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Council hires Matthew Morton as Palm Bay city manager; approves employment agreement

3196228 · April 17, 2025
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Summary

After interviewing finalists, the council approved an employment agreement for Matthew Morton with a negotiated salary and benefits package; council amended the relocation payment to be paid after 90 days and approved the contract 4‑0.

The Palm Bay City Council voted unanimously to hire Matthew Thomas Morton as the city's new city manager and approved the negotiated employment agreement.

Interim City Manager Scott Morgan summarized the recruitment and interview process and said Morton brings municipal and private‑sector experience the city requested. "It is important for both the city and Mr. Morton that the agreement binds the…

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