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Commission concurs in appointment of Jennifer Thompson as acting finance director, retroactive to July 31

City of Palatka City Commission · August 6, 2026
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Summary

The commission concurred with the city manager to appoint Jennifer Thompson as acting finance director retroactive to July 31 and approved the surety bond required by ordinance; the manager described Thompson as finance supervisor capable of stepping into the role.

The Palatka City Commission voted Aug. 5 to concur with the city managers appointment of Jennifer Thompson as acting finance director, retroactive to July 31, 2026. The manager said Thompson has served as the financial services supervisor and is capable of stepping into the acting role while the city searches for a permanent director.

The request included approval of the surety bond required by section 2-141 of the code of ordinances. Attorney commentary and manager remarks clarified that the appointment was presented for the commissions awareness and concurrence; a roll-call vote recorded affirmative votes by commissioners present.