The City of Manhattan announced Friday that the City Commission will vote this Tuesday to appoint Danielle Dulin to serve as Manhattan’s newest City Manager.
A contract will also be considered by the City Commission during the August 6th meeting, and Dulin has an anticipated start date of Monday, October 14.
Dulin was selected after a nationwide search conducted by Strategic Government Resources that produced a field of 50 candidates and then four finalists who visited Manhattan.
“I am honored to be selected as the next City Manager for Manhattan,” Dulin said.
Dulin has more than 10 years of municipal leadership experience in the greater Kansas City area, including her current role as City Manager of Warrensburg, Missouri.
Prior to Warrensburg, she served as Assistant to the City Manager for the cities of Lenexa, Prairie Village, and Mission Hills.
She earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Kansas State University and a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Kansas.
“I am excited to bring my passion for local government and commitment to improving the quality of life for all residents in Manhattan. I look forward to working with the City Commission, the City team, and our community partners to build on our success and secure our future. Additionally, we are thrilled to be moving back to the Sunflower State to be closer to our families.”
Jason Hilgers served as the Deputy City Manager since April, following the retirement of Ron Fehr after 24 years as City Manager of Manhattan.
