Regular-General Government # 21.
Board of Supervisors
County Administrator
- Meeting Date:
- 02/25/2025
- Brief Title
- CAO Appointment
From:
Dirk Brazil, Interim County Administrator
Staff Contact:
Phil Pogledich, County Counsel, x8172
Supervisorial District Impact:
Countywide
Subject
Appoint Michael Webb as Yolo County Administrative Officer pursuant to California Government Code Section 24000(t) and Yolo County Code Section 2-5.301; and approve and authorize the Chair to sign a related employment agreement with Michael Webb to serve as Yolo County Administrative Officer for a five-year term from March 31, 2025 through March 31, 2030. (No general fund impact) (Pogledich) (Est. Time: 5 min)
Recommended Action
- Appoint Michael Webb as Yolo County Administrative Officer pursuant to California Government Code Section 24000(t) and Yolo County Code Section 2-5.301; and
- Approve and authorize the Chair to sign a related employment agreement with Michael Webb to serve as Yolo County Administrative Officer for a five-year term from March 31, 2025 through March 31, 2030.
Strategic Plan Goal(s)
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In Support of All Goals (Internal Departments Only) |
Reason for Recommended Action/Background
For the past several months, the County has conducted a nationwide search using an experienced search firm to fill the County Administrative Officer (CAO) position. After a thorough review of candidates, the Board of Supervisors has selected Michael Webb as the new CAO.
Mr. Webb is well known in the local community, having held a variety of positions with the City of Davis over the course of 27 years. Mr. Webb is currently the City Manager, a position he has held since 2017. His prior positions with the City included Assistant City Manager, Director of Community Development and Sustainability, and Principal Planner. Through his service in City leadership roles, Mr. Webb oversaw multi-million dollar budgets, led infrastructure and capital improvement projects, and played a pivotal role in shaping regional policies. His leadership and collaboration with other regional partners contributed to the establishment of Valley Clean Energy, affordable housing projects, and sustainability efforts that have received statewide recognition.
The attached employment agreement (Attachment A) details the terms and conditions of Mr. Webb’s appointment and service as CAO. The term is for five years, commencing March 31, 2025, with the potential for extensions by mutual agreement. The base salary for Mr. Webb is $345,000 annually. As set forth in the agreement, Mr. Webb will also receive all benefits afforded to County department heads.
Mr. Webb is well known in the local community, having held a variety of positions with the City of Davis over the course of 27 years. Mr. Webb is currently the City Manager, a position he has held since 2017. His prior positions with the City included Assistant City Manager, Director of Community Development and Sustainability, and Principal Planner. Through his service in City leadership roles, Mr. Webb oversaw multi-million dollar budgets, led infrastructure and capital improvement projects, and played a pivotal role in shaping regional policies. His leadership and collaboration with other regional partners contributed to the establishment of Valley Clean Energy, affordable housing projects, and sustainability efforts that have received statewide recognition.
The attached employment agreement (Attachment A) details the terms and conditions of Mr. Webb’s appointment and service as CAO. The term is for five years, commencing March 31, 2025, with the potential for extensions by mutual agreement. The base salary for Mr. Webb is $345,000 annually. As set forth in the agreement, Mr. Webb will also receive all benefits afforded to County department heads.
Collaborations (including Board advisory groups and external partner agencies)
Human Resources and County Counsel.
Fiscal Impact
No Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Impact (Expenditure)
- Total cost of recommended action:
- $
- Amount budgeted for expenditure:
- $
- Additional expenditure authority needed:
- $
- On-going commitment (annual cost):
- $ 0
Source of Funds for this Expenditure
- General Fund
- $0
Attachments
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Phil Pogledich | Phil Pogledich | 02/21/2025 10:39 AM |
| Berenice Espitia | Berenice Espitia | 02/21/2025 10:46 AM |
- Form Started By:
- Phil Pogledich
- Started On:
- 02/21/2025 09:33 AM
- Final Approval Date:
- 02/21/2025