During a recent government meeting, discussions centered on the residency requirement for the city manager of Carson City. A committee member proposed that the issue be formally agendized for future consideration, emphasizing the importance of having a city manager who resides within the community to foster a deeper understanding of local issues.

The member referenced past city managers, Linda Ritter and Nick Marano, who were both required to live in Carson City, suggesting that this practice should continue. The committee discussed the current city manager's contract, which stipulates that the city manager must reside within the jurisdiction unless waived by the Board for hardship or extenuating circumstances.

Deputy City Manager Hicks provided insights, noting that while there is no explicit municipal code mandating residency, the requirement is embedded in the city manager's contract. The committee acknowledged that this has been a consistent practice, with only one exception in the past.

The conversation highlighted the belief that living in Carson City is crucial for the city manager to effectively engage with and understand the community's needs. The committee concluded the discussion without immediate public comments, leaving the door open for further exploration of the residency requirement in future meetings.