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Rathdrum council adopts new hiring policy

Rathdrum City Council · February 11, 2026
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Summary

The council adopted a new hiring policy by resolution after staff confirmed this is a new policy rather than an amendment; councilmember John moved adoption and the motion passed by roll call.

The Rathdrum City Council voted to adopt a new hiring policy by resolution after council discussion and a staff explanation that the change is a new policy rather than an amendment to an existing policy.

City staff explained the policy came to the council following prior discussion in January; the packet included the proposed resolution language. Councilmember John moved to accept the new hiring policy as presented; the motion was seconded and approved by roll call.

Staff indicated the item is a resolution (not an ordinance) and treated the action as a standard motion. The council’s approval will allow staff to implement the hiring procedures described in the resolution; staff will return with any implementation details or follow-up to council as needed.