Until his recent retirement as Acworth City Manager in July, Brian Bulthuis, age 57, served the city of Acworth, GA (estimated population of 24,000) for 25 years.

In an interview with the Marietta Daily, a Georgia news publication, concerning his retirement, Bulthuis said he was still trying to figure out how to best spend his newfound free time. “It’s kind of the strangest thing not being tied to a calendar’, he said. He reflected that he looked forward to putting his feet up and continuing to watch the city grow.

Guess the free time proved too much for the retiree.

Before moving to Acworth, GA, Brian served as City Manager for the City of Mount Morris, MI from 1990 – 1996. and Administrative Assistant to the City Manager/City Clerk, for the City of Whitehall, Michigan from 1987-1990.

Bulthuis holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Western Michigan University and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Western Michigan University.

Bulthuis will begin his role as Clermont City Manager by December. Let’s give the new Clermont City Manager a BIG Clermont welcome.

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During his seven years as city manager, Gray has led numerous initiatives, including the city’s rebranding from “Gem of the Hills” to “Choice of Champions”; the successful acquisition and opening of one of Central Florida’s largest performing arts center; development of Lake Minneola Preserve, a 220-acre passive park; a million-dollar boathouse and splash park. Gray is currently overseeing the multi-million-dollar master plan that serves as a blueprint for the city which spotlights Victory Pointe stormwater filtration system as the signature project of the Master Plan.

The sponsor for the morning breakfast was The Clermont Performing Arts Center. Scott Davidoff, Clermont Director of Parks and Recreation announced this year’s season of entertainment, song, and comedy, themed: Impressions in Time.  This is a season you don’t want to miss!  See 2019-2020 lineup.

The first Ray Goodgame Outstanding Student Leader Award was given to Zayna JeBailey of Montverde Academy. See Ray Goodgame-Award Dedication for details.

Kalena Meyers, SLCC Board Chair, thanked all who brought supplies and financial contributions to the breakfast. The South Lake Pain Institute will be flying supplies to the islands in the Bahamas devastated by Hurricane Dorian.

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