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Town manager Shane Fox to leave; council to consider interim appointment in closed session
Summary
Mayor announced that Town Manager Shane Fox has accepted a position in a neighboring county; the council thanked Fox for five years of service, outlined recent capital accomplishments, and said it will appoint an interim manager while conducting a search for a permanent replacement, with discussion and possible action in closed session.
Mayor (unnamed) told the council that Town Manager Shane Fox has accepted a role in a neighboring county and will be leaving his position. The mayor thanked Fox for five years of service and highlighted accomplishments including more than $35 million in capital projects completed during his tenure.
Fox addressed the council and audience, thanked his colleagues and staff, and summarized project milestones including Memorial Park concrete and curb work nearing completion, USDA loan materials ready for bid solicitation after the federal shutdown, and other ongoing capital and IT projects. He said staff and family support made his work possible and expressed gratitude to the community.
The mayor said the council will select an interim manager — possibly in the closed session scheduled for that night — while it interviews candidates for the permanent role. The meeting recessed for 10 minutes and council cited North Carolina General Statute 143‑318.11(a)(5) (potential property acquisition) and 143‑318.11(a)(6) (personnel) before moving into closed session.
Next steps: The council planned to consider an interim appointment in closed session and to continue the process of hiring a permanent manager; staff will provide updates on transition logistics and upcoming projects.
