Back to basics: Grand Junction city manager zeros in on core services
Brandon Leuallen | The Business Times
Mike Bennett reflects on his first 8 months as GJ’s city manager and what he hopes to accomplish.
When Mike Bennett became Grand Junction’s city manager after coming over from the same position in Fruita in December 2024, he stepped into the role with a clear focus: Build a healthy organization from the inside out.
At the time, the city was in the midst of multiple controversial projects and heading into a spring election that would bring significant change to the city council, which resulted in three new members and one re-elected member who became mayor.
As Bennet settled into his role, and now eight months in, he has directed his energy toward the future, guided by a long-term mindset rooted in sound decision-making, efficiency and buil...