During a recent government meeting, city officials discussed the reinstatement of the Planning Director position, a role that has been absent since its elimination in 2018. The Planning and Development Department, represented by Mary Brian De Pena, highlighted the historical significance of this position, which has been part of the city's framework for over 30 years.

The council confirmed that the Planning Director role has been officially recreated and classified as a Grade C position, with a salary scale ranging from $819 to $1,248. New hires will typically start at the lower end of this scale, unless they possess specific qualifications that allow for a midpoint starting salary. The unanimous approval from the ordinance committee and the full city council on June 4th, followed by the mayor's signature on June 5th, solidified the position's reinstatement.

There was some confusion regarding the process for filling the newly created role. Officials clarified that nominations for filling positions go through the personnel committee, while the creation of new positions requires action from the ordinance committee. As the Planning Director position has already been established, the council agreed to withdraw any further discussions on the matter, concluding the meeting with a motion to adjourn.