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Kiel City Administrator David Fonkow resigns, cites council culture and boundary issues
Summary
City Administrator Dave Fonkow told the council he was resigning effective Dec. 5, 2025, citing a negative workplace culture and recurring micromanagement by council members; the council voted to accept his resignation.
KIEL, Wis. — Kiel City Administrator David Fonkow announced his resignation to the city council Wednesday, saying repeated public criticisms and what he called “no boundaries” from some council members left him unable to continue.
Fonkow said he gave up a well-paid private-sector job and suspended his retirement to serve the city, but that a series of incidents — including a public accusation during a procurement matter he described as unfounded —…
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