Cabe appointed Macon County manager
Commissioners appointed Warren Cabe as the new manager for Macon County after he had served just over four months as interim county manager.
“I appreciate the opportunity,” said Cabe at the March 11 meeting when commissioners appointed him to the position.
“I’ve been asked by a lot of folks how it’s been and it’s definitely challenging. But I’ve had good relationships with the board, good relationships with the departments and the other agencies I work with, and I just want to say I appreciate the opportunity.”
During the March 11 meeting, County Attorney Eric Ridenour said he had been asked to prepare an employment agreement for the next county manager. According to Ridenour the terms of the agreement are virtually the same as the previous manager’s employment agreement, including the rate of pay.
Cabe began serving as interim county manager on Nov. 1 after the departure of long-time county manager Derek Roland. After more than a decade of leadership in the county, Roland had announced his resignation in September, and he left his position at the start of November.
“When you lose your employee, you scramble, especially in this economy,” said Commission Chairman Josh Young during the March 11 meeting. “Fortunately, we had a gentleman step up; he has absolutely knocked it out of the park. I’ve spoken with about every department head in this county and we have overwhelmingly great reviews … He’s making them go to work and expecting a very high performance, which is a very high priority of mine.”
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Cabe’s initial interim contract ran through June 30 and his annual salary was set at $154,536.45, plus a $500 per month car allowance.
Commissioners were selecting from multiple applicants, only three of which, commissioners said, were qualified for the position.
“It’s been a great experience the last several months working with Mr. Cabe,” said Commissioner John Shearl. “I think there are a lot of great things coming for the betterment of the entire county.”
“Thank you for your leadership,” said Commissioner Barry Breeden. “Being a new member, it’s definitely not overlooked, it’s much appreciated.”
