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Council authorizes interim police chief employment agreement with Todd W. Mattern
La Palma City Council · March 3, 2026
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Summary
The council unanimously authorized the City Manager to sign an employment agreement with retired police chief Todd W. Mattern to serve as interim police chief, with an anticipated start around March 16, 32–38 hours per week at $105.5163 per hour (subject to CalPERS hour limits).
The La Palma City Council on March 3 adopted a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an employment agreement with Todd W. Mattern to serve as interim police chief.
City Manager described the department's recent turnover and the need for a seasoned leader to assess…
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