Mora accepts treasurer's resignation; taps Kohlgraf as temporary city administrator

The Mora City Council and Public Utilities Commission accepted the resignation of treasurer Charles Hippen-Koch at a special meeting on Oct. 14.

According to the draft minutes of the meeting, the council and PUC held a closed session to discuss allegations made against Hippen-Koch.

Mora Human Resources Director Mandi Yoder confirmed that no disciplinary action was taken.

The city council also unanimously voted to appoint public utilities general manager Joe Kohlgraf as the temporary city administrator until an interim one is appointed.

The decision came after the council and PUC reached a consensus to hire an interim city administrator while beginning the search for a permanent one.

After reaching a separation agreement with previous city administrator Glenn Anderson in June of 2024, Mora moved forward with a three-pronged approach to the position, with Kohlgraf, City Clerk Natasha Segelstrom, and Hippen-Koch sharing administrative duties.