Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Personnel Appointment topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Aberdeen names David McNeil next city manager; current manager to leave Dec. 12
Summary
The council appointed David McNeil as city manager effective upon the cessation of duties by the current city manager, who announced a resignation effective Dec. 12, 2025. The council authorized the mayor to execute the employment agreement and directed transition planning for handover and recruitment of the police chief replacement.
The Aberdeen City Council voted to appoint David McNeil as the next city manager, effective upon the cessation of duties by the current city manager. City staff told the council the current manager, Robin (last name given in transcript as Bobzine), announced a resignation effective Dec. 12, 2025. The appointment was said to be for an indefinite term as required by city charter and state law. City staff outlined transition planning: McNeil will begin taking on responsibilities as the transition proceeds, assist with identifying a new police chief and other leadership tasks, and the mayor was authorized to execute the employment agreement. The council recorded a roll-call vote approving the appointment; councilmembers spoke in support and offered congratulations. Discussion vs. decision: The council's deliberation was brief and supportive; the formal decision was appointment of David McNeil and authorization for the mayor to sign the employment agreement. Ending: Council members expressed appreciation and support for the transition; staff will carry out the employment agreement and transition tasks.
