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Council approves employment contract for Colton Harris as city administrator
Summary
The council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute an employment contract appointing Colton Harris as city administrator; the contract specifies a Dec. 8 start date, base pay equivalent to $215,000 annually, and a $5,000 relocation expense added by the hire.
Republic City Council voted unanimously to approve a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute an employment contract with Colton Harris to serve as the city’s next city administrator.
City staff presented the contract terms at the meeting. The staff overview said the council had previously (unanimously) selected Harris and that an offer was made on Sept. 10; all post-offer requirements had been satisfied. The contract sets a Dec. 8 start date and a base salary equal to $8,269 biweekly, which staff stated is equivalent to $215,000 annually. The agreement includes a $500 monthly automobile allowance, a six-month probationary performance review, a requirement to relocate within city limits within the first year of employment, five days of administrative leave, and standard employee benefits. Staff also said Harris added a $5,000 relocation expense, which is included in the contract.
As this item was a resolution, council called for an immediate vote; the record shows the motion carried 8-0-0. Staff recommended the council approve the contract.
Direct quotations in this article are drawn from the meeting transcript where staff outlined the contract terms.
