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Consider approving Resolution No. 2022-044 accepting the retirement of Charles S. Cox as City Manager effective May 31, 2022 and appointing John Land to serve in the capacity of Interim City Manager for the City of Farmers Branch; and take appropriate action
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BACKGROUND:
City Manager Charles S. Cox has served the City of Farmers Branch for 29 years. In 1993, he was hired as the Director of Finance, in 2013 he was promoted to Managing Director, and in 2016 was appointed as City Manager. Charles has worked with 5 Mayors and 30 Councilmembers during his tenure with the City.
A retirement celebration is scheduled for Mr. Cox at Manske Library, on May 17, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. All are invited to attend.
DISCUSSION:
With the retirement of City Manager Charles S. Cox, the City Council shall appoint Deputy City Manager John Land to serve as the Interim City Manager for the City of Farmers Branch beginning June 1,2022, and shall on an interim basis perform the functions and duties of the City Manager.
The City Council has contracted with Affion Search Firm to conduct a nationwide search for the next City Manager.
RECOMMENDATION:
City Administration recommends approving Resolution No. 2022-044 appointing John Land as interim City Manager effective June 1, 2022.
POSSIBLE COUNCIL ACTION:
1. I move to approve Resolution No. 2022-044, as presented.
2. I move to approve Resolution No. 2022-044, with modifications.
3. I move to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Resolution No. 2022-044