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Confirmation of Susannah Kirby as Director of Safety and Permits

Original title: MOTION - NO. M-26-200 - BY: COUNCILMEMBERS MORRELL, MCCARRON, HARRIS, GREEN AND HUGHES (BY REQUEST) Brief: Confirming Susannah Kirby as the Director of the Department of Safety and Permits, in accordance with Section 4-106 of the Home Rule Charter. Annotation: (This matter was introduced 5/21/26). GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED APPROVAL. ADOPTED.

Record date · May 21, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The City Council has officially confirmed the appointment of Susannah Kirby to serve as the Director of the Department of Safety and Permits. This action follows the recommendation of the Governmental Affairs Committee.

Why it matters

Susannah Kirby will now lead the department responsible for building permits, code enforcement, and public safety regulations, directly impacting property owners and developers in the city.

Who It Affects

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Susannah Kirby

She assumes the role and responsibilities of the Director of the Department of Safety and Permits.

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Department of Safety and Permits

The department receives a new permanent director to oversee its operations.

Key Facts

Susannah Kirby is confirmed as the Director of the Department of Safety and Permits.
The appointment is made in accordance with Section 4-106 of the Home Rule Charter.
The motion was sponsored by Councilmembers Morrell, McCarron, Harris, Green, and Hughes.
The Governmental Affairs Committee recommended the approval of this appointment.

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The motion was officially adopted by the City Council.
The matter was originally introduced on May 21, 2026.
The file number for this motion is TMP-2387.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Director of the Department of Safety and Permits do?

The Director oversees the department responsible for issuing building permits and enforcing city safety and construction codes.

Was this appointment contested?

The document indicates the Governmental Affairs Committee recommended approval and the was adopted, suggesting no formal opposition was recorded in this motion.

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