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Kalamazoo picks Malcolm Hankins from Iowa as new city manager, replacing James Ritsema, starting November 18.
The Kalamazoo City Commission has selected Malcolm Hankins, assistant city manager in Des Moines, Iowa, as its next city manager, replacing retiring leader James Ritsema.
The 6-1 vote followed a four-month national search, with Hankins chosen over internal candidate Laura Lam and Elle Cole.
Commissioners cited his experience in equity-focused governance and community engagement, though Lam was praised for her deep local knowledge.
Hankins, who brings over 35 years of public service experience from multiple states, will begin negotiations and take over on November 18.
The decision marks a shift toward external leadership as Kalamazoo prepares for future development and infrastructure projects.
Kalamazoo escoge a Malcolm Hankins de Iowa como nuevo gerente de la ciudad, reemplazando a James Ritsema, a partir del 18 de noviembre.