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Blaine city manager Michelle A. Wolf to retire July 3; council appoints Eric Thorbig interim manager
Summary
After a proclamation honoring her service, City Manager Michelle A. Wolf announced retirement effective July 3, 2025. The council voted to appoint Community Development Director Eric Thorbig as interim city manager, effective the same date, at $96.76 an hour.
Michelle A. Wolf, Blaine’s city manager, will retire effective July 3, 2025, the city council announced at its June 16 meeting and read a proclamation honoring her 35 years in public service.
The council then voted to appoint Community Development Director Eric Thorbig as interim city manager to perform the duties of the city manager starting July 3, 2025, at a salary base of $96.76 per hour. Mayor Sanders moved the appointment; Council Member Robertson seconded, and the motion carried by voice vote.
The proclamation read by the mayor noted Wolf has led city operations since Sept. 16,…
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