SAN MARCOS — In a closed session meeting on Friday, the San Marcos City Council decided in a split vote to place longtime City Manager Jack Griffin on paid administrative leave.
Griffin has served as city manager since 2012, and an addendum to his contract approved last summer extended the contract through 2026. City leaders have not determined yet whether he will continue being paid his approximately $232,000 salary until then.
Mayor Rebecca Jones and council members Ed Musgrove and Mike Sannella carried the decision, while council members Maria Nuñez and Sharon Jenkins voted against, according to city spokesperson Tess Sangster.
“Details regarding the decision will not be shared publicly as it involves a personnel matter,” Sangster said.
The council also unanimously appointed Assistant City Manager Michelle Bender to the role of acting city manager effective immediately.
“Bender has been with the city since 2009, serving as Assistant City Manager since 2021, and brings a wealth of knowledge to the post,” Sangster said.
