Edit: Change Hurts … And Helps

Jon Ingalls’ announced retirement a month from now further sets the stage for significant change in Coeur d’Alene city management. By giving up his position as deputy city administrator, Ingalls is leaving a significant leadership void and a six-figure pile of cash on the table. Much has been made of Coeur d’Alene’s pay scale, and you’ll read even more about it in the months ahead. Three fresh new faces are joining the City Council in January, and all have indicated a willingness to explore the pros and cons of that scale and the actual work that goes with specific jobs/ Coeur d’Alene Press Editorial Board . More here.

Question: Are you worried that the future leadership team of the city of Coeur d’Alene won’t measure up to the recently retired group?