Facing dissent, Maplewood council appoints new city manager
In the face of public criticism and requests to postpone the decision, the Maplewood City Council voted 5-1 to hire Amber Withycombe as the new city manager on Tuesday. Withycombe, who lacks any prior experience in city management, is set to start her new position on Jan. 4. Withycombe’s appointment was met with applause from…