.
The appointment of Mr. Keys expires at 5:30 p.m. on April 5, 2024. The recruitment for the City Manager vacancy is anticipated to continue for a few more months before an appointment can be finalized. In order to maintain continuity and continue the day-to-day operations of the City, it is recommended that the contract with Mr. Keys be extended for six (6) months, or until the new City Manager has been hired, whichever occurs first.
It is further recommended that Council approve the third amendment to Mr. Keys’ employment contract to extend his appointment as Interim City Manager.
STRATEGIC VISION:
All
FISCAL IMPACT:
Not applicable
FUNDING AVAILABLE:
The increase in salary will be funded through salary savings in the City Manager’s office.
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Adele Post
Human Resources Manager
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Katie O. Lucchesi
City Attorney