Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam announced on Monday the composition of her leadership team. It includes 11 individuals who have previously served the city in an official capacity.
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“The critical nature of the city’s work requires a forward-thinking team capable of responding to citizens and the needs of the city in efficient and innovative ways,” Mayor Finkam said. “This team will be mission-focused on creating a stronger Carmel.”
- Jim Crider: Chief of Staff (previously Director of Administration)*
- Ann Bingman: Controller*
- Rebecca Carl: Director, Marketing & Community Relations
- John Duffy: Director, Carmel Utilities*
- David Haboush: Chief, Carmel Fire Department*
- Lisa Hartz: Director, Human Resources*
- Matt Higginbotham: Commissioner, Street Department*
- Bob Higgins: General Manager, Brookshire Golf Course*
- Mike Hollibaugh: Director, Community Services*
- Jeremy Kashman: City Engineer, Engineering Department*
- Benjamin Legge: Corporation Counsel (interim)
- Henry Mestetsky: Director, Redevelopment*
- Timothy Renick: Director, Information and Communications Systems*
*Indicates a returning leader
Additional appointments, including a chief of police to succeed retiring Chief Jim Barlow, chief financial officer, corporation counsel and executive director of economic development will be made in the coming weeks.