City officials in Coral Springs have announced the appointment of Catherine Givens as the new City Manager, marking a significant milestone as she becomes the first woman to hold this position in the city's history. The decision was made following a unanimous vote by the Coral Springs City Commission yesterday, during a public meeting. Givens, who has been serving as the Deputy City Manager, is set to step into her new role with immediate effect.
According to the City of Coral Springs' announcement, Givens will soon begin working with outgoing City Manager Frank Babinec, who retires on January 6, 2025, after 31 years in public service, including five years as city manager. The City Commission is confident in Givens's ability to manage city operations and has indicated that she will collaborate with Babinec until his retirement to maintain continuity in the city's operations.
In her new role, Givens will enforce laws and ordinances and oversee all city departments. As the administrative head of the government, she will work under the City Commission's supervision. Her responsibilities include reporting to City Commission meetings and recommending any necessary measures for adoption.
Details about Catherine Givens's professional background and her achievements that led to her latest appointment are available on the City of Coral Springs' website.
