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a city manager’s role is in adapting to
changing demographics.
“The hope that the workforce is refl ec-
tive of the make-up of the city and that was
a formal goal of the City of Albany,” Hare
said. “A city manager should try to bring
out the best in people. You do that by
listening and trying to hear what people
have to say.”
Councilor Kyle Juran wanted to know if
Hare would be willing to stick with the city
if the hiring process for a permanent city
manager runs longer than the intended
6-12 months.
“The short answer is, ‘Yes.’ I’m willing
to stay as long as you need me, but I’m
going to be really off ensive during the last
few months,” said Hare, drawing laughter
from the council.
When asked what questions Hare had
for the council, he didn’t mention Day by
name, but asked if councilors were willing
to honor majority decisions – and support
BUSINESS
AND
city staff in executing them – without
interference by those who disagree.
“We count to four,” responded Clark,
referring to the possibilities of close deci-
sions. “But we also count to seven because
there are perspectives that get to ‘yes’ with
a bigger solution that is diff erent from
what a few people think. The solution that
gets to seven is typically better than the
solution crafted by one,” Clark said.
“Regardless of what the vote looks
like, the hope is that everyone honors the
decision and it’s not easy to do sometimes
because a decision can go against the core
values of some individuals,” responded
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Hare.
The council will need to decide whether
to move Hare through the next steps to
a potential appointment as interim city
manager. The next steps include check-
ing Hare’s references and negotiating a
contract.
City Attorney Shannon Johnson said
no vote will be needed unless members
of the council raise concerns that prompt
one.
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reporter via email: editor@keizertimes.com
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