The Brooksville City Council held a special meeting on March 29, 2025, focusing on key leadership updates and operational strategies within the city government. The meeting began with a presentation from a candidate for the assistant city manager position, who shared insights from over 20 years of experience in city government, particularly in Pinellas Park.

The candidate emphasized a hands-on leadership approach, highlighting the importance of collaboration and teamwork among city departments. They detailed their experience managing multimillion-dollar pension plans and budgets, as well as leading risk management strategies and negotiations with various unions, including the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

The discussion also covered the candidate's successful implementation of a citywide Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and an internal communications platform, which are aimed at improving city operations. The candidate stressed the significance of being present and listening to frontline staff, advocating for a culture of accountability and shared success within the organization.

The meeting concluded with the council members expressing their appreciation for the candidate's insights and experience. They acknowledged the importance of strong leadership in fostering a collaborative environment and enhancing city operations. The council plans to further evaluate the candidate's qualifications in upcoming sessions, with the goal of making a decision that will benefit the city's future.