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Flagler Beach Chooses William Whitson, Veteran of Municipal Leadership, as Its Next City Manager

February 17, 2021 | FlaglerLive | 5 Comments

William Whitson during his interview with the Flagler Beach City Commission this evening. (© FlaglerLive)

Whitson’s style and personality, if not his career path and sense of humor, could often evoke that of the late Larry Newsom, and may have played a strong role in the decision of a commission that had grown to depend on Newsom’s command of local and state issues.

In Flagler Beach, the Two Finalists for City Manager Are a Contrast of Experience and Personalities

February 11, 2021 | FlaglerLive | 6 Comments

Dru Driscoll, left, and William Whitson, seen here during their Zoom interviews with the Flagler Beach City Commission, are the finalists for the city manager's job. (© FlaglerLive via YouTube)

William Whitson has managed four cities and was assistant manager of Port orange for eight years, Dru Driscoll has worked 22 years in Daytona Beach, the last few as deputy city manager and fire chief. They are seeking to replace the late Larry Newsom, who died in August.

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