Council Authorizes Contract Negotiations with City Manager Proakis
The Watertown City Council authorized negotiations for City Manager Proakis's successor contract. Council President Mark S. Sideris was authorized to lead talks as Proakis's current agreement expires August 14, 2026, with final terms due May 14, 2026.
City Council · Meeting of January 13, 2026
WATERTOWN — The Watertown City Council authorized negotiations for City Manager Proakis's successor contract. Council President Mark S. Sideris was authorized to lead talks as Proakis's current agreement expires August 14, 2026, with final terms due May 14, 2026.
The Council unanimously approved $1.156 million for Parker Building envelope and mechanical upgrades, including $740,000 to replace gas rooftop units with all-electric heat pumps. In a separate unanimous vote, the body approved $95,000 for Phillips School security system enhancements and a standby generator. The Council also introduced three Department of Public Works equipment loan orders totaling $2.007 million for later votes.
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Source: the City Council meeting of January 13, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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