Firm approved for Sidney city manager search

The search is on for a new Sidney city manager.

On Tuesday, city councilors approved a proposal from Texas-based J.D. Gray Group, an executive recruitment firm, to help lead the search.

At a cost of $27,500, J.D. Gray will consult with stakeholders to determine what qualities are desired in a new city manager, conduct a national recruitment effort and screen perspective candidates.

According to the agreement, the firm will present a minimum of four individuals to the city council – which will make a final hiring decision.

Mayor Mark Nienhueser said the process would take 16-18 weeks – until mi...