The City of Palmdale and J.J. Murphy Agree to Amicable Resolution

Palmdale, Ca. - City of Palmdale former city manager, J.J. Murphy, is pleased to announce the resolution of his lawsuit against the City.

In that lawsuit, Mr. Murphy alleged, among other things, that he was terminated for refusing to participate in the illegal activities of former mayor, Steve Hofbauer, and current councilmember, Richard Loa.  The settlement includes a payment to Mr. Murphy of approximately $2.23 million to resolve those allegations.  That is in addition to the amount he was due in severance.

During his tenure as city manager, Mr. Murphy developed the Palmdale Cares initiative, and streamlined city processes, resulting in a reduction in homelessness and Palmdale being named the Most Business Friendly City in Los Angeles County.  Moving forward, Mr. Murphy has agreed to assist the City where his insights, experience and knowledge may be helpful.  

Mr. Murphy is now employed by Pasco County, Florida.  Mr. Murphy wishes the City of Palmdale success, and believes the new city council, under the leadership of Mayor Bettencourt, Mayor Pro Tem Alarcon, and the city manager are well positioned to unleash Palmdale’s potential.

Questions can be directed to the law firm of Shenkman and Hughes, attention Attorney Kevin Shenkman at (310) 457-0970