Biddeford, Maine Development News

Biddeford Begins Search for New City Manager, Seeks Public Input

The city is undertaking a process to hire a new city manager. The search firm consultant, David Garish, outlined the process, which includes public input sessions, interviews with department heads, mayor, and council, and a timeline aiming for a hire by the first week of September. Key aspects discussed include desired qualifications such as leadership, fiscal responsibility, transparency, and experience in municipal government, as well as community engagement and relationship-building with institutions like the University of New England (UNE). There was also discussion about whether the new manager should reside within the city limits.