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Milledgeville city manager announces retirement; council appoints Melba Hillsome Butts as interim
Summary
City Manager Griffith announced his retirement following more than 11 years with the city; council later voted to appoint Melba Hillsome Butts as interim city manager and authorized the mayor to sign a temporary employment/professional services agreement.
City Manager Griffith used his Nov. 18 report to tell the City Council he plans to retire after more than 11 years with the city and to reflect on accomplishments during his tenure. Griffith listed recent capital and service projects and thanked staff and council for their support.
Griffith said he was ready to “slow down a little bit” and expressed appreciation for having had the opportunity to manage his hometown. “I’m appreciative of the more than 11 years you’ve allowed me to work...it’s been an honor and a privilege to serve you and the people of this my hometown,” he said.
After an executive session to address a personnel matter, council returned to open session and amended the agenda to record the action taken in closed session. Council voted to appoint Melba Hillsome Butts as interim city manager and authorized the mayor to sign an agreement for professional services and temporary employment. The motion and roll call carried with aye votes recorded.
What’s next: Staff said they will coordinate a swearing‑in with Judge Blackwell at the Dec. 9 meeting and forward necessary documents to the interim manager. Griffith said he will forward materials to accounting and the new interim manager so operations continue without disruption.
