Richmond Council Begins City Manager Search, No Decisions Yet
City Council • RichmondAugust 26, 2026
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The Richmond City Council convened a special session Aug. 26 focused entirely on the city's top leadership position — hearing public comment before going behind closed doors to discuss the performance of City Manager Shasa Curl, the recruitment of her permanent replacement, and who should serve as interim. The city attorney reported no final decisions were made.
Council launches simultaneous tracks for interim and permanent city manager hiring
Sole public speaker calls City Manager Curl a "fearless leader," urges council to recognize her work
Bob Murray and Associates, approved two weeks ago, positioned to lead permanent search
Why it matters: Richmond's city manager oversees all municipal operations, and the council is now managing three intertwined personnel decisions at once — evaluating the sitting city manager, selecting an interim, and launching a national recruitment. The outcome will determine who runs the city's day-to-day government for years to come.
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