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City Council approves city manager salary amendment, adds one‑time COLA and compaction adjustment
Summary
The council authorized a second amendment to the city manager's employment agreement implementing a 3% cost‑of‑living adjustment and compaction changes, reporting a new total compensation figure of $267,424.27 effective May 26, 2024.
Human resources staff presented a recommended second amendment to the employment agreement for City Manager Melvin Gaines. The amendment implements a one‑time 3% cost‑of‑living adjustment and addresses 7% compaction issues; staff reported the amended annual compensation as $267,424.27, effective May 26, 2024.
Councilmembers asked clarifying questions about the negotiation process and the consistency of COLA application across executive staff. Councilmember comments emphasized the value of local leadership and the connection between compensation and retaining community‑based executives. No members of the public requested comment on the item during the meeting, and the council moved, seconded and unanimously approved the contract amendment in open session.
The mayor authorized the execution of the amendment per staff request and thanked HR for the presentation.
