DeFuniak Springs City Council Tackles City Manager Vacancy and Budget Priorities

Overview: The DeFuniak Springs City Council convened to address the crucial vacancy of the city manager position and to deliberate on budget priorities and fiscal management amidst discussions of infrastructure and community projects. Notably, the council decided to reopen the application process for the city manager role and set a two-week period for receiving resumes, with the anticipation of a special meeting to review candidates.

City Council Addresses Interim Management and Emergency Spending Protocol

Overview: In the absence of a permanent city manager, the City Council convened to establish interim procedures for city management and to address the city’s emergency spending protocol. The council debated the authority of the mayor in signing documents and contracts, the designation of a secondary signer, the approval of a new firefighter position, and the policy for emergency expenditures.

Defuniak Springs City Council Grapples with Audit Concerns and City Manager Selection

Overview: In a recent Defuniak Springs City Council meeting, issues regarding the city’s financial audit and the selection process for a new city manager were addressed. The council discussed a draft audit with a qualified opinion due to approximately $307,000 in unsubstantiated revenues and deliberated over the criteria and process for interviewing city manager candidates.

DeFuniak Springs Special Magistrate Addresses Property Violations, Eyes Compliance

Overview: The DeFuniak Springs Special Magistrate Court recently deliberated on several cases involving property code violations, emphasizing the city’s commitment to compliance and the resolution of ongoing non-compliance issues. Among the most pressing cases was the situation on Circle Drive, where property owners Maran Schultz were delayed in code violation repairs due to financial constraints and the advanced age of the property owners. Despite these challenges, significant investments were made to improve the property, including the removal of a dilapidated carport. The Magistrate took into account the efforts and circumstances of the property owners, including the timing of the repairs in relation to the passing of one of the owners.

DeFuniak Springs City Council Selects New City Auditor

Overview: In a recent special meeting, the DeFuniak Springs Audit Selection Committee convened to evaluate responses to the city’s auditor Request for Proposals (RFP). Two contenders, James Moore & Co. and Purvis Gray & Co., presented their qualifications for the city’s new auditing contract. After careful consideration and discussion of each firm’s experience, client service capabilities, and approach to auditing, Purvis Gray & Co. was selected as the top-ranked proposer. The decision was not unanimous, with a vote count of 2-1 in favor of moving forward with Purvis Gray & Co.