The city of Austin’s chief executive is potentially on the chopping block after last week’s winter storm left hundreds of thousands of households without electricity for days.
Austin City Manager Spencer Cronk speaks during a ceremony to swear in Austin Police Chief Joseph Chacon on Oct. 29, 2021., The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news.
The Austin City Council will evaluate City Manager Spencer Cronk’s employment during a meeting Thursday, Austin Mayor Kirk Watson announced Monday morning. The emergency item got the backing of three council members — Alison Alter, Chito Vela and Vanessa Fuentes. “My focus and attention remain 100% on supporting City departments and marshalling resources to continue power restoration and debris cleanup, and to continue providing assistance and aid to residents and businesses who need it,” Cronk said.
Making about $388,000, Cronk is one of the city’s top-paid employees — second to Austin Energy General Manager Jackie Sargent, who makes more than $400,000. Most of the council voted to give Cronk a raise in December.
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