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City Manager’s Reorganization Sparks Fear | Wilmington News
City Manager Becky Hawke’s bold overhaul since June 2025 has sent shockwaves through city hall—reshuffling departments, firing high-profile staff, and sparking fear and uncertainty among longtime employees. While Hawke insists the moves are about modernizing operations and boosting efficiency, many staff feel betrayed, saying the focus has shifted from public service to self-preservation. Despite pay raises for key roles, morale remains low, and calls for transparency and stability grow louder. Hawke says she’s open to course corrections—but for now, the city is in a state of tension, with…
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