ITHACA, N.Y. (WHCU) — Who will be Ithaca’s first city manager?

In November, voters overwhelmingly approved a referendum that will change the structure of government in Ithaca. Instead of the current Mayor-Common Council style, a city manager will lead day-to-day operations and report to the Common Council. The mayor would then have a vote during Common Coucil meetings.

Mayor Laura Lewis tells WHCU the process is now in the early stage.

The mayor expects the city manager position will begin next January.

FULL INTERVIEW: Mayor Lewis on Ithaca’s Morning News