Interim City Manager appointment
Summary
Karie Friling was formally hired as city manager, starting May 29, 2026, ending the interim leadership period.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Mar 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Her compensation terms were set in the approved employment agreement.
City staff and residents seeking stable, permanent leadership.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (8)
Employment contract approved for the next Sarasota city manager
Employment contract approved for the next Sarasota city manager Your Observer
City Commission (Regular) - Mar 23, 2026
Karie Friling was formally hired as city manager, starting May 29, 2026, ending the interim leadership period.
Lengthy search concludes for new Sarasota city manager
Lengthy search concludes for new Sarasota city manager Your Observer
Special City Commission Meeting - City Manager Search - Feb 27, 2026
With David Bullock departing as interim city manager, Jennifer Jorgensen will step in on March 6, 2026, until the new permanent manager is seated.
Wichita’s Troy Anderson not selected for Sarasota city manager role
Wichita’s Troy Anderson not selected for Sarasota city manager role Wichita Eagle
Updated: Karie Friling Named Sarasota City Manager
Updated: Karie Friling Named Sarasota City Manager Sarasota Magazine
Special City Commission Meeting - City Manager Search - Feb 10, 2026
With interim manager Dave Bullock departing March 6 and the new hire not yet under contract, the Commission named Governmental Affairs Director Jennifer Jorgensen as interim city manager to keep the city running.
New city manager may be named by March 2026
New city manager may be named by March 2026 Your Observer
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