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5. 8. <br />CC Regular Session <br />Meeting Date: <br />12/09/2025 <br />Primary Strategic Plan Initiative: Strive for high organizational morale and employee retention <br />Title <br />Authorization to Hire a Public Works Parks Maintenance Worker. <br />Purpose/Background: <br />The purpose of this case is to request authorization to hire a full-time Parks Maintenance Worker due to a current <br />vacancy. <br />Staff conducted a recruitment and interview process to fill the Parks Division opening that was created as a result <br />of a previous Parks Maintenance Worker transferring to the newly created Utilities Maintenance Worker position. <br />The Utilities Maintenance Worker position was added to the 2025 budget in an effort to meet the staffing needs of <br />the new water treatment plant. <br />Staff selected Mr. Joseph Morrison as the top candidate. Mr. Morrison underwent and passed the City's <br />pre -employment testing process, including a criminal background check, professional reference check, driving <br />record check and employment verification, as well as a physical exam and drug screen. The City extended a job <br />offer to Mr. Morrison which is contingent upon City Council approval. Mr. Morrison will be subject to a <br />6-month probationary period and all Personnel Policies and/or employment contracts will apply. <br />The primary objective of this position is to provide general maintenance of city -owned parks and trail <br />systems. Responsibilities include all aspects of maintaining and repairing parks, park equipment and related <br />facilities. This position involves snow plowing of public streets, trails and walks, as well as serving as a member <br />of the on -call team, working on a rotating on -call schedule 6-7 weeks per year. <br />Funding Source: <br />The funding required for this position is included in the 2026 budget. <br />Recommendation: <br />To hire Mr. Joseph Morrison, effective on or near January 5, 2026, at $32.568 per hour, which is step 2 of the <br />2026 wage scale. <br />OutcomeAction: <br />Motion to hire Mr. Joseph Morrison, effective on or near January 5, 2026, at $32.568 per hour, which is step 2 of <br />the 2026 wage scale. <br />No file(s) attached. <br />Attachments <br />Form Review <br />Inbox Reviewed By Date <br />Brian Hagen Brian Hagen 12/04/2025 03:20 PM <br />Form Started By: Colleen Lasher Started On: 12/02/2025 12:52 PM <br />