Richland City Manager voted out by council

RICHLAND, Wash.-- The Richland City Council voted to remove City Manager Cindy Reents from her position, effective January 22nd.

According to a press release from the city, the decision was mutual, serving "the best interest of both parties."

The details of the separation agreement haven't been determined at this time.

City officials say Reents will continue to serve as the City Manager and help with the transition to an interim City Manger.

“We appreciate the 17+ years of service Cindy has provided the City of Richland. While the Council and Ms. Reents have mutually chosen to move in a different direction with this position, we recognize and thank her for her contributions to Richland,” states Mayor, Ryan Lukson. “I have worked alongside her in the City’s response to COVID-19 and appreciate her tenacity. The City is financially stable, and that is a remarkable feat in these trying times. Her passion for the community is evident and we wish her the best of luck. The Council is confident the City will continue to operate effectively and efficiently during this transition.”

The Council has not yet determined a schedule or plan of action for recruiting candidates to fill the position, but Council expects to announce an Interim City Manager in the coming weeks.