The Austin City Council is slated to vote on a severance package for City Manager Spencer Cronk at their meeting on Feb. 15.
Council initially planned the Wednesday meeting to discuss the city's contract with the Austin police union, but over the weekend added two items to discuss Cronk's employment – an indication thecould soon be fired. Council met in a closed-door session Thursday to discuss his employment.
"I will simply reiterate that I remain Austin’s City Manager and no actions have been taken by this new Mayor and Council to change my responsibilities or role," Cronk said in a statement."I continue to be focused on serving this community and leading our dedicated workforce."
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