Interim city manager appointment and recruitment transparency
Summary
Assistant City Manager Yulia Carter will lead the city until a permanent hire arrives, expected within 6-8 weeks. Some residents slammed the process for a lack of public involvement in both the interim pick and the permanent search, and the mayor acknowledged trust issues while asking the community for patience.
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Last discussed Mar 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
The interim arrangement saves about $22,500 a month versus filling both the city manager and assistant city manager posts.
City staff get continuity during the budget season and the leadership handoff.
Residents who wanted an outside interim manager or a public role in the process feel shut out.
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City Council - Regular Meeting — March 9, 2026
Assistant City Manager Yulia Carter will lead the city until a permanent hire arrives, expected within 6-8 weeks. Some residents slammed the process for a lack of public involvement in both the interim pick and the permanent search, and the mayor acknowledged trust issues while asking the community for patience.
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