To the editor:

I wanted to share my thoughts regarding the recent event of the resignation of the City Administrator and some possible promotion decisions within our city.

In 2023, the city contracted a group to find qualified applicants to be the city administrator.

Recently, the current administrator submitted his resignation, with his last day to be in August. There has been discussion on how the position will be filled without opening it for people to apply. I believe this position should be opened to the public. Hire a group to find us qualified applicants like we have done in the past. The mayor believes the position should be given to someone without going through the application and interview process. I have nothing against anyone that wants the position, but I believe opening the position to the public is a fair way to make sure we do not miss or overlook any candidates that are qualified and have worked hard for an opportunity like this. If we open this position, and we find a qualified person I will support it 100%.

I was also informed that some sort of decision has been made and a contract has been drafted.

I want to continue to see our city be great and one way to do so is to provide an open, fair and motivating culture that benefits everyone. Transparency is something that is always talked about and promised, so why is it that most have no idea this will happen soon?

Due to my requirements with the United States Army, I will not be present at the next city council and wanted to voice my beliefs.

Davis Jimenez

Great Bend