Villa Rica council approves charter amendment altering city manager hiring and removal process

Mar 11, 2026

After hours of debate, the Villa Rica City Council unanimously approved a resolution to submit a charter amendment that clarifies the city manager’s appointment and removal process, giving the mayor a formal role in presenting candidates while preserving council confirmation and requiring clearer, written recruitment participation.

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The Villa Rica City Council on March 10 approved a resolution to amend the city charter’s language on hiring and firing the city manager, following an extended discussion about how the mayor and council should participate in recruiting, vetting and termination.

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