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Council thanks city attorney Kevin Baker for seven years of service
Summary
Council members praised city attorney Kevin Baker for his service and professionalism as he departs, with multiple members calling his tenure 'monumental' and wishing him well.
Council members publicly thanked city attorney Kevin Baker for seven years with the city and for his service to the council and administration.
Mayor Goodwin noted Baker's contributions and called his retention a "home run" and a blessing, saying he "uses his head" and "uses his heart." Councilmember Annie (speaker 7) described her first meeting with Baker and praised his fairness, professionalism and responsiveness. "You were always fair. You were always knowledgeable," she said, adding she wished him "nothing but the best of luck in your future endeavors." The mayor and several members said they will miss him and joked about hosting a roast at a future meeting to mark his departure.
The remarks concluded the meeting's substantive business; council then proceeded to roll call and adjournment.
