Dorchester Council Appoints Jerry Jones County Manager in 4–1 Vote; Interim Manager Powell Praised
May 14, 2024 | Dorchester County, Maryland
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The Dorchester County Council announced the appointment of Jerry Jones as County Manager effective May 20, 2024. The minutes record the Council’s decision as approved by a 4–1 vote, with Council President George L. Pfeffer, Jr. opposing.
Interim County Manager Jeff Powell said the County "is in better shape than when he started but there is still a lot to accomplish," added that he believes the Council "has chosen the right person for the job," and offered to assist with the transition. Council members, including William V. Nichols and Ricky C. Travers, publicly thanked Powell for his leadership, stewardship of the tax base and role in retaining local jobs.
The appointment takes effect May 20; the minutes do not publish the full motion text or the roll-call names for each vote beyond noting Pfeffer opposed.
Interim County Manager Jeff Powell said the County "is in better shape than when he started but there is still a lot to accomplish," added that he believes the Council "has chosen the right person for the job," and offered to assist with the transition. Council members, including William V. Nichols and Ricky C. Travers, publicly thanked Powell for his leadership, stewardship of the tax base and role in retaining local jobs.
The appointment takes effect May 20; the minutes do not publish the full motion text or the roll-call names for each vote beyond noting Pfeffer opposed.
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