Traverse City manager Marty Colburn could leave his job on Monday.
The city commission will consider a “separation agreement” with Colburn, who has been in the city’s top job since June of 2015.
A reason for Colburn's resignation was not given.
In a statement, Mayor Richard Lewis said Traverse City appreciates Colburn’s service, adding: “We begin each City Commission meeting by asking that the City Commission conduct its business with dignity, respect, patience and charity for all. It is with that same spirit that any further comment on this matter is not necessary, and we sincerely wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”
Reached by IPR on Thursday afternoon, Lewis declined to comment beyond what was in the statement.
Colburn could not immediately be reached. But he’s quoted in the city news release as well, saying he enjoyed his time with Traverse City, and wishes the city the best.
“The city organization has an excellent staff and I know that they, along with the City Commission, our boards and committees as well as the input from our citizenry, will continue to do great things,” Colburn said.
Commissioners will discuss the separation agreement with Colburn at their meeting on Monday, which is also when the resignation would take effect.
The agreement calls for him to receive more than $97,000 following separation, including pay for 316 hours of earned vacation time, and a $72,000 severance payment.
It will take five affirmative votes to approve the deal.
IPR's Patrick Shea contributed to this report.
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