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Council appoints David Miles as Meridian’s director of community development
Summary
David Miles was appointed director of community development after council members praised his experience; the appointment was approved by voice vote and staff said a development agreement process will continue with his oversight.
The Meridian City Council appointed David Miles as director of community development on April 7, 2026. Mayor Robert Simmonson introduced Miles’s appointment and councilmembers offered unanimous praise for his experience, calling it one of the easier decisions during the meeting.
Councilman Overton moved to appoint Miles and the council approved the motion by voice vote. In brief remarks, Miles thanked the mayor, council and staff and said he looked forward to working with stakeholders and the community.
Context and next steps: councilmembers said Miles brings development‑process experience and institutional knowledge; as director he will oversee incoming development applications and implementation of the city’s development-review processes. The appointment is effective as of the council vote; staff will proceed with administrative onboarding and department staffing coordination.
Vote details: motion moved by Councilman Overton and seconded; council approved the appointment by voice vote (unanimous recorded responses).
