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Village of Key Biscayne: Selecting a New Village Manager

Original title: Special Council Meeting January 22, 2018

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What This Bill Does

The Village Council is holding a special meeting to hear presentations from four executive search firms. These firms are competing for a contract to lead the recruitment process for the next Village Manager.

Why it matters

The Village is selecting the firm that will identify the candidates for its top administrative position, which oversees daily operations and a multi-million dollar budget.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Village Council

The Council is responsible for selecting the search firm and ultimately hiring the new Village Manager.

Directly affected

Village Residents

Residents are affected by the leadership and administrative decisions made by the Village Manager.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this meeting?
The purpose is to hear presentations from four executive search firms competing to help the Village find a new Village Manager.
Can I speak at this meeting?
Yes, but you must register with the Village Clerk prior to the item being heard and state your name and address for the record.

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Executive Search Firm Selection

The Village is actively moving forward with the recruitment process for a new Village Manager by vetting four specialized firms.

Connected Entities

Colin Baenziger & Associates, The Mercer Group, Inc., Slavin Management Consultants and 3 more
OrganizationColin Baenziger & Associates“A bidder for the executive search contract.”Map →
OrganizationThe Mercer Group, Inc.“A bidder for the executive search contract.”Map →
OrganizationSlavin Management Consultants“A bidder for the executive search contract.”Map →
OrganizationSpringsted-Waters“A bidder for the executive search contract.”Map →
locationVillage of Key Biscayne“The local government body conducting the search.”Map →
other02h 24m“The total duration of the recorded meeting.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

keybiscayne.granicus.com

Analysis Score

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  • Significance60
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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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  • Buzz20
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