Alexandria officials on Wednesday named Bruce Johnson, the city’s chief financial officer, as the acting city manager.
The city is conducting a national search to replace retiring City Manager James Hartmann, whose last day is May 6. Johnson is not a candidate to become the permanent city manager, officials said.
The City Council’s goal is to hire a permanent replacement for Hartmann by the end of September.
“We are confident in Bruce’s leadership,” said Mayor Bill Euille. “His excellent management and financial skills helped the city keep its strong financial footing during the good times, guided us through recent economic challenges, and has helped us to realize our current budget, which contains no shortfalls for the first time since 2008.”
A resident of Alexandria for three decades, Johnson has worked for the city in various positions since 2003.
“We will build on the improvements that Jim initiated during his time here, and provide a smooth transition to a new city manager when council finishes making its choice,” Johnson said.
