Pikeville, Tenn., Mayor Greg JohnsonPikeville, Tenn., Mayor Greg Johnson still is manning his post at City Hall while officials study options in the wake of his arrest last month on four counts of official misconduct and theft over $60,000.
Even though Johnson is keeping office hours, according to City Hall staff and City Attorney Ed Boring, he did not return a call Wednesday seeking comment.
Johnson’s attorney, Steve Greer, has said the mayor is under no requirement to step down.
Boring said Wednesday that city officials’ hands are tied until Johnson’s criminal case is resolved.
He said Johnson will continue to collect his pay even if he doesn’t show up for work.