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About the webinar
In light of the early and significant impact that West Coast states faced from COVID-19, city leaders in Washington and California were thrust into a position where they had to rapidly adapt and build solutions to manage the evolving crisis. The unprecedented nature of the pandemic required quick thinking, innovative approaches, and data-driven decision-making to protect public health while maintaining essential services.
As part of our City Leadership webinar series, Zencity co-hosted a city management-focused webinar featuring Bob Harrison, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of Renton, WA, and J.J. Murphy, City Manager of Palmdale, CA. These experienced leaders shared their insights and strategies on navigating the complexities of the pandemic, offering valuable lessons learned during the early stages of the crisis.
Bob and J.J. discussed the impactful decisions they made during the onset of the pandemic, including how they adjusted their approaches in response to rapidly changing circumstances and emerging data. Their experiences highlight the importance of flexibility, resilience, and data-informed leadership in times of uncertainty.
Key Topics
During the webinar, Bob and J.J. delved into their personal experiences with leading a city through a global pandemic, focusing on key topics such as:
 First reactions - how to mobilize your community |
 How to balance budget and move forward in spite of COVID-19 |
Prioritized industries when reopening the economy |
Join us to gain insights from these seasoned city leaders who successfully navigated the early impact of COVID-19 on the West Coast. Their experiences provide valuable guidance for other local government officials, city managers, and public administrators who continue to face the ongoing challenges posed by the pandemic.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Bob Harrison and J.J. Murphy as they share their experiences, lessons learned, and strategies for leading a city through a crisis and beyond. This webinar is an essential resource for anyone involved in city management or crisis response.
Speakers:
Robert Harrison
Chief Administrative Officer
Renton, Washington
