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BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STATEMENT
Item No. 1.
For Meeting of: June 2, 2020
ITEM TITLE: Executive Session to review the performance of a public employee
SUBMITTED BY: Alex Meyerhoff, Interim City Manager
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
The City Council has been discussing a process for evaluating the Interim City Manager. The
following documents were emailed to Council members May 20, 2020 in response to a request
made at the May 19th City Council meeting:
1. Interim city manager position announcement that was advertised
2. Interim city manager employment agreement Council approved
3. City manager evaluation cover memo
4. City manager evaluation (form 3)that Council agreed to use at the May 19, 2020 meeting
5. Yakima City Charter describing city manager duties
ITEM BUDGETED:
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL BY THE CITY MANAGER
RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Upload Date Type
D Interim pity Manager tin 5/ / 0 0 r Me o
i Interim city manager a rent 5/ / 0 0 r Me o
Past M e luation and instructions 5/2 /2020 r Memo
L Past M e leaden(form 3) 5/2 /2020 r Memo
Yakima pity charter isle II tion 9 5/ 7/ 0 0 r Me o
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Interim City Manager
The City of Yakima seeks an Interim City Manager who is a
leader; someone who is intelligent, outgoing, fair, organized,
and progressive; someone with common sense and a can do City of Yakima
attitude; someone who is visionary, yet practical; and
someone willing to provide administrative leadership during a Departments&Staff
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period of transition.
The City of Yakima
The ideal candidate will possess a Master's Degree in Public employs 779 permanent
employees in addition to
Administration, Business, Law, Political Science or related field approximately 200
and at least five (5) years of experience in City Management temporary employees.
with a strong background in Finance and Budget, Economic
Development, Public Works and/or Public Safety. The
successful Interim City Manager candidate will have Operating Departments
outstanding interpersonal and communication skills while • City Administration
being open and approachable. She/he will work in the best • Public Works
interest of the City of Yakima in accordance with the City • Finance&Budget
Charter and policies determined by the City Council. The
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position is responsible for the administration of City Human Resources
government, including but not limited to, the supervision and • Community
direction of Department Directors, and other staff. Development
• Yakima Air Terminal
At the City of Yakima, customer service is not be just a catch • Legal
phrase but rather, along with integrity, a core principle. The • Municipal Court
best candidate will be respectful of council, staff, and the
public; encourage an environment where creativity flourishes; • Police
and ensure results and accountability. Other important • Fire
characteristics are experience managing in lean times and the
ability to anticipate and resolve issues before they escalate.
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City Government
Yakima is a Charter Civil Service City governed
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by a seven-member Council operating within ,
the traditional Council — Manager form of
government. Council members serve '.
staggered four-year terms and are elected by '' Y
specific districts. The Mayor is selected by the ' • ?#'
Council from among its members.
As a full service city, the 2019 General
Government budget is $78.4 million and its ' ' •
total budget is just over $254 million. Based on +144
the 2017 CAFR, approximately 19% of
employees are in General Government, 25% in .
Police, 18% in Fire, 27% Public Works and 11%
in other activities.
Geography, Demographics & Climate
' Y'; 'w„ 4$ Yakima is located in the south central region of Washington State and
€.- .,; Ow covers about 28 square miles. Sunshine is the norm with 270 to 300
- •:•''' - -'.. ` blue sky days per year. The area enjoys four separate and distinct
,: cd" seasons with the summers being hot and dry while the winters are
•. '-t '* `* 'b 'ig<`'» ; ...); cool with light snowfall.
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+'a.?'* , <, fJr••,: Yakima is the largest city in Yakima County, serves as the county seat,
" • „ and, with a population of more than 94,000, is the 11`h largest city in
Washington State. Most of the people who founded Yakima were of
:'+ 4:.;, :a`:�r 'r.i '' European decent, although significant numbers of African-Americans
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f �v and Asian-Americans homesteaded in the area well. Relatively
, ` • recently, the Yakima Valley has experienced a large influx of Latino
^°'< . 4 f ": ,''';; s k ..' immigrants, which now account for approximately 49% of the
?:;•">.Y«•'^`r'. aM` : :;- ' 1g41'"• population in Yakima County. Today, the Yakima community enjoys a
•°:.4 r:x:%i"'; ": .�'x2 t,F rich mixture of people from many cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
F ; - ,,r '•; t 72% of the population has at least a high school degree and 15/ has
«t' >,`< j '-Md:: '. a Bachelor's degree or higher. The median annual household was
estimated to be$47,500in 2017.
