SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Appoint Owen Kohler to serve as Interim City Attorney beginning February 10, 2026.
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SUMMARY:
On December 12, 2025, City Attorney David Margolis notified the City Council that he intends to resign. Mr. Margolis intends to continue serving as City Attorney through February 9, 2026. On January 5, 2026, the City Council accepted Mr. Margolis' resignation and expressed support for the formal appointment of an Interim City Attorney. Lead Assistant City Attorney Owen Kohler has been identified for that role and is willing to serve. Mr. Margolis has drafted an addendum to Mr. Kohler's existing employment agreement for Council's consideration.
If this addendum is approved by a supermajority of the City Council, Mr. Kohler will begin serving as Interim City Attorney on February 10, 2026. His appointment will expire on August 7, 2026, or upon appointment of a permanent City Attorney, whichever occurs first. Other terms and conditions, including salary and possible future scenarios, are also discussed in the attached agreement.
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