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Athens City Manager Terminated at Council Meeting

Athens City Council voted 3-2 to end City Manager Dr. Randall Dowling’s contract; Bridget Roberts will serve as acting manager.
WHO: Athens City Council; City Manager Dr. Randall Dowling; Executive Assistant Bridget Roberts
WHAT: City Council terminated the contract of City Manager Dr. Randall Dowling
WHEN: Jun 5, 2026 at 10:07 AM ET
WHERE: Athens, TN
WHY: Dowling was removed without cause under Section 11 of his agreement, which allows dismissal at the council’s pleasure by majority vote.

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