The cost of living in Yakima is below the national average at 95%. The
average sales price of a home is $270,000 and the average
s' • - r `••• commutingtime to work is about 15 minutes. Beyond K through 12,
• its` the area boasts a private technical college, a community college, a
' university, an osteopathic medical school, and a number of
4111> vocational education programs.
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Yakima has been the cultural, business, educational, health services, and governmental focal
point of the Central Washington region since it was founded more than 125 years ago.
Ongually built along the then newNorthern Pacific Railway company line, Yakima has grown
from its agricultural roots into a vibrant, diverse, metropolitan city. With a nch history and a
bright future, Yakima is the Heart of Central Washington.
Yakima'economy has traditionally revolved around agriculture and a wide variety of crops are
grown in the Yakima Valley These include more than 30 varieties of fruit (apples, cherries,
peaches, pears, nectarines, apricots and berries) and vegetables such as asparagus and
eggplant). Not many people know that the region produces about75%of all of the hops(a key
ingredient in been grown in the United States.
While Yakima still relies on agriculture to drive its economy over 250 manufacturing firms call
the area home and produce a vanety of products including aircraft parts, wood products,
plastic products, recreational vehicles, and communications technology Healthcare plays a
large role in the Valley as represented by five hospitals and over 400 first-class physicians
covering 36 specialties. Clinics provide a full range of treatment with open heart surgery,
neurosurgery and cancer care amongthem.
Tourism is the fastest growing segment of the Yakima economy More than 70 wineries are
located in the Valley and regularly draw visitors to sample and buy internationally renowned
vanetals Multiple craft breweries and dindlenes utilized home grown products in their unique
offerings. Outdoor recreation, including water and snow skiing, fishing, boating, hiking,
horseback riding, and white water rafting, also makes Yakima a favorite destination for people
from throughout the Northwest and around the world. Finally Yakima is home to a minor
league baseball team (the Yakima Pippins, a member of the West Coast league) and hosts
numerous regional sponstoumaments (baseball, basketball, softball and soccer for example).
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How to apply
City of Yakima Complete application packet must include:
129 N 2°d Street > Cover letter and Resume
Yakima, WA 98901 > Name and complete contact information for 5 references;
to include at least one current or previous supervisor
➢ Professional licenses or certifications
Submit application packet by email to Connie,tvlendozayakimatva,gcav
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by August 16, 2019 for priority consideration.
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-s ' , Learn more about Yakima
http://www.visitvakisna.colni
Questions:
Connie Mendoza http://www.yeda.com/why-yakimah
Director of Human
Resources https://clowntownyalcima.com/
509-249-6868
http://safevakimavallev.com/
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RESOLUTION NO. R-2019-098
A RESOLUTION authorizing the Mayor of the City of Yakima to execute an
Employment Agreement for Interim City Manager Alex Meyerhoff
WHEREAS, the City Council has selected Alex Meyerhoff to be the Interim City
Manager of the City of Yakima, and
WHEREAS, the City and Alex Meyerhoff desire to enter into an employment
agreement in accordance with the terms and conditions of the attached Employment
Agreement, which Employment Agreement is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and
incorporated herein by this reference, pursuant to which Alex Meyerhoff will become
the Interim City Manager of the City of Yakima on November 8, 2019, and
WHEREAS, the City Council deems it to be in the best interest of the City of
Yakima to authorize the Mayor to execute the attached Employment Agreement for Interim
City Manager with Alex Meyerhoff, now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YAKIMA:
That the City Council authorizes the Mayor of the City of Yakima to execute the
attached Employment Agreement for Interim City Manager with Alex Meyerhoff
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 5th day of November, 2019
ATTEST Kathy ffey, y/or
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EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
CITY OF YAKIMA AND ALEX MEYERHOFF
FOR INTERIM CITY MANAGER POSITION
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1. Date and Parties. This Agreement, dated IvOJ. La , 2019, is entered
into between the City of Yakima, a Washington municipal corporation ("City") and Alex
Meyerhoff, ("Mr. Meyerhoff").
2. Intent and Purpose. The purpose of this Agreement is to define the terms and
conditions of Mr. Meyerhoff's appointment as the City of Yakima's Interim City Manager.
3. Designation. By executing this Agreement, the City has offered, and Mr.
Meyerhoff has accepted, the City Council's appointment as the Interim City Manager, in No ,4„Lehr
accordance with the terms and conditions set forth herein. Effective November`,3 .2019, Mr.
