Biddeford seeks public input on next city manager

Mayor Liam LaFountain and the Biddeford City Council invite residents, businesses and organizations to share input on the qualities they would like to see in Biddeford’s next City Manager.

During a public meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 9 in the Biddeford City Hall Council Chambers and via Microsoft Teams, community members will be asked to discuss the key issues and challenges they anticipate for the city over the next five years, as well as the skills, background, and experience they believe the next City Manager will need to address them.

The Mayor and City Council have contracted with Gerrish Municipal Consulting Services of Brunswick, Maine to conduct the City Manager search. The company’s president, Don Gerrish, will facilitate this meeting and present an overview of the process the Mayor and City Council will follow in selecting the new City Manager.

“Gathering public input is an important first step as we begin the search for our next City Manager,” Mayor LaFountain said. “The City Council and I encourage residents to share their perspective so we can ensure that the process reflects our shared priorities and values.”

Community members who are unable to attend the July 9 meeting may also provide their input via an online form or email feedback directly to Gerrish at dhgerrish@yahoo.com by July 13.