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Statement From Vancouver City Council Regarding The Removal Of The City Manager - 11/13/26

Today, the Vancouver City Council voted unanimously to adopt a Preliminary Resolution removing City Manager Lon Pluckhahn and designating an Acting City Manager until a successor is appointed.
 

Following ongoing evaluations of the City Manager's performance and the City’s long-term strategic direction during Executive Sessions over the past year, the City Council has voted to terminate Pluckhahn’s employment agreement for the convenience of the City, in accordance with the City Charter and Resolution adopted today.
 

The City Council will consider a Final Resolution regarding the termination of Pluckhahn’s  Employment Agreement at its regular Council Meeting on Dec. 14; until then, Pluckhahn is on administrative leave with pay. The City Council has asked Deputy City Manager Lisa Brandl to step in as Acting City Manager, effective immediately.

 

The City continues to deliver the municipal services the community relies on and is focused on adopting the 2027-28 biennial budget on Monday, Nov. 16.

 

This statement reflects the Council’s decision, and no additional comment is available at this time.

 

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Statement From Vancouver City Council Regarding The Removal Of The City Manager - 11/13/26

Today, the Vancouver City Council voted unanimously to adopt a Preliminary Resolution removing City Manager Lon Pluckhahn and designating an Acting City Manager until a successor is appointed.
 

Following ongoing evaluations of the City Manager's performance and the City’s long-term strategic direction during Executive Sessions over the past year, the City Council has voted to terminate Pluckhahn’s employment agreement for the convenience of the City, in accordance with the City Charter and Resolution adopted today.
 

The City Council will consider a Final Resolution regarding the termination of Pluckhahn’s  Employment Agreement at its regular Council Meeting on Dec. 14; until then, Pluckhahn is on administrative leave with pay. The City Council has asked Deputy City Manager Lisa Brandl to step in as Acting City Manager, effective immediately.

 

The City continues to deliver the municipal services the community relies on and is focused on adopting the 2027-28 biennial budget on Monday, Nov. 16.

 

This statement reflects the Council’s decision, and no additional comment is available at this time.

 

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