Major city gov shakeup: Council advances Carney removal, new manager search imminent amid Flock, parking, audits, food trucks
Key Questions
Why is the Lodi City Council removing City Manager Scott Carney?
The Lodi City Council unanimously voted out of closed session to begin the process of removing City Manager Scott Carney. This action initiates his removal process.
When will Lodi announce its new city manager?
All interviews for the new city manager position are complete. An announcement is expected soon following a closed session and contract finalization.
What changes are proposed for food trucks in Lodi?
Lodi leaders are considering eliminating the food truck cap, which currently limits operations to 25 trucks and has caused yearlong waitlists with over $35,000 in losses for vendors. This would allow more food trucks to operate legally.
What is the status of downtown parking in Lodi?
The council is addressing parking concerns by involving business groups for solutions, following a resident's petition about employee parking downtown. There are no new downtown tickets, permits, or petitions currently.
What are the upcoming changes for LPD leadership and Flock cameras?
LPD Chief retires on April 17; watch the April 22 council meeting for updates on leadership and safety. Flock cameras are scheduled to go live on April 7. Recent audits found no fraud.
Council unanimously initiates Carney removal; new city manager interviews done, announcement soon post-closed session/contract. Flock cams to 4/7; parking no downtown tickets/permits/petition; food truck cap lift (waitlists $35k+ losses); audits no fraud. LPD Chief retires 4/17—watch 4/22 mtg for leadership/safety.