CC 05-02-2025 Item No. 1 City Manager Performance Evaluation_Late Written Communicationscc 05-02-2025
Item # 1
City Manager Evaluation
Written Communications
From:Connie Cunningham
To:City Clerk; City Council
Subject:May 2 City Council Closed session, Manager Wu
Date:Friday, May 2, 2025 11:45:14 AM
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Hello, Mayor Chao, Vice Mayor Moore and Councilmembers,
Please add this email to the written record.
I question this second closed-session evaluation of City Manager Pamela Wu. Unless it is to
discuss a bonus for her commitment to City Council objectives and professional achievements,
there is no purpose to this meeting.
Ms. Wu had her annual evaluation in November 2024 — and another review on April 2, 2025,
then on April 29 and now May 2.
Pamela Wu has steered Cupertino through major crises with skill and professionalism. She has
served under two City Councils, performing her duties under the objectives set by the City
Councils.
She successfully managed the city through a financial crisis.
She managed city staff to a successful Housing Element certification, following a new,
State process.
Under her management, there has been stability. Before her tenure, there were several short-term
managers. The turnover caused significant difficulties in establishing work flow and relationships.
In my experience over the past years, Ms. Wu has been approachable and knowledgeable. She
has had discussions with me when we didn’t agree, that led to our mutual understanding.
Ms. Wu has attended all City Councils meetings, giving accurate answers or referring questions to
the right departments when needed. This knowledgeable handling of Council questions ensures
that Council and the public get correct information.
I urge the Council to recognize Ms. Wu’s professionalism and management of city staff to meet
objectives set by City Council. She deserves a bonus for her achievements.
Connie L Cunningham , self only
Resident 38 years, currently Chair, Housing Commission
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