City Administrator Separation and Settlement
Summary
Bobby Falcon will resign as city administrator under a $250,000 settlement after his attorney alleged a campaign of innuendo and pressure aimed at forcing him out. The extra $48,000 over his contract severance buys the city a full release from any legal claims.
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Last discussed Feb 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
A one-time $250,000 payment — $48,000 more than the contractual severance — coming out of city funds.
Taxpayers arguably benefit by closing out a contentious dispute and avoiding litigation costs.
Residents lose their city administrator mid-year, and the council must decide whether to fill the role.
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