(KLZA)--Following an executive session during an October 29 meeting of the Auburn Board of Public Works to evaluate the job performance of an employee, the Board approved a motion to terminate introductory emplooyee Paul Erickson, recently hired as General Manager of the BPW, during his probationary period.
Erickson was appointed to the postion on August 18.

Following a second closed session with current BPW General Manager Ray Luhring, the Board voted to enter into a one-year agreement with Luhring, effective January 1, 2026, to remain on the job with an annual salary of $180,000 with remote work approved from
January 19, 2026, through February 19, 2026.

Luhring's duties will include development of a succession plan and to mentor and develop an internal employee for the General Manager position.