Meyerhoff is designated to the position of Interim City Manager. The Interim City Manager AM
position is an "at will" employment position.
4. Term. Mr. Meyerhoff's appointment as Interim City Manager shall commence
on November 1, 2019. The initial term of employment shall be for six (6) months. The initial
term may be extended for additional terms as determined and agreed upon by the parties hereto,
or terminated as provided in Section 8 herein.
5. Duties. Mr. Meyerhoff shall perform all duties and obligations of the City
Manager as required and appointed by law, and such other appropriate duties as are assigned
from time to time by the City Council. The duties and authority of the City Manager, as set forth
in the Yakima City Charter, the Yakima Municipal Code and in RCW 35.18.060, together with
any future amendments thereto, are hereby incorporated by reference. Mr. Meyerhoff recognizes
that the City Council is the legislative and policy making body of the City and agrees to respond
promptly and equally to the Council regarding their concerns. The City, through the City
Council, recognizes that the City Manager is the individual responsible for administration and
enforcement of the City's ordinances and resolutions, and of the policies and directives of the
City Council, and members of the City Council shall communicate concerns regarding
administration to the Manager in accordance with RCW 35.18.110. Mr. Meyerhoff shall attend
all special and regular meetings of the City Council, unless excused, and such other meetings as
required by the City Council.
6. Salary and Performance Review.
6.1 Mr. Meyerhoffs starting salary shall be Fifteen Thousand Two Hundred
Three Dollars ($15,203.00) per month, not to exceed One Hundred Eighty Two Thousand Four
Hundred Thirty Seven Dollars($182,437.00) annually, as agreed upon by the parties hereto. The
salary shall be paid in accordance with the City's policies in effect from time to time for the
payment of City employees.
6.2 Upon commencement of employment,the Council may meet with the
Employment Agreement Between
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For Interim City Manager Position
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Interim City Manager to establish a work plan which the Council determines necessary for the
proper operation of the City and to attain the City's policy objectives.
7. Benefits. Mr. Meyerhoff shall receive such employment benefits as are set forth
from time to time in City Council approved policies for non-represented Department Director
benefits, unless this Agreement specifically provides otherwise. In the case of a conflict between
the City policies and the Agreement terms,the Agreement terms shall control.
7.1 Professional Travel. The City agrees to budget for and pay Mr.
Meyerhoffs reasonable travel and subsistence expenses for City business-related professional
and office travel, meetings and official functions of the City. For any other professional
functions outside of the State of Washington, the Council's prior approval shall be required.
7.2 General Expenses. The City recognizes that certain expenses of a non-
personal and job-affiliated nature may be incurred by Mr. Meyerhoff. The City agrees to
reimburse or to pay said general expenses, to the extent authorized by State law, State auditor
regulations and published guidelines, City policy, and subject to such accounting process as is
established by the City Finance Director.
7.3 Car Allowance. The City shall pay a monthly allowance of$400.00 for
automobile expenses incurred by Mr. Meyerhoff using his personal vehicle for City related
business. Said allowance is in lieu of the City otherwise providing Mr. Meyerhoff with use of a
City vehicle on a regular basis.
7.4 Retirement. In lieu of contributions into the Washington State Public
Employees Retirement System, Mr. Meyerhoff shall be paid, in addition to his base pay, the
City's retirement contribution of 12.7% each month. This amount is subject to change annually
and will be the standard rate applicable to all management employees. The City and Mr.
Meyerhoff agree that he will be classified as a temporary employee and the term of employment
shall not extend past December 31,2020.
7.5 Personal Time Off. Upon initiation of employment Mr. Meyerhoff shall
accrue Personal Time Off(PTO) at the initial accrual rate of 22.17 hours per month, as provided
in YMC 2.40.020 for an employee with ten (10)years of service to the City. In addition, 80
hours of PTO will be placed in the City Manager's annual PTO account one time only, at the
initiation of his employment with the City, which may be used at the time(s)of his determination
in communication with the City Council.
7.6 Housing Allowance. The City shall pay Mr. Meyerhoff, in addition to the
monthly salary, allowances and benefits set forth herein,a housing cost allowance of One
Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) per month.
