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Richmond council confirms Odie Donald as chief administrative officer; one councilmember abstains
Summary
The Richmond City Council voted to confirm Odie Donald as the city's chief administrative officer after Mayor presented results of a national search. Councilmember Gibson abstained, citing process and transparency concerns. The council also consented to Sharon Ebert serving as interim CAO until Donald assumes the position.
Mayor presented Odie Donald as the nominee for chief administrative officer after a national search and described his municipal experience and work on workforce and housing initiatives. "I am thrilled to tell you that we have found that leader," the mayor said, summarizing Donald's experience in South Fulton and Augusta, and his work in larger localities.
Multiple community leaders and organizations spoke in support. Bridal Anderson, president and CEO of the Chamber of RVA, praised the search process and Donaldcalling him "highly qualified, experienced, caring, and empathetic."…
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