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Adopt a Resolution Ratifying the City Manager’s Employment Agreement of Christina Castro as Public Works Director and Approving the Employment Agreement effective October 5, 2026 (HR)
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MEETING DATE:
September 2, 2026
PREPARED BY:
James Peavey, Human Resources Manager

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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a Resolution Ratifying the City Manager’s Employment Agreement of Christina Castro as Public Works Director and Approving the Employment Agreement effective October 5, 2026.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
On November 3, 2025, the Public Works Director position became vacant. The City of Lodi engaged the services of an executive recruitment firm to conduct the recruitment to fill this position. The City Manager selected Christina Castro to fill the position.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The annual salary is $225,830.
FUNDING AVAILABLE:
The total cost of compensation and benefits will be funded through the Public Works Department's existing personnel budget.