Title
Approval of a Resolution Approving an Amendment to the City Manager’s Employment Agreement and Authorizing the Mayor to Sign the Amendment on behalf of the Olympia City Council
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
None.
Report
Issue:
Whether to adopt a Resolution approving Amendment No. 3 to the City Manager Employment Agreement with Steven J. Burney.
Staff Contact:
Mark Barber, City Attorney, Legal Department, 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. 3 to the City Manager Employment Agreement.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
Unknown.
Options:
1. Adopt a Resolution Approving Amendment No. 3 to the City Manager Employment Agreement with Steven J. (“Jay”) Burney and Authorizing Mayor Dontae Payne to Sign Amendment No. 3 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 will be $234,225.00 annually and longevity pay will be $1,500.00 annually, effective January 1, 2024. The City Manager will receive twelve (12) paid holidays annually, 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. The base salary adjustment for Olympia’s City Manager maintains equitable pay with that received by other city managers.
Attachments:
Resolution
Amendment No. 3 to City Manager Employment Agreement