JEFFERSON COUNTY, FL (WTXL) \u2014 Monticello’s new city manager, Marcus Collins, is making the city’s finances his first priority as he works to move the community forward. <\/p>\n
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Monticello’s new city manager hits the ground running with a focus on fixing the city’s budget first<\/p>\n
Marcus Collins officially began his role on Aug. 24 after the city council unanimously selected him for the position.<\/p>\n
He brings 40 years of government experience to Monticello, including a background in city management, utilities, infrastructure and urban planning.<\/p>\n
Collins says he began reviewing the budget right away, saying an accurate, balanced budget is essential to addressing the city’s needs now while preparing for its future.<\/p>\n
“I’m excited they all voted for me. That was a pleasant surprise. I come here with a couple of master’s degrees and a utility background as well as I’m a contractor. And I’m here to fix the city of Monticello and take it into the future,” Collins said.<\/p>\n
Collins also outlined additional priorities, including completing upcoming utility projects and modernizing the city’s comprehensive plan and future land-use maps.<\/p>\n
“We’re excited. This is our first meeting. A lot of the priorities are going to be revolving around making sure the budgets are actually correct, and we have a true balanced budget for the city of Monticello.”<\/p>\n
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