Cushing Resigns After Turbulent Tenure | Montpelier News

Patrick Cushing, the newly appointed town manager of Killington, has resigned after just over two months on paid administrative leave — citing a stalled performance hearing pushed to October and accusing the town of delaying accountability. He waived his 60-day notice, arguing his departure was necessary for the town’s best interests and not an admission of fault. Allegations against him include failing to cut staff, mishandling a cellphone, unauthorized union meetings, and poor board packet prep — all while managing a turbulent transition following the previous manager’s death. A resident criticized the town for paying two managers simultaneously, prompting the Select Board Chair to cite legal advice for the hearing delay — though Cushing claims it was the town attorney who insisted. He also demanded the chair’s exclusion due to conflict of interest, receiving no reply beyond the new date. Cushing denies wrongdoing, suggesting the push for his removal was politically motivated, referencing past decisions he made as board chair. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.rutlandherald.com/news/local/killington-town-manager-patrick-cushing-submits-letter-of-resignation-following-months-of-being-on-paid/article_94b80010-3e48-5b6c-92ca-e9d1529612a8.html More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cb610e0e692ec76f Report issues to [email protected].