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Council weighs contractor versus in‑house hires for planner positions
Summary
Council reviewed job descriptions for a part‑time Senior City Planner and a full‑time Assistant Planner, with the City Attorney to review code changes. Mayor Sharp favored hiring a contractor; several councilmembers said they preferred an in‑house employee to provide resident-facing service at City Hall.
Councilmembers discussed options for filling planning positions during Old Business on Jan. 7, 2026. The packet included job descriptions for a part‑time Senior City Planner and a full‑time Assistant Planner; the City Attorney said ordinances and code amendments need review and Teamsters review may be required if the positions would be unionized.
Mayor Peter Sharp said he is leaning toward hiring a contractor to provide more responsive resources, while several councilmembers said they preferred a dedicated city employee who could be available at City Hall for resident inquiries. The mayor said he will present several contract options at the next meeting and Councilmember Carlson will lead interim progress reporting.
