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Costa Mesa hires Cecilia Gallardo Daley as city manager under a three‑year contract
Summary
The council approved a three‑year employment agreement for City Manager Cecilia Gallardo Daley with a $320,000 base salary, $50,000 deferred comp, executive leave and one year’s severance for termination without cause; the contract requires the manager and council to set annual performance goals.
The Costa Mesa City Council unanimously approved Dec. 2 an employment agreement with City Manager Cecilia Gallardo Daley outlining a three‑year term and compensation package.
Key terms: The contract sets a $320,000 annual base salary and $50,000 in deferred compensation annually; the manager will receive executive leave (40 hours)…
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