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Lee's Summit mayor outlines priorities, names Shields mayor pro tem as council implements hiring freeze
Summary
At his first meeting of the term, Mayor Bethel Lopez named Council Member Hillary Shields mayor pro tem, highlighted strategic priorities including public safety, parks and housing, and the council reported a finance committee plan that includes a hiring freeze to close a projected budget shortfall ahead of a May 18 review.
Mayor Bethel Lopez opened the Lee's Summit City Council's regular meeting by stressing unity and oversight as the new council begins work and announcing Council Member Hillary Shields as the city's mayor pro tem.
Lopez said the council will prioritize public safety, maintaining park quality and addressing housing, and pledged better communication with residents. "We represent every citizen in this city and we will always do it…
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