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Council hears call for more public-works staff; city manager role debated
Summary
After a public-works employee gave notice, council members and staff discussed critical staffing shortfalls across sewer, parks and roads and weighed whether hiring a city manager should be prioritized over filling operational positions.
Hooper City Council members reviewed public-works staffing needs after a longtime employee announced he would leave for another city.
The departing employee, identified in discussion as Benson, told council members he planned to move to Clearfield for work in a water department. Council members said Benson and other public-works staff recommended expanding several crews and hiring for specialized roles.
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