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Published: Jul 7, 2026
City Manager Recruitment Underway: Timeline and Process Outlined
The council discussed the process and timeline for recruiting a new city manager. A recruitment firm, Colin and Basinger, is assisting. The firm will meet with council members individually on August 8th, 9th, or 10th to gather input on desired qualifications. Council members were asked to prepare questions for the candidates. The process includes developing a job profile, advertising the position, screening applicants, conducting interviews (both individual and group sessions), and potentially a community meet-and-greet. The target closing date for applications is August 21st, 2026, though extensions are possible if applicant numbers are low. The final selection is expected in October, with a potential start date in November. Concerns were raised about the contract terms, the cost of the recruitment service, and the process of question formulation for candidates to ensure fairness and avoid legal liability.
Concerns Raised Over Inconsistent Financial Reconciliation Practices
The council received an update on the city's financial reporting and reconciliation processes. The finance director, Adam, highlighted that annual reports are due May 30th and emphasized the importance of monthly bank account reconciliation to ensure accuracy. He noted that reconciliation had not been consistently performed, with some accounts not reconciled for extended periods. The discussion also touched upon the potential destruction of records, though Adam stated this had not yet impacted reconciliation efforts. Reconciling accounts is crucial for accurate budgeting and financial status assessment. The current status of reconciliations for 2025 and 2024 was discussed, with progress being made but some corrections still needed.
City Council Considers In-House Budgeting Workshop with Expert
The council discussed holding a budgeting workshop, with two main options presented: attending a workshop in Leavenworth on August 6th and 7th, or bringing in Mike Bailey, a senior finance consultant, for a half-day customized workshop in the city. The latter option was favored due to cost-effectiveness and the ability for all council members to attend together. The workshop will be held in the council chambers, potentially streamed online, and may include city staff. The cost for Bailey to come to the city is approximately $1,200, covering his time and expenses. The workshop aims to cover the basics of budgeting and will be tailored to the city's needs. The exact date will be determined based on Bailey's availability in August.
City Council Meetings to Move from Mondays to Wednesdays
The council engaged in a discussion regarding the potential relocation of regular meetings and study sessions from Mondays to Tuesdays. However, due to a council member's existing weekly commitment on Tuesdays from 6:00 PM onwards, this option was not viable. The discussion then shifted to Wednesdays. Several reasons were cited for moving to Tuesdays/Wednesdays, including better availability of city staff (like Adam, the finance director, who has council meetings on Mondays), avoiding Monday holidays, and accommodating those who prefer an extended weekend. Concerns were raised about potential conflicts with 'Y-Cog' meetings, which occur on Wednesdays, but it was noted that most Y-Cog meetings are on the third Wednesday, allowing for flexibility if city council meetings are scheduled for the second and fourth Wednesdays. The council reached a consensus to move meetings to Wednesdays at 6:00 PM, and an ordinance will be drafted to reflect this change.
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