27-05-2025
Springfield City Council to vote on hiring David Cameron as city manager
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A special City Council meeting has been called for Tuesday morning to discuss and vote on the hiring of David Cameron as Springfield's new city manager.
Council Bill 2025-115 would allow the city to agree to employ Cameron for the city of Springfield at a salary of $350,000 if passed during this special meeting.
The meeting will occur at 11:30 a.m. at the Busch Municipal Building.
David Cameron selected as new Springfield city manager
Last week, local residents commented during the first reading of the bill to hire Cameron, who was previously the city manager for Republic.
One speaker voiced concerns over Cameron's leadership style and expierence, and Councilman Hosmer criticized the decision to fast-track the vote for the bill to today instead of waiting the normal two weeks. Others, such as the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce president and various city council members, have voiced support for Cameron.
If hired, Cameron wil begin his duties on July 7.
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