Former Human Resources Manager Ken Hunt will receive a $40,000 settlement from the city of Iola in regard to his termination in 2011.
Hunt was terminated by the city after reports of misconduct that included fraud and the changing of operation manuals without consent from the city.
City Administrator Carl Slaugh said an investigation was made through the city, and no results were found to support the claims.
“The investigation showed that there was no actual evidence of the claims that were made,” Slaugh said.
The settlement included a formal apology from the city, which was read by council member Joel Wicoff during Monday night’s meeting, as well as a statement that explains that Hunt’s separation was voluntary.
The apology read: “We apologize for the circumstances surrounding your termination and we hope this settlement helps everyone move forward.”
Slaugh said the council was eager to get the situation behind them and clear up any further litigation with Hunt.
“They wanted to get the situation settled and move on,” Slaugh said. “It’s a difficult thing to go through.”
He said the council believed it was an appropriate time for the settlement, since the city could reach a reasonable agreement.
The $40,000 includes damages received from the termination, including loss of income.
Hunt receives formal apology for termination
