TO: Members of the City Council
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
Executive
Malisa Files
425-556-2166
Human Resources
Cathryn Laird
425-556-2125
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Human Resources
Stephanie Lorntzen
Dept. Admin. Coordinator
TITLE:
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Confirmation of the Appointment of Kelley Cochran to serve as Redmond's Finance Director
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
The City has made an offer of employment to Kelley Cochran as the Finance Director. The offer is contingent on confirmation of appointment by City Council.
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? Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
? Receive Information ? Provide Direction ? Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
* Relevant Plans/Policies:
N/A
* Required:
Per RMC 2.02.050, the Finance Director position is filled by appointment from the Mayor, subject to confirmation by a majority vote of the City Council.
* Council Request:
N/A
* Other Key Facts:
N/A
OUTCOMES:
Ms. Cochran possesses the experience and leadership capabilities needed for the role. She brings an extensive background and skill set to the Finance department and has demonstrated through acting as the Finance Director the ability to become an asset to the City's leadership team and Redmond community.
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
* Timeline (previous or planned):
* Ms. Cochran has served as the Deputy Finance Director from October 1, 2018 to present. Effective January 9, 2023, she has been performing as the Acting Finance Director.
* Outreach Methods and Results:
N/A
* Feedback Summary:
N/A
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
Funding for the position is included in the adopted 2023-2024 City Budget.
Approved in current biennial budget: ? Yes ? No ? N/A
Budget Offer Number:
281
Budget Priority:
Strategic and Responsive
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ? Yes ? No ? N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A
Funding source(s):
General Fund
Budget/Funding Constraints:
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