The City of East Point has announced the appointment of Redmond Jones as its new City Manager. Bringing over a quarter-century of experience across both the public and private sectors, Jones arrives with a solid reputation for spearheading policy development and project execution. His work history spans across several key executive roles in notable cities such as Las Vegas, Lee's Summit, Fort Worth, and Iowa City, where his impact has been keenly felt. Most recently, as Deputy City Manager in Iowa City, he has been instrumental in driving urban planning and community development efforts forward.
On his new appointment, Redmond Jones expressed enthusiasm about his latest role in public service. "I am honored and excited to join the East Point community," Jones said, according to a post on the city's official website. He emphasized his commitment to collaborating with the City Council, city employees, and the people of East Point to "turn vision into reality" for the city. Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham shared her optimism on the new hire, underscoring Jones's ability to guide East Point towards further accomplishments.
Redmond Jones's academic credentials include a Master's Degree in Public Administration from the University of Kansas and a Bachelor's Degree in Urban Studies from Cleveland State University. Adding to his impressive resume are key executive programs, which he completed at the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business and Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government. His leadership acumen hasn't gone unnoticed; Jones has been honored with awards like the 2024 ICMA Local Government Service Award and the 2014 Iowa Vision Award for business.
Jones is known for a focus that goes beyond mere administrative duties. His approach takes into account the humane aspects of his role, including labor relations and program implementation, while never losing sight of economic and social development needs. He has also shown a knack for managing development agreements in a manner that promises sustainable growth and enhanced living standards. East Point's announcement welcomes Jones's visionary leadership, looking forward to the positive changes he is expected to bring in his capacity as City Manager.
