The Morro Bay City Council is looking for feedback on the qualities residents would like to see in the next city manager.

The search for a new city manager began in July after the city parted ways with its former city manager, Yvonne Kimball, who was in the position for two years.

Experience running a city and knowing the area were among the things some people said they hoped to see in the city’s next leader.

“I want somebody who is invested in the community. Someone who knows the community, who is not just brought in from outside. It’s great if they are personable and a great communicator,” said Betsy Gaudette-Cross, Morro Bay resident.

“I would like to see somebody who has some experience managing a city, somebody who is familiar with the area, knows the needs of the city,” said Jaim

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