Summary
Redding’s search for a finance director drew just one applicant, and the mayor is calling that a warning sign about the city’s political climate. If that lone candidate falls through, the city has to start the hiring process over again.
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Impact analysis
A drawn-out vacancy or failed search can mean extra recruiting costs and costly reliance on interim help or outside consultants.
The lone applicant gets unusual leverage to negotiate pay and terms, while the city avoids an immediate restart only if that person says yes.
Redding taxpayers and city departments get stuck with weaker financial oversight and more instability if the hire falls apart.
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