SAN MARCOS, TX --
Fired San Marcos City Manager Rick Menchaca has accepted an $85,000 severance package and agreed not to sue over his dismissal. The San Marcos City Council on June 24 voted to end Menchaca's employment, effective immediately. No reasons were given.A June 1 evaluation, from council members, city staff and external evaluators, gave Menchaca an "average" rating.
Mayor Susan Narvaiz initially said Menchada had declined a severance offer and planned to contact an attorney.
But the mayor, at Tuesday night's city council meeting, said Menchaca agreed to accept the severance deal and not pursue a lawsuit. He has declined comment.
Menchaca was city manager of Midland from 2000 to 2007.