UPDATE: A new interim city manager has been appointed in Collegedale.

Andrew Morkert has been appointed as interim city manager for Collegedale while the city commission searches for a permanent replacement.

Morkert will replace Michelle Toro as interim city manager.

Toro assumed the role on an interim basis following the resignation of Wayon Hines on September 2, which Mayor Marty Lloyd said was a surprise.

"We encourage all citizens to stay engaged and follow the work of the Collegedale City Commission as they move forward in selecting a new city leader,” the city said on Tuesday in a Facebook announcement. "Commission meetings are held on the first and third Monday of each month, with Commission Workshops held on the fourth Monday of each month."

Morkert previously served as the

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