It was announced last week by Oneonta mayor Richard Miller that Michael Long has been appointed by the common council to be Oneonta’s first city manager.

“Mike Long is a consummate professional,” Miller said. