SAN ANTONIO — Assistant City Manager Colleen Bridger, who was appointed to the position last summer, said she intends to resign from the City of San Antonio to launch a private local consulting business.
Bridger told KENS 5 her resignation is effective July 17, exactly a year and a day after she took over the position, adding that she will work on the city's Recovery and Resilience Plan until that time.
Bridger cited her decision to a desire "for a professional change."
“I have greatly appreciated the opportunity to apply a public health lens to many of the broader issues we’re facing as a community," said Bridger, who previously was the director of the Metropolitan Health District. "That will continue to be my focus going forward.”
City Manager Erik Walsh called Bridger a "valued member" to the city's team of top local officials.
"She has shown extraordinary leadership during this public health crisis,” Walsh said. “While I am sorry to see her go, I fully support her and her decision to pursue other exciting opportunities. For now, though, she remains a critical part of the city’s efforts, and her job responsibilities will not change.”
This is a developing story. Check back with KENS5.com for updates.
