City steps up as top assistant takes interim manager role in Grand Blanc

# Grand Blanc Names Interim City Manager While Searching for Permanent Leader

## A Smooth Transition Amidst Leadership Change

The City of Grand Blanc is ensuring continuity in its daily operations despite a recent leadership change. To prevent any disruption, Assistant City Manager **Christina Irwin** will step into an **interim manager position** starting **June 1**, following the resignation of former City Manager **Wendy Jean-Buhrer**.

Jean-Buhrer, who had served in the role for over a decade and had nearly two decades of experience in city finance, announced her departure to take a finance director position in Alaska. In a reflective interview, she shared her annual practice of setting clear city goals each March and advised future leaders to trust their instincts while collaborating closely with council members.

## Compensation and Timeline for Transition

Irwin will receive an additional $1,500 per month on top of her regular salary for her interim role, as confirmed by the mayor. The city is moving swiftly to fill the permanent position, with applications opening on April 2 and remaining open until the end of the month.

City officials plan to establish a special committee by early May to review candidates and finalize the interview process. The goal? To have a new manager in place before August.

How the Selection Process Will Work

Mayor John Creasey outlined the next steps:

The committee will narrow down applicants to a shortlist.
Finalists will be presented to the council for final discussions.
The process is designed for speed without compromising the best fit.

Meanwhile, Irwin will hold the fort in the interim, ensuring city operations remain stable until a permanent replacement is secured.

How the Selection Process Will Work

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