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Council releases city manager evaluation in open session; average rating 3.4 out of 5
Summary
At the manager's request, the council reviewed a public, open-session evaluation of City Manager Tom Minkie, recording an overall average score of 3.4 and offering praise for fiscal stewardship while urging improved communication.
At City Manager Tom Minkie’s request, Chadron City Council conducted the manager’s evaluation in open session and discussed summary scores and comments.
Mayor/Chair presented the compiled ratings sheet used by council members. The evaluation covered six areas: organizational management (average 3.4), fiscal and business management (3.6), communication and relationship with the mayor and council (3.0), community and governmental relations (3.4), personal and professional traits (3.4), with an overall performance rating of 3.4. Council members read brief comments: one member wrote that Minkie "brings dedication, integrity, and a deep sense of community service to his role," while others praised his financial stewardship and encouraged continued focus on communication and grant-seeking.
Minkie thanked staff and noted the role of city employees and community volunteers in supporting projects. Several council members encouraged residents to consider joining the volunteer fire department.
Why it matters: The evaluation provides a public accounting of the manager’s performance and signals council priorities—fiscal prudence, community engagement and better communication.
What’s next: The council will keep working with the manager on targeted areas flagged in the evaluation; no formal personnel action was taken at the meeting.
