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Commissioners split on mayor/city‑manager model vs. current chief executive system
Summary
At a June 23 Study Commission session, sitting commissioners described pros and cons of shifting to an elected mayor and an appointed city/county manager. Supporters said professional administration could reduce politicized hiring and improve continuity; skeptics cited turnover risk, cost and uncertain local fit.
Several commissioners told the Study Commission on June 23 they are open to a “city‑manager/mayor” form of government but stressed the outcome would depend on details and implementation.
"Splitting the role into a mayor for politics and a city manager for administration would allow voters to choose a political leader while the council hires a professional administrator," Commissioner Russell O'Leary said, adding the manager could be evaluated and fired if underperforming.
Supporters noted potential benefits: continuity across election cycles, technical expertise for…
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