8. Termination.
8.1 Mr. Meyerhoff acknowledges that the City can terminate his appointment
as Interim City Manager at any time, without any reason whatsoever. The parties recognize and
acknowledge that this Agreement is for temporary employment for an interim period and may be
terminated by either party by providing thirty (30) days prior written notice of intent to
terminate. The Interim City Manager acknowledges that this employment relationship is at-will.
In Lieu of the thirty (30) day prior notice provision, the City Council may pay the monthly salary
for Mr. Meyerhoff for thirty (30) days, thereby terminating this Agreement immediately upon
said payment.
Employment Agreement Between
City of Yakima and Alex Meyerhoff
For Interim City Manager Position
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8.2. In the event Mr. Meyerhoff elects to terminate his appointment as the
Interim City Manager for any reason, Mr. Meyerhoff agrees to provide the City with not less
than thirty (30) days' written notice prior to the effective date of said termination of employment.
9. Indemnification. Mr. Meyerhoff shall be entitled to the benefits and subject to the
responsibilities provided for in City policies and practices.
10. Bonding. The City shall bear the full costs of any fidelity or other bonds required
of Mr. Meyerhoff under any law or ordinance associated with performing the City Manager
duties.
11. Integration and No Presumption of Draftsmanship. This Agreement constitutes
the entire agreement between the parties, and both parties acknowledge that there are no other
agreements, oral or otherwise, that have not been fully set forth in the text of this Agreement. In
addition, the parties acknowledge that they have negotiated the Agreement terms and thus there
shall be no presumption of draftsmanship in any dispute regarding the meaning or intent of any
provision.
12. Modification. This Agreement can be amended or modified only with the written
concurrence of both parties.
Dated this /S day of Li(ni Oat' I , 2019.
CITY OF YAKIMA
By:
Kathy Co y, Ma or J
Alex Meyerhoff represents and acknowledges that he has read this Agreement in its
entirety and has had an opportunity to review the Agreement. He further represents and
acknowledges that it is his understanding that this Agreement has been reviewed and approved
by the Yakima City Attorney on behalf of the City only, and not on behalf of Mr. Meyerhoff. By
virtue of this passage, he further acknowledges that he has been advised that he has the right to
consult independent counsel concerning this Agreement, and that by signing this Agreement he
acknowledges that he has afforded himself the opportunity to do so, or hereby expressly waives
his right to have the Agreement reviewed by independent legal counsel, and agrees to the terms
hereof by signing the same.
By:
Alex Mey rhoff
CITY CONTRACT NO: /- W
RESOLUTION NO: 98
Employment Agreement Between
City of Yakima and Alex Meyerhoff � � a
For Interim City Manager Position Ly\
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BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STATEMENT
Item No. 6.J.
For Meeting of: November 5, 2019
ITEM TITLE: Resolution authorizing the Mayor of the City of Yakima to execute
an Employment Agreement for Interim City Manager Alex
Meyerhoff
SUBMITTED BY: Jeff Cutter, City Attorney
Connie Mendoza, Director of Human Resources
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
Employment agreement with Alex Meyerhoff to serve as the Interim City Manager of the City of
Yakima beginning November 8, 2019.
ITEM BUDGETED: Yes
STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Public Trust and Accountability
APPROVED FOR
Interim Cit Manager
SUBMITTAL: .. ---- y g
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt resolution
BOARD/COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Upload Date Type
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Meyerhoff Mgr ent 10/ 3/ 019 r Me
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MEMORANDUM
To: City Council members
From: Mayor Kathy Coffey
Date: September 20, 2018
RE: City Manager annual evaluation
Based on Cliff Moore's employment agreement, Council is to complete an annual
performance review of his employment. To comply with his agreement, Council needs
to complete a performance evaluation and meet with the City Manager to discuss the
results.
The City Manager will also complete the evaluation form. His responses will be
available for Council discussion as well.
The purpose of the evaluation is to assess the City Manager's performance over the
past year. I would ask that Council members complete the evaluation form and return it
and any deliverable to Cally no later than Tuesday, September 25. Cally will be
scheduling a 2 hour meeting on Thursday, September 27 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. for
Council members to discuss the evaluation with the City Manager.
If you have any questions on the process or form please contact me at 910-4758.
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CITY OF YAKIMA
City Manager Performance Evaluation
City Manager's Name:
Council Member's Name:
Evaluation Period: to
Evaluation Date:
Evaluation Instructions:
This form shall be completed by each member of the Council to evaluate the City Manager's
performance in each of the areas noted below. Each member of the Council shall sign at the end of
the form and forward it to Cally Price, Assistant to the City Manager. Performance levels can be
noted based on the following scale:
5 — EXCELLENT: The incumbent consistently demonstrates performance at a very
high standard that significantly surpasses reasonable expectations.
