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City Council confirms James Ross as finance director; council notes interview and references check
Summary
Council voted to confirm James Ross as finance director after interviews and reference checks; the motion passed with one abstention and council members expressed optimism about his fit for the city.
The Cheney City Council confirmed James Ross as the city's finance director on May 12 after the finance committee and mayor participated in a multi-interview selection process.
Council members described the interview panel, which included the mayor and finance directors from nearby cities, and said they checked references and conducted a background check. "Based on all the interviews, we pulled James out that recommendation," the presenter said in explaining the recommendation. A motion to confirm James Ross was made, seconded and approved; one council member recorded an abstention during the vote.
Council members praised Ross's past experience and said his expertise would be valuable for the city's finances. Ross briefly thanked the council after the vote. The appointment is effective immediately.
