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Bessemer City Council sets value on city manager role

By DAMIIAN LANG

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BESSEMER — The Bessemer City Council voted Monday evening to offer $70,000 to $90,000 to a successful candidate for city manager.

The offer would be contingent upon the candidate possessing at least five years of municipal government experience and a bachelor’s degree.

According to related statements, the candidate also would receive standard city benefits, including a 2% defined benefit pension; medical, dental and vision insurance; and paid time off.

In other news, the council also approved suggestions submitted by the city’s Planning Commission in rel...