To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kelly Ballard, City Secretary
Subject:
Title
Consider a resolution confirming the selection by Judge Carol Montgomery of Craig Magnuson as an Associate Judge of the City of Keller Municipal Court, effective January 1, 2022.
Background:
The City of Keller approved an agreement with the City of Colleyville on November 2, 2021, appointing Judge Carol Montgomery to serve as the Presiding Judge for the Regional Municipal Court, effective December 1, 2021. The agreement provides for Judge Montgomery to engage the services of one or more associate judges, with the approval of the cities. Judge Montgomery has informed both cities she wishes to appoint Craig Magnuson as an associate judge, to become effective January 1, 2022. Approval of this appointment is in addition to the previous appointment and approval of Lindsey Kinzie.
The City of Colleyville approved this request at their December 21, 2021 City Council Meeting.
Financial Impact:
There is no financial impact to the City; all compensation due the associate judge(s) will be paid by Judge Montgomery.
Alternatives:
City Council has the following alternatives:
- Approve as submitted
- Approve with changes
- Denial
Council Action:
Staff forwards this resolution for the City Council’s approval.