Tybee City Council Nears Decision on New City Manager

Tybee City Council Closes In on New City Manager

The search for a new City Manager for Tybee Island, that has spanned nearly a year, is reaching its final stages. The Tybee City Council is set to vote on the agreement terms with the chosen candidate, Bret Bell, as per information from the recent council meeting.

Sessions to Finalize Contract

Bret Bell, presently employed with the City of Savannah Public Affairs Office, has emerged as the select candidate. The terms of the agreement propose that Bell will commence his tenure from September 3rd and will receive a yearly salary of $165,000. The provision for merit-based increments on an annual basis is also included in the contract.

The council meeting to vote on Bell’s contract is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.

Successor to Interim City Manager

Bell was selected over two other participants. One of the participants included Michelle Owens. Owens has been embodying the role of Interim City Manager since last September following the resignation of former City Manager Shawn Gillen.