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Council accepts city attorney resignation, authorizes interim appointment and begins recruitment

Clearwater City Council · January 16, 2026
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Summary

The council formally accepted City Attorney David Margolis's resignation effective Feb. 9, approved a compound motion to appoint an interim (record refers to "Owen/Mr. Kohler") and directed staff to solicit recruitment firms for a permanent city attorney; HR reported outreach to four agencies with quick turnaround.

The council on Jan. 15 formally accepted City Attorney David Margolis’s resignation, effective Feb. 9, and authorized steps to fill the position on an interim and then permanent basis.

Mayor (unnamed) said the resignation should be ratified so the city can open the position for recruitment. Councilmembers discussed a compound motion to…

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