Title
Approval of a Resolution Authorizing Amendment No. 4 to the City Manager Employment Agreement with Steven J. (“Jay”) Burney and Authorizing Mayor Dontae Payne to Sign Amendment No. 4 on behalf of the Olympia City Council
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
None.
Report
Issue:
Whether to approve a Resolution authorizing Amendment No. 4 to the City Manager Employment Agreement with Steven J. Burney.
Staff Contact:
Mark Barber, City Attorney, 360.753.8338
Presenter(s):
None - Consent Calendar Item.
Background and Analysis:
The Olympia City Council is vested with the authority under state law to designate a qualified administrative officer to perform the duties of manager as prescribed by law. The Council seeks to amend the City Manager Employment Agreement with Steven J. (“Jay”) Burney as to certain terms, with all other terms, covenants and promises remaining unaltered, by approval of Amendment No. 4 to the City Manager Employment Agreement.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
Unknown.
Options:
1. Approve a Resolution authorizing an Amendment No. 4 to the City Manager Employment Agreement with Steven J. (“Jay”) Burney and Authorizing Mayor Dontae Payne to Sign Amendment No. 4 to the City Manager Employment Agreement on behalf of the Olympia City Council.
2. Do not adopt the Resolution.
3. Direct staff to take other action.
Financial Impact:
Base salary for 2025 will be $241,750 annually, effective January 1, 2025, and base salary for 2026 will be $249,000 annually, effective January 1, 2026, together with longevity pay of $1,500 annually, consistent with City policy, and twelve (12) paid City holidays, also consistent with City policy.
Climate Analysis:
While the proposed action does not directly impact greenhouse gas emissions, Olympia and the surrounding region benefits from an administrator who demonstrates and implements the City’s mission, vision, and values regarding climate mitigation.
Equity Analysis:
The proposed action demonstrates the Council’s vision and commitment to foster belonging for all by designating and recognizing an administrator whose leadership models and implements diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Attachments:
Resolution
Amendment No. 4