City Manager Executive Search
Summary
Council approved a 15% raise for John Lege III while he serves as interim city manager, effective December 10.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 6
- Last 30 days
- 2
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Oct 5, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
A 15% temporary salary increase to the interim manager's pay starting December 10, 2026.
Interim City Manager John Lege III.
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Mentions & discussions (6)
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR - Nov 2, 2026
Council approved a 15% raise for John Lege III while he serves as interim city manager, effective December 10.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR - Oct 19, 2026
Following the upcoming departure of City Manager Marty Lawing, the council appointed Assistant City Manager John Lege as interim city manager and hired Mercer Group to conduct an expedited national search.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR - Oct 5, 2026
Following the retirement notice of City Manager Marty Lawing, the council voted to waive the RFP process and hire the Mercer Group to conduct the executive search for a new city manager.
Fort Myers City Manager Marty Lawing to retire in December
Fort Myers City Manager Marty Lawing to retire in December The News-Press
Fort Myers city manager retiring after 43 years in public service
Fort Myers city manager retiring after 43 years in public service WINK News
Fort Myers City Manager Marty Lawing to retire December 9th
Fort Myers City Manager Marty Lawing to retire December 9th WGCU
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