Councilmember Tillman asks council to consider independent review of staff turnover and governance training

At the Dec. 17 Clayton City Council meeting, Councilmember Tillman asked the council to agendize two related items: (1) a discussion with the City Attorney about hiring an independent third party to investigate recent staff turnover, and (2) governance training for the City Council.

Tillman framed the request as a formal council item to be scheduled for a future meeting; the minutes record the request but show no formal motion, vote, or timeline for when the city attorney will return with options. The minutes do not detail the scope, cost estimates, or the specific incidents that prompted the request; those details were not specified in the public record presented.

Council did not take a vote on investigation authority or funding at the Dec. 17 meeting. The request, if agendized, would likely involve the City Attorney, City Manager, and possibly a third-party investigator; any contract, scope, or procurement steps would be subject to later council action.

Councilmember Tillman also raised the need for governance training for councilmembers. The minutes do not specify a preferred trainer, timing, or budget for training; those elements will need to be developed when staff returns with a recommended approach.