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Weed council tables ordinance that would clarify city manager appointment powers
Summary
Council members debated an ordinance (No. 475-2244) that would clarify the city manager's authority to appoint department heads and subordinate fire officers; after extensive discussion about personnel oversight and historical practice, the council voted to table the measure for further review and possible personnel evaluations.
Weed — The city council on a split vote delayed action on an ordinance intended to clarify that the city manager holds appointment authority over department heads, including the city clerk, treasurer and fire chief.
The measure (Ordinance No. 475-2244) had been introduced at a prior meeting and was listed for second reading and adoption by title. City staff said the change would "streamline the city council–city manager form of government" by putting appointment authority for most department heads under the city manager rather than the council.
Why it matters: Council members expressed concern that the change touches personnel…
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