Summary
The city is hiring former Mayor Dr. Tim Mahoney as its statutorily required health officer at roughly $3,400 a month for four hours of work a week. Commissioner Turnberg pulled the item from the consent agenda, saying residents deserve transparency about the pay, but the contract ultimately passed 3-2.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $3,400 a month from the public health budget, with $200 monthly increases each year.
Residents get a required health officer able to sign standing orders for immunizations and flu season, at a reduced cost from prior years.
None directly, though Commissioner Turnberg argued public trust suffers when such contracts pass without full public discussion.
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City Commission - Aug 17, 2026
The city is hiring former Mayor Dr. Tim Mahoney as its statutorily required health officer at roughly $3,400 a month for four hours of work a week. Commissioner Turnberg pulled the item from the consent agenda, saying residents deserve transparency about the pay, but the contract ultimately passed 3-2.
Former Fargo mayor hired as health officer, but not before city leaders questioned the appointment
Former Fargo mayor hired as health officer, but not before city leaders questioned the appointment InForum
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