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� RECOMIV�NDATION: It is recommended that Ed Burrell, Finance Director be selected as Acting City Manager. Clearly, Ed has a complete understanding of Roseville operations. I have relied heavily on Ed during my tenure. His role has been oftentimes more than Finance Director, serving somewhat like the Chief Operating Officer with broad internal responsibilities. Mr. Burrell is well known to the City Council and community and he has an excellent reputation. Mr. Burrell knows the community and organizational issues to be addressed in the foreseeable future and his appointment will facilitate the handling of these issues. Ed also has the support and respect of the administrative staff. It should be clear that any Acting City Manager selected should not be considered for the permanent appointment so as not to discourage outside applicants. It is further recommended that the Interim City Manager's salary be adjusted to an annual amount of $95,000 for the assumption of the new and additional duties of City Manager. Should the City Council select Mr. Burrell, it is recommended that he occupy the City Manager's Office and also continue to perform the tasks of Finance Director in this transition. Ed has been advised to consult the City Council should additional consulting services be needed to handle the workflow in the interim. III. Transition Roles and Responsibilities Background During a transition process, the organization is typically challenged more than normal due to the uncertainties and lack of stability. Particular attention needs to be paid to the communication issues between the Council and staff. It is recommended that any and all communication between Council and any member of Staff be directed throu�h the Actin� City Mana�er. In an effort to coordinate the response to City Council member requests during the City Manager recruitment process, all requests for information, services and other communications from elected and appointed officials should be directed to the Acting City Manager. A specific Resolution of the City Council will be offered at the Special Council meeting of October 30, 2000 for Council consideration. IV. Emplovee and Citv Mana�er Contract Closeout Background In addition, the terms of employment for the newly appointed Assistant City Manager changed upon the unexpected resignation of the City Manager. As such, the City Manager will accelerate the six-month review period and 5% adjustment for the Assistant effective 11/3/00. Due to the City Manager's departure, the Assistant will assume administrative duties at an accelerated rate as well as taking on additional duties prior to the appointment of a permanent City Manager. These changes will be made administratively. However, the City Council should be aware of these internal changes as they prepare for the shift in the administrative workload.