Sponsor: Board of Commissioners
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Summary of the Conclusions from the Performance Evaluation of the County Manager and Second Amendment to Employment Agreement between Ramsey County and Ling Becker, County Manager
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Recommendation
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1. Approve the second amendment to the Employment Agreement between Ramsey County and Ling Becker, County Manager.
2. Authorize the annual salary of the County Manager to be increased effective August 1, 2026, as a reflection of distinguished performance, resulting in a salary of $283,550.
3. Authorize the Chair and Chief Clerk to execute the second amendment to the Employment Agreement.
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Background and Rationale
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On August 27, 2024, via Resolution B2024-168, the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners appointed Ling Becker to serve as Ramsey County Manager effective September 1, 2024. An employment agreement was executed between Ramsey County and Ling Becker, County Manager (“Employment Agreement”). The Employment Agreement was amended for a term of one year from August 1, 2025, through July 31, 2026, and allows for renewable one-year terms.
Pursuant to the Employment Agreement, the County Board evaluates the performance of the County Manager every year. In addition, pursuant to the Employment Agreement, the County Board, at its discretion, may increase the salary of the County Manager after an annual review. Modifications and amendments to the Employment Agreement must be done by subsequent written agreement signed by both parties.
The Minnesota Open Meeting Law, Minnesota Statutes 13D.05 Subdivision 3(a), permits a closed meeting for a public body to evaluate the performance of an individual subject to its authority. A closed meeting was held on June 16, 2026 to evaluate the performance of the County Manager for the period of August 1, 2025 through June 16, 2026. The law further requires the public body to summarize its conclusions regarding the evaluation in an open meeting.
Over the past year, County Manager Becker has successfully led Ramsey County through a dynamic and evolving environment marked by significant opportunities and challenges, including Operation Metro Surge, major federal actions, and organizational transformation efforts. Through strong strategic leadership, thoughtful decision-making, and a focus on organizational alignment, she has guided teams across the County in delivering responsive services, advancing strategic priorities, and ensuring the organization remains focused on achieving its mission and serving residents effectively.
The evaluation of the County Manager resulted a rating of “distinguished performance.”
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County Goals (Check those advanced by Action)
☒ Well-being ☒ Prosperity ☐ Opportunity ☒ Accountability
Racial Equity Impact
A core component of the Ramsey County Board’s annual evaluation of the County Manager’s performance relates to her leadership in advancing racial equity in alignment with the organization’s mission, vision and goals. While this Request for Board Action doesn’t have a direct Racial Equity impact, Ramsey County is committed to advancing racial equity and promoting an inclusive organizational culture focusing on people, integrity, community, leadership and equity.
Community Participation Level and Impact
There is no community engagement involved with this request for board action.
☒ Inform ☐ Consult ☐ Involve ☐ Collaborate ☐ Empower
Fiscal Impact
There is sufficient funding in the County Manager’s approved 2026-2027 operating budget and will be included in the next operating biennial budget.
Last Previous Action
On June 16, 2026, the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners held a closed meeting to appraise performance of the County Manager.
On July 8, 2025, Ramsey County Board of Commissioners executed the first amendment to the Employment Agreement (Resolution B2025-142).
On August 27, 2024, Ramsey County Board of Commissioner appointed Ling Becker to serve as Ramsey County Manager effective September 1, 2024 (Resolution B2024-168).
Attachments
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