City Manager Performance: Worthy of a Bonus Necessary?

Our recent election made an issue of City Hall performance. Mayor Mirisch said at installation, “If local government doesn’t listen, it can also be the most frustrating form of government.” Councilmember Krasne criticized City Hall for insularity. “The people have made it clear that they will no longer be excluded from the decision-making process,” she said. So why is a $7,500 performance bonus (aka “compensation enhancement”) for the City Manager even on the table tonight at the City Council meeting?