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Laguna Hills council appoints Joseph Ames interim city manager; council approves interim pay and terms

Laguna Hills City Council · July 8, 2025
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The Laguna Hills City Council unanimously appointed Assistant City Manager Joseph Ames as interim city manager effective Aug. 8, 2025, and approved interim compensation and an employment agreement outlining benefits and severance; the council said the appointment is temporary while an external recruitment for a permanent city manager proceeds.

The Laguna Hills City Council unanimously appointed Assistant City Manager Joseph Ames as interim city manager effective Aug. 8, 2025, and approved related employment agreements spelling out interim compensation and a return-to-role arrangement.

Staff reported that City Manager Jared (transcript: “Jared Hilton brand”) submitted his resignation, effective Aug. 8, and that Ames will serve while the council conducts an external recruitment for a permanent…

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