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Stockton City Council Seeks New Manager in Confidential Meeting

10/6/2025

Summary

Story summary

Stockton City Council will hold a confidential Oct. 5 meeting to recruit a city manager. Public comments start at the beginning.
Peckham & McKenney were hired to assist. Search began in June after interim City Manager Steve Colangelo's appointment.
Will Crew replaced Colangelo in July.
In Eastpointe, four manager finalists were interviewed Oct. 4, emphasizing community engagement and infrastructure improvements.

History

Historical Context

In 1913, California's Legislature introduced the City Manager form of government, enabling cities like Stockton to appoint professional managers for improved governance. This shift aimed to enhance efficiency and accountability in local administration. The recent recruitment for a city manager reflects ongoing trends in municipal governance, emphasizing effective leadership to address urban challenges and maintain public trust in evolving communities.

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Story summary

Stockton City Council will hold a confidential Oct. 5 meeting to recruit a city manager. Public comments start at the beginning.
Peckham & McKenney were hired to assist. Search began in June after interim City Manager Steve Colangelo's appointment.
Will Crew replaced Colangelo in July.
In Eastpointe, four manager finalists were interviewed Oct. 4, emphasizing community engagement and infrastructure improvements.

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