Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the City Administration topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Oak Hill commissioners vote to remove city manager after disputed insurance enrollment
Summary
After public accusations that City Manager John Barclay enrolled in city health insurance despite contract language, the commission voted to terminate him unless he resigns and voted to appoint a short-term interim manager.
Mayor Taylor and several commissioners moved to address allegations that City Manager John Barclay enrolled in the city health-insurance plan despite a clause in his employment contract stating he would not receive medical benefits. The motion gave Barclay the option to resign effective Aug. 11 or be terminated; the motion passed by majority vote.
Multiple residents urged decisive action during public comment, citing a line item they said showed about $12,000 paid in insurance costs. Resident Neil Bonds told the commission the matter should be resolved immediately: "Make a motion that he either immediately resign of his own accord with no benefits, or we will proceed with termination for cause," (Neil Bonds). The city attorney told commissioners the contract language appears to bar medical coverage and that the council could lawfully seek remedy while acknowledging potential legal risk. The commission directed the city attorney to issue written notice consistent with the vote and recorded the outcome as a formal personnel action.
