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Council reappoints municipal judge to two‑year term and approves pay increase
Summary
The City Council reappointed Presiding Municipal Judge Bachman to a two‑year term through March 16, 2027, and approved an amended employment agreement raising annual compensation to $233,847, including an existing monthly vehicle allowance and benefits.
The City Council unanimously reappointed Presiding Municipal Judge Bachman on March 11 for a two‑year term ending March 16, 2027, and approved an amendment to her employment agreement that increases annual compensation to $233,847 and continues benefits and a $500 monthly vehicle allowance.
Human Resources Director Nikki Macklin told council that the home‑rule charter requires council appointment and compensation decisions for the presiding municipal judge. The amendment follows Judge Bachman’s annual review on Feb. 11; council members voted to renew the appointment and raise compensation as recommended.
Nut graf: The resolution formalizes a two‑year reappointment and the compensation increase; the resolution also specifies the city will pay premiums for medical and dental coverage for the judge and dependents as part of the employment amendment.
Council members had no substantive questions during the public portion of the meeting. The vote was taken in a roll call and passed unanimously.
Ending: The amended employment agreement takes effect on the appointment date; staff said no further action is required unless council revises compensation or term in the future.
