Huron City Council issues RFP for new city attorney services following Wheeler's departure

The Huron City Commission meeting on May 19, 2025, focused on key developments in housing and legal services for the city. The discussions highlighted the need for a new housing study and the process for selecting a new city attorney.

One of the main topics was the potential for new housing developments in Huron. City officials discussed the importance of updating the city's housing study, which has not been formally revised in about ten years. The last updates were made by local officials, but there is a consensus that a fresh perspective is needed. This new study could help attract developers for multifamily and single-family housing projects, similar to previous developments like Wheatgrass and Jefferson Village. The city is considering reaching out to developers to explore these opportunities further.

In addition to housing, the commission addressed the upcoming vacancy in the city attorney position following the resignation of David Wheeler. Human Resources Director Shauna Starett proposed issuing a request for proposals (RFP) for city attorney services. The RFP is set to be posted on the city’s website, with a submission deadline of June 20, 2025. Starett indicated that interim legal services would be provided by Gary Booth from Blue Wheeler Banks until a new attorney is appointed, with a target start date of August 1, 2025.

The meeting concluded with a call for public comments regarding the housing project, encouraging residents to submit their feedback to the city office by May 30, 2025. This engagement reflects the city’s commitment to involving the community in its development plans.