The Birmingham Times
In any year, the deaths of great musicians, Hall of Fame athletes, elected officials, Civil Rights leaders, and others in the public arena are notable. But in 2020 one of the most bizarre years in history and certainly in recent memory those losses seem to take on even more significance. Added to a year of devastating pandemic, civil unrest, and political turmoil were the losses of individuals, young and old, who’ve had a meaningful impact on our lives. Some were well-known, others were not so well-known but they all will be missed. Here’s a list of notable deaths in 2020.
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The three remaining applicants were specifically asked to address their experience implementing strategic plans, economic development efforts and thoughts on public safety. As City Manager John Pedersen enters retirement, the city itself has a variety of plans to improve its downtown area to make it more economically viable and attract younger residents.Â
With a lot of money already spent on these plans, the new city managerâs ability to work with the city council to achieve the written goals will be paramount while selecting the best candidate for the job.Â