On August 3, Fort Scott City ManagerJeremy Frazier resigned his position to pursue other employment opportunities, according to information provided by the city.
Frazier had been city manager for six months.
The Fort Scott City Commission began immediately to search for a new city manager.
Frazier gave no reason in the letter for his leaving, and an email to him had no response.
The city agreed to provide a letter of reference to Frazier that he is qualified and has performed his duties professionally and competently during his six months in the city manager position, according to the severance package provided by the city.
Frazier will receive six months’ salary in a lump sum and continuing health insurance until he has acquired other health insurance, according to the information from the city.
Frazier’s contract was for $115,000 per year.
In return, Frazier will make himself available to assist the city staff with consultations on various city matters and projects, for 90 days.
Both Frazier and the city agree to make no disparaging remarks about each other without the risk of voiding the agreement between them.
To view the entire severance package:
To view a prior feature on Frazier:
New FS City Manager Starts Feb. 1: Jeremy Frazier