TITLE
Consider a memorandum/resolution approving the appointment of an Executive Director of Public Works.
SUMMARY
AGENDA ITEM
APPOINTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT
CITY MANAGER
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Scott Osburn served as Executive Director of Public Works from October 2013 through September 2016, leaving the Executive Director of Public Works vacant.
The City Charter authorizes the City Manager to appoint department heads with the approval of the City Council.
DISCUSSION/CONCLUSION
The position of Executive Director of Public Works was advertised in a variety of outlets, to include the City of Killeen website, the Texas Public Works Association website, and the Texas Municipal League Career Center website. The City received fourteen (14) applications. The top three (3) candidates were interviewed.
Of the candidates, David Olson was selected.
FISCAL IMPACT
Sufficient funds are available in the Public Works department budget.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council approve the appointment of David Olson as Executive Director of Public Works.