Commission begins City Manager search, Kitchens to serve as Interim City Manager

The Leavenworth City Commission has selected Police Chief Patrick Kitchens to serve as Interim City Manager, effective 5 p.m. April 26, during the search for a permanent replacement.

The City issued requests for proposals for an executive search firm to help in the nationwide search.

Current City Manager Paul Kramer departed the City of Leavenworth at the end of April to take the City Manager position in Shawnee, Kansas.

In naming Kitchens, the Leavenworth City Commission commented on his 33 years of service with the City of Leavenworth, his experience in the community and exceptional leadership skills.

The City Manager works directly for the elected City Commission and is responsible for implementing all policies set by the City Commission and the day-to-day operations of all City departments.

Kitchens will continue as Police Chief and will not be a candidate for the permanent replacement.