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New Salary Approved for Interim Administrator Amid Settlement Deal

1/29/2025

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Ottawa County's Interim Administrator Gary Rosema is set to receive a monthly salary of $14,000 as approved by commissioners. In a significant move, the board also agreed to negotiate a $190,000 settlement with former administrator John Gibbs, who faced misconduct allegations, effectively reversing his termination. This decision comes after costly lawsuits that have burdened the county.

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Story summary

Ottawa County's Interim Administrator Gary Rosema is set to receive a monthly salary of $14,000 as approved by commissioners. In a significant move, the board also agreed to negotiate a $190,000 settlement with former administrator John Gibbs, who faced misconduct allegations, effectively reversing his termination. This decision comes after costly lawsuits that have burdened the county.