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Cypress council appoints Sean Joyce as interim city manager amid public outcry over former manager’s severance
Summary
Council approved interim appointments and a compensation amendment for acting staff and unanimously appointed retired annuitant Sean Joyce effective Sept. 15; the meeting also featured extended public comment criticizing the council majority over the severance paid to former city manager Peter Grant.
The Cypress City Council approved two personnel actions and heard prolonged public comment about the departure and severance payment of former city manager Peter Grant.
City Attorney Fred Galante presented an amendment to the executive‑management schedule that provides a 10% compensation increase plus a $2,500 payment for Matt Burton while he serves as acting city manager pending recruitment of a permanent replacement. The council voted unanimously to approve the resolution.
Council then considered the…
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