New Apopka leadership roles approved with salaries up to $210,000

Officials in Apopka authorized four additional department head roles on Friday following debate over a high-earning hire earlier this year.The action follows the city’s recruitment of a spokesperson at a $180,000 salary. Under the new roles, the incoming human resources director will earn an identical $180,000, while newly appointed chief financial officer Marcel Lee is slated for a $210,000 salary.The action comes as city and county leaders around Central Florida are voicing concerns over Floridians approving property tax reform Amendment 3.Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.