In a swift special session held on Monday, January 15, 2024, the Clifton Town Council voted unanimously to terminate the employment agreement of Town Manager Rudy Perez. The meeting, which lasted just 15 minutes, was attended by three council members in person and three others via phone, with only one member of the public present.

The session began promptly at 2:30 PM, following the council's standard agenda, which included a call to order and roll call. After a brief discussion, the council voted to end Perez's tenure, a decision that was made in a matter of minutes. Following the vote, Perez exited the building immediately.

In the wake of Perez's departure, the council moved quickly to appoint interim leadership. Police Chief Omar Negrete and Town Clerk Cecilia Jernigan were selected to fill the role of interim town manager while maintaining their current positions and salaries, supplemented by a part-time stipend.

The council also initiated discussions regarding the recruitment process for a new town manager. A committee comprising at least three council members will convene over the next month to determine the best approach for filling the vacancy.

The meeting concluded at 2:45 PM, marking a significant shift in the town's leadership structure with the council's decisive actions.