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Council tables interim city appointments amid wage concerns
Summary
The Sidney City Council voted April 6 to table two interim appointments — Jessica Chamberlin as Interim City Administrator and Karmen Lange‑Schmierer as Interim Clerk/Treasurer — after aldermembers expressed concerns about proposed wages and terms; the items are set for further review on April 20.
A motion to table the interim appointments of Jessica Chamberlin as Interim City Administrator and Karmen Lange‑Schmierer as Interim Clerk/Treasurer carried at the April 6 Sidney City Council meeting after aldermembers raised concerns about the proposed wages and appointment terms.
Alderwoman Christensen presented a letter expressing continued concern about the Clerk/Treasurer wages, a point supported by Alderwomen Rasmussen and Larson. Mayor Norby defended the proposed wages for the interim Clerk/Treasurer; Alderman DiFonzo cast the sole nay on the tabling motion. The council scheduled both appointments for further consideration at the April 20, 2026 meeting.
