Topeka Mayor Spencer Duncan took time Wednesday morning to explain the recent resignation of City Manager Robert Perez. Duncan addressed the Topeka community on the morning of Oct. 21 following Perez’s resignation. Duncan said Perez resigned immediately on Oct. 20 following the city council meeting with Deputy City Manager Braxton Copley taking over the position temporarily until Oct. 26. Michael Webb will become interim city manager starting on Oct. 26. Duncan praised Perez, stating that Perez did his job to the best of his ability. Duncan said Perez’s resignation stems from Perez wanting to explore other opportunities.
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