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City of Duluth Communications Office
Mayor Roger J. Reinert
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DATE: 4/27/2012
SUBJECT: Keith Hamre selected as Director of City’s Planning and Construction Services
BY: Pakou Ly, Public Information Coordinator
SUBJECT: Keith Hamre selected as Director of City’s Planning and Construction Services
BY: Pakou Ly, Public Information Coordinator
Keith Hamre selected as Director of City’s Planning and Construction Services
[Duluth, MN] – The City of Duluth has announced that Keith Hamre has been selected as the new Director of Planning and Construction Services. Mr. Hamre will oversee the building and construction permit services, planning and land use, and community development and revitalization efforts for Duluth’s neighborhoods.
Mr. Hamre has worked for the City of Duluth for 15 years managing 15 staff in the Community Development Division and filling in as interim manager for the Planning Division when called upon. Hamre brings to the job a lengthy career in land use planning, community revitalization, management of Community Development Block Grant and Housing and Urban Development funds and has extensive experience building relationships with community organizations and constituents.
“Keith is well respected within City Hall and in the community. We are thrilled to have his expertise, credibility and leadership as we look at news ways to improve service to our customers and fully implement our new One-Stop Shop for Planning and Construction Services,” said Mayor Don Ness.
In addition to his planning experience, Hamre has also held management positions at the Arrowhead Regional Development Commission. Hamre is a member of the American Planning Association, the National Community Development Association, and is a Certified HOME Program Specialist.
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