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Linn County economic development director resigns, citing workplace "dysfunction"

5594772 · August 18, 2025
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Cassidy Waremound, Linn County economic development director, read a resignation letter at the Aug. 11 commissioners meeting, alleging persistent disrespect, shifting expectations and mishandled disciplinary and grievance processes.

Cassidy Waremound, Linn County economic development director, read a resignation letter during public comment at the Linn County Board of Commissioners meeting Aug. 11 and said the resignation is effective immediately.

Waremound said she began the job in November 2024 and described her nine months in the role as marked by “dysfunction,” including “the inconsistent or the consistent absence of professionalism, clear expectations, and basic respect from elected leadership.” She told commissioners Ali, Jim and Jason that she had raised concerns directly and was met…

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