4 —SUPERIOR: The incumbent consistently demonstrates performance that
generally exceeds reasonable expectations. The individual
demonstrates no appreciable performance deficiencies.
3 —SATISFACTORY: The incumbent consistently meets reasonable4 performance
expectations. The individual demonstrates an acceptable degree of
competence and performance.
2 — FAIR: The incumbent achieves the minimum of performance expectations.
The individual requires development in specific areas in order to
meet reasonable expectations of performance.
1 — UNSATISFACTORY: The incumbent frequently fails to meet minimum performance
expectations.
Evaluation Timeline:
• The Mayor, Assistant Mayor and one rotating Council member will conduct bi-monthly reviews
with the City Manager. Council members who have concerns regarding the City Manager's
performance should submit their concerns in writing to the Mayor, Assistant Mayor, and
Executive Assistant no later than one week prior to the scheduled meeting date. The full list of
concerns will be reviewed with the City Manager and thorough documentation of the
conversation will be kept by participating members. Upon conclusion of the bi-monthly review,
the Mayor, Assistant Mayor and participating Council member will provide a report to the full
Council. All documentation will become a permanent record of the City Manager's personnel
file.
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• The full Council will complete an evaluation on an annual basis consistent with the City
Manager's contract.
• City staff will develop and maintain an annual schedule for all evaluation-related activities.
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City Manager Performance Evaluation
1. Professional Skills and Expertise Overall Rating: of 5
a. Is knowledgeable of current developments affecting the management field and affecting local
governments.
b. Regularly provides accurate, comprehensive reports concerning matters of importance to the
City.
c. Anticipates problems and develops effective approaches for solving them.
d. Offers workable alternatives when changes in the law render the administration of an
ordinance or policy impractical._
e. Sets a professional example by handling the affairs of the City in a fair and impartial manner.
COMMENTS:
2. Council Relations Overall Rating: of 5
a. Carries out directives of the Council as a whole rather than those of any one Council member.
b. In responding to the requests for information, provides complete, accurate, and timely
information equally to all Council members.
c. Assists the Council by resolving problems at the administrative level to avoid unnecessary
Council action.
d. Assists the Council in establishing policy while acknowledging the ultimate authority of the
Council.
e. Is willing to try new ideas proposed by Council members.
COMMENTS:
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3. Citizen and Public Relations Overall Rating: of 5
a. Effectively conveys to the public that the City delivers services in a cost-effective manner
without sacrificing quality and customer focus._
b. Is willing to meet with members of the community and is responsive to their concerns.
c. Demonstrates a dedication to service to the community and its citizens.
d. Expresses information orally in a clear and concise manner when making public presentations.
e. Is skillful with the news media, proactively providing information that is important to the public.
COMMENTS:
4. Policy Execution Overall Rating: of 5
a. Understands, supports, and enforces the City's ordinances, policies and procedures.
b. Clearly identifies and communicates expectations to the organization regarding the
implementation of policies enacted by the Council.
c. Implements Council actions in accordance with the intent of the Council.
d. Supports the actions of the Council after a decision has been reached, both inside and outside
the organization._
e. Helps internal and external stakeholders to achieve common objectives within the parameters
of established Council policies.
COMMENTS:
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5. Intergovernmental Relations Overall Rating: of 5
a. Promotes a positive working relationship with other governmental entities.
b. Engages with other local, regional, state and federal agencies to accomplish local initiatives._
c. Positively and effectively represents the City and its interests when working with other
governmental agencies._
d. Maintains awareness of laws and other issues affective other governmental agencies which
may affect the City.
e. Is willing to share resources or information with other governmental agencies as appropriate.
