McKenna Sampson Promoted to Deputy Clerk–Human Resource Generalist

The Red Oak City Council has approved the promotion of McKenna Sampson to Deputy Clerk–Human Resource Generalist.

The council approved Resolution 2026-62 during its regular meeting Monday, July 6. Sampson had been serving as a Customer Service Representative for the city.

City officials said Sampson has been with the city for approximately six and a half months and has shown the professionalism, initiative, and customer service skills needed for the expanded role. City Administrator Lisa Kotter also noted that Sampson brought previous human resources experience to the position.

Mayor Tim Fridolph said Sampson has done a good job for the city and called the promotion exciting.

Under the resolution, Sampson will move to a salaried position effective with the July 17, 2026, payroll. Her annual salary will be $47,008. Following a satisfactory six-month performance review by the city administrator in January 2027, her salary will increase by $2,000 to $49,008.