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City Council Meeting September 29th 2025

Nowthen City CouncilTuesday, September 30, 2025
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Nepotism policy and hiring of Chief's relative for city position

Part-time vs full-time staffing and benefits considerations

Recycling center weekend staffing and safety concerns

Recycling center budget impact and operational hours

Feasibility of shifting weekday hours to cover weekend staffing

Full Document Analysis

Votes (1)

Approval of hiring Miss Miller for the part-time position

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Unspecified · Seconded by Unspecified

Notable Quotes (3)

I think this position is probably, you know, the bottom of the totem pole within the city.

— Swanson
NepotismDownplaying nepotism concerns due to the nature of the job.

If he didn't he wasn't able to get assistance, he would have been able to escape his injury.

— Ringo
SafetyDescribing safety risks of working alone with balers.

They would like to have two people on staff on Saturdays.

— Johnson
Recycling CenterExplaining the request from staff.

People (8)

NatalieUnspecified

Oversees the position being filled; referenced in nepotism policy discussion.

BryantCouncil Member

Raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest regarding fire department tasks.

1 quote

“So, does that mean that if there are tasks associated to the fire department that that Miss Miller will not be working on those?”

Questioning separation of duties for the new hire.

SwansonCouncil Member

Favors the hire as a positive for retention and sees no nepotism violation.

1 quote

“I see, if anything, it being a positive due to the Chiefs 2 and 1/2 year contracts.”

Expressing support for the candidate.

RingoCouncil Member

Has direct experience working at the recycling center; concerns about staff safety.

1 quote

“The problem with every other is which is the every other.”

Discussing the logistical challenges of alternating Saturdays.

JohnsonClerk

Requested the second person for Saturday shifts at the recycling center.

GlazerCouncil Member

Concerns regarding budget deficits at the recycling center.

1 quote

“Shift three hours from one and keep it open every Saturday.”

Proposing an alternative scheduling model to avoid budget hikes.

MillerCandidate

Wife of the fire chief, hiring candidate for part-time position.

DileiaStaff Support

Currently assigned to the fire department and public works.

Places Mentioned

Recycling Center

Events & Meetings (1)

  • Council meeting regarding staffing and budget
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