LEGISLATIVE ACTION ITEM
SPONSOR: Grover C. Robinson, IV, Mayor
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CITY COUNCIL CONSENT TO THE MAYOR’S APPOINTMENT OF STEPHEN RINGL AS DIRECTOR OF INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY
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RECOMMENDATION:
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That City Council consent to the Mayor’s appointment of Stephen Ringl as Director of Innovation and Technology in accordance with City Charter Section 4.01(a)(7).end
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HEARING REQUIRED: No Hearing Required
SUMMARY:
City Charter Section 4.01(a)(7) - Powers and Duties of the Mayor states:
(7) To appoint the head of each department, with the consent of the City Council by an affirmative vote of a majority of City Council Members.
After an extensive search and due diligence conducted by City administrative staff, the Mayor presents for your consideration and consent, Mr. Stephen Ringl as his appointee for the Director of Innovation & Technology.
Mr. Ringl will be charged with developing and implementing a strategic vision in all areas of technology for the city and will facilitate the integration of digital tools and best practices into usable tools for the employees and citizens.
Mr. Ringl attended Pensacola State College, where he achieved a BS in Business and Management, and is currently pursuing his MBA in Information Security from the University of West Florida. Before joining the City of Pensacola, he served as the IT Director for the City of Milton, and prior to public sector, he has a background in field service and managing technical support processes.
PRIOR ACTION:
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FUNDING:
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FINANCIAL IMPACT:
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CITY ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes
10/17/2022
STAFF CONTACT:
Kerrith Fiddler, City Administrator
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Stephen Ringl Resume
PRESENTATION: No end