APPOINTMENT OF CITY MANAGER, ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION APPROVING EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT, AND AMENDMENT TO SALARY SCHEDULE [L. LANGER, J. JIMENEZ, R. NAPPER]
Staff Direction • 2025-12-15 • Item F.1 • Tracking ID DIR-2025-D76BB9
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AI Summary
Using city funds, this decision appoints Jacqueline Rocco as the new City Manager effective January 8, 2026, and updates the salary schedule to comply with state retirement system requirements. This change in leadership could influence city policies and priorities, potentially affecting local services and community projects.
Tracking ID: DIR-2025-D76BB9
How does this affect you?
For residents, the appointment of a new City Manager means potential shifts in city priorities and management style, which could impact local services, development projects, and community initiatives. The updated salary schedule ensures compliance with state retirement requirements, which may affect city budgeting and resource allocation.
Fiscal impact
Fiscal impact was not specified in the published agenda analysis.
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