City of Hutchinson, Kansas
Karla Pierce is an experienced professional in the field of environmental services and public works, currently serving as the Assistant Director of Public Works for the City of Hutchinson, Kansas since February 2024. Prior to this role, Karla held the position of Environmental Program Manager for the Water Section at the Missouri Department of Natural Resources from March 2022 to February 2024. Karla's extensive background includes serving as Wastewater Treatment Superintendent at Johnson County Wastewater District and Environmental Services Manager for the City of Independence. Karla began their career at the City of Hutchinson, where roles included Water Quality Coordinator and WW Chemist. Additionally, Karla worked as a Chemist/Lab Supervisor at Jacam Chemicals. Karla holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology with an emphasis on Chemistry and Geology from Wichita State University, obtained between 2000 and 2005.
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City of Hutchinson, Kansas
Hutchinson is a city of the first class with a council-manager form of government. The city council consists of five members. For purposes of representation in the council, the city is divided into four districts with one council member elected to a four-year term from each district. The fifth council member is elected at-large to a two-year term. Every year, the council selects one member to serve as mayor and another as vice-mayor. Council members are term limited and may not serve for more than one partial term plus two consecutive four-year terms. The council sets policy for the city and oversees the city manager who executes those policies. Hired by the council, the city manager serves as the city's chief administrative officer, administers the city budget, and conducts daily city business. Council meetings occur on the first and third Tuesday of each month, broadcast live on local cable channel 7 as well as streamed on the city's YouTube channel.