More Money Available to Land New DWSD Director

More than 9 months after starting the search process for a new DWSD Director, the Detroit City Council today approved Mayor Bing's request to increase the salary range for a new Director to a maximum of $250,000 from the previous $156,000. 

It appears that the City is looking at national candidates rather than promoting someone like Deputy Director Darryl Latimer for the Director position. If you believe that $250,000 is too much to pay a new Director, please check out the job description (here).  DWSD is one of the largest water utilities in the United States. The Director plays a huge role in the successful operation of the Department. 

Update:  The Detroit Free Press reports (here) that  the amount approved was $256,000.   

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