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GRESHAM, Ore. –Gresham City Council has selected three finalists for the position of City Manager and is seeking community input and involvement in next steps. On Wednesday, April 21, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., Mayor Travis Stovall will host a virtual community forum to introduce the finalists: Jamal Fox, Patrick Quinton and Nina Vetter.
Following the first round of interviews for the City Manager position earlier in 2021, City Council re-opened the recruitment process, which remains open until filled. In total, 37 candidates that applied by March 22 were considered for this phase of the process.
Residents are invited to submit questions in advance to Communications@GreshamOregon.gov by noon, Monday, April 19. Questions previously submitted are on file and will be considered for these interviews. Live public comment will not be taken. After the forum, attendees will have the opportunity to provide feedback about the candidates through an online survey by noon, Thursday, April 22. Feedback will be shared with Council for their consideration.
The final three candidates have participated in individual interviews with the City’s executive recruiter as well as semi-finalist interviews with Council. The finalists will also interview with City leadership and employees. City Council will consider staff and community feedback during a finalist interview on April 23 and will determine the next steps in the process at that time. Standard background and reference checks will be conducted as necessary before any hiring announcement is made.
The community participated in the recruitment early on through focus groups and an online survey, providing insights into the skills needed for the next City Manager, as well as key priorities. The City Manager serves as the chief executive officer of the organization, overseeing staff and departments and carrying out the direction of City Council.
The Zoom link to join the forum will be posted at GreshamOregon.gov/Events.
Meet the finalists