Politics Watch — September 8, 2009
Columbia Water and Light Director Resigns
Kraig Kahler, Columbia's Water and Light director, resigned from his position due to family issues. According to an official news release, City Manager Bill Watkins asked for and then received Kahler's resignation.
“I have no doubts about Kraig’s professional integrity and intelligence,” Watkins stated in the release, “But he is experiencing some difficult family issues at this time. In my opinion, this has affected his focus on the department in a way that is not likely to change in the near future.”
Watkins said Kahler left his position in good standing and is receiving the maximum separation pay allowed by city ordinance. He is also available on a consultancy basis for the next two months.
Micheal Schmitz is the interim director.
