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Consider a memorandum/resolution for the potential appointment of an Interim City Manager.
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DATE: October 8, 2026
TO: Kent Cagle, Interim City Manager
FROM: Kate McDaniel, Executive Director of Human Resources
SUBJECT: Potential Appointment of an Interim City Manager
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
City Manager, James “Kent” Cagle announced his retirement from the position of City Manager for the City of Killeen effective May 29, 2026.
Mr. Cagle served as Interim City Manager beginning June 15, 2026, and ending October 9, 2026.
The Mayor and Council may choose to appointment an Interim City Manager until a permanent City Manager begins work.
If approved, Ms. Lauren Wilson, Assistant City Manager, will serve as Interim City Manager beginning October 10, 2026, until a permanent City Manager is appointed.
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
N/A
Which alternative is recommended? Why?
N/A
CONFORMITY TO CITY POLICY:
This action conforms to city policy.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
What is the amount of the revenue/expenditure in the current fiscal year? For future years?
If approved, Ms. Wilson will receive a 10% increase in base pay while serving as Interim City Manager.
Is this a one-time or recurring revenue/expenditure?
This is a one-time expenditure.
Is this revenue/expenditure budgeted?
Yes, funds are available in the General Fund City Manager salary and benefits accounts 100-51110-120-121-000000 through 100-51700-120-121-000000.
If not, where will the money come from?
N/A
Is there a sufficient amount in the budgeted line-item for this revenue/expenditure?
Yes.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Killeen City Council appoint an Interim City Manager until a permanent City Manager is appointed.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
City Manager
City Attorney’s Office
Finance
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
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