COMMENTS:
6. Staffing and Management Overall Rating: of 5
a. Recruits and retains competent personnel for City positions.
b. Is aware of staff weaknesses and works to improve their performance.
c. Promotes training and development opportunities for employees at all levels of the City.
d. Stays accurately informed and concerned about employee relations.
e. Is able to discern when it is necessary to assume charge of situations that would normally be
handled by a subordinate and when it is necessary to only provide guidance and support._
COMMENTS:
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7. Fiscal Management Overall Rating: of 5
a. Prepares a balanced budget to provide services at a level directed by the Council.
b. Ensures that the budget meets the operational needs of the organization and makes the best
possible use of available funds._
c. Prepares the budget in an intelligent but readable format.
d. Submits the proposed budget in a timely manner that allows for an appropriate review period.
e. Appropriately monitors and manages the fiscal activities of the organization throughout the
fiscal year._
COMMENTS:
8. Planning and Organizational Development Overall Rating: of 5
a. Works with the Council, community leaders, and other stakeholders to develop a clear vision,
mission, values, and objectives for the City.
b. Effectively priorities goals and objectives in order to ensure that the organization is doing "first
things first" in support if its strategic plan._
c. Maintains a healthy and productive organizational culture focused on customer service and
responsible stewardship of the City's resources._
d. Has a capacity for and encourages innovation._
e. Reviews ordinances, policies, and procedures periodically to suggest improvements.
COMMENTS:
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9. Leadership and Decision-Making Overall Rating: of 5
a. Leads the organization by example in adhering to its established policies, rules and
procedures and ensures that subordinates do the same._
b. Acknowledges the efforts of others and gives appropriate credit for their accomplishments._
c. Is effective at building consensus among stakeholders on new or unpopular policies or
initiatives.
d. Makes logical decisions based on a thorough review of available information and soliciting
input from appropriate sources._
e. Is able to effectively make decisions rapidly in situations where information is limited and the
outcome might be uncertain.
COMMENTS:
10. Individual Characteristics Overall Rating: of 5
a. Consistently acts with professionalism and courtesy, including prompt attendance at meetings,
returning phone calls/messages, and adhering to scheduled appointments.
b. Ensures that all business conducted by the City is free of conflicts of interest or practices that
might be construed as illegal, unethical, or unprofessional._
c. Is energetic, cooperative, and willing to spend whatever time is necessary to do a good job._
d. Has the capacity to listen to others and to recognize their interests.
e. Avoids political positions, partisanship, and unnecessary controversy.
COMMENTS:
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SUMMARY:
Performance Dimension: Overall Rating:
1. Professional Skills and Expertise of 5
2. Council Relations of 5
3. Citizen and Public Relations of 5
4. Policy Execution of 5
5. Intergovernmental Relations of 5
6. Staffing and Management of 5
7. Fiscal Management of 5
8. Planning and Organizational Development of 5
9. Leadership and Decision-Making of 5
10. Individual Characteristics of 5
Total Score: of 50
Divide by 10 (total number of metrics)
TOTAL AVERAGE RATING: of 5
Evaluator's Signature: Date:
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Additional Narrative Evaluation:
1. In your opinion, what are the manager's top successes or achievements during the evaluation
period?
RESPONSE:
2. What strengths has the manager demonstrated that have been most helpful to you as a
Council member during the evaluation period? (Feel free to be general or include specific
issues or projects which benefitted from the manager's leadership.)
RESPONSE:
3. What performance areas would you identify as needing improvement? Why?
RESPONSE:
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4. What constructive, positive ideas can you offer the manager to enhance performance?
RESPONSE:
5. What other comments do you have for the manager; e.g., priorities, expectations, goals or
objectives for the new rating period?
RESPONSE:
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Yakima City Charter
ARTICLE II Officers -- Council-Manager Form of Government
SECTION 9. The powers and duties of the City Manager shall be:
(1) To have general supervision over the administrative affairs of the municipality;
(2) To appoint and remove at any time all department heads, officers and employees of the City,
except members of the Council, but the appointment and removal of those department heads,
officers and employees who are subject to Civil Service or merit systems of the City of Yakima
shall be pursuant to the Civil Service laws, rules and regulations of such City in existence at the
effective date hereof: provided, that the Council may cause an audit to be made of any
department or office of the City government and may select the persons to make it, without the
advice or consent of the City Manager;
(3) To attend all meetings of the Council at which his attendance may be required by that body;
(4) To see that all laws and ordinances are faithfully executed, subject to the authority which the
Council may grant the Mayor to maintain law and order in times of emergency;
(5) To recommend for adoption by the Council such measures as he may deem necessary or
expedient;
(6) To prepare and submit to the Council such reports as may be required by that body or as he
may deem it advisable to submit;
(7) To keep the Council fully advised of the financial condition of the City or town and its future
needs;
(8) To prepare and submit to the Council a tentative budget for the fiscal year;
(9) To perform such other duties as the Council may determine by ordinance or resolution.