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City of Harbor Springs City Council - March 27, 2026
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Harbor Springs City Council Special Meeting - March 27, 2026 ATTENDEES: City Council members, City Manager candidate Chris Bukowski, approximately 6 in-person audience members, and about 12 participants on Zoom. - The meeting focused on reviewing and approving the employment contract for new City Manager Chris Bukowski. - The contract was confirmed as the final version with minor corrections and is subject to a background check expected to be completed by next Friday. - The council approved the contract by consensus without opposition. - Chris Bukowski expressed excitement about joining Harbor Springs and plans to relocate by June 15 or earlier, pending housing arrangements. - No citizen comments were made during the meeting. Worth watching: - Completion and review of the background check for Chris Bukowski. - Finalization of relocation and onboarding plans for the new City Manager. Upcoming: Monitoring the transition process for the new City Manager leading up to the anticipated start date. Why it matters: The appointment of a new City Manager is a critical step in ensuring effective leadership and management for Harbor Springs' city operations and community development.
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