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Commission directs manager to reinstate internal human resources director functions
Summary
Commissioner Santiago’s resolution to reinstate internal human resources director functions passed unanimously; commissioners discussed contract timeline and pay-plan alignment for an in-house position.
On Aug. 25 the City Commission voted unanimously to direct the city manager to reinstate the functions of an internal human resources director.
Commissioner Santiago sponsored the resolution and described the goal of bringing HR functions back in house to control costs and improve internal operations. Manager Shamika Lawson said the city’s contract with the current external HR provider runs through December and that staff intends to transition responsibilities to an in‑house director to avoid a lapse.
Council discussion touched on pay-plan work that is complete and fits within the pay‑plan framework; the manager said recruitment and transition planning would take place so there would be a smooth handover before the contract expiration. The commission approved the direction 4-0.
Next steps: Manager will begin recruitment/transition planning consistent with the approved pay plan and return with implementation details as needed. No specific hire was approved at the Aug. 25 meeting; the resolution restores the in‑house HR function and authorizes staff to move forward with planning and a transition timeline.
