25 - Appointment of Todd Mittge as city engineer

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are very impressed with this individual, both in his experience as well as his character. He possesses the right combination of potential, experience, attitude, energy, professionalism and civility that we want to see as the leader of the Engineering Department. He holds an impressive array of education, experience and training credentials that have helped prepare him to take on the challenges of leading the Engineering Department as its new Department Head. Pursuant to the Paris City Charter, Section 23, "Neither the council nor any of its members shall direct the City Manager or any of his subordinates in the appointment or removal of any city employee; provided, however, that the appointment o(department heads shall be subject to the aroval o,'the council." Therefore, the job offer to Todd Mittge is contingent upon the approval of the City Council as well as some final background checks we are finishing up. A copy of his resume is available upon request. If his appointment is approved by the City Council, Mr. Mittge plans to start January 9, 2023, BUDGET: Todd Mittge will be given a starting salary of Grade 370, Step 7, which is $115,833.00. This is a salaried position. OPTIONS: A resolution has been presented to you tonight to appoint the City Manager's selection of Todd Mittge as the City Engineer. 1. Approve the resolution as presented. 2. Request edits to the resolution as presented. 3. Request additional information regarding Todd Mittge or the process. RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Resolution to appoint Todd Mittge as the City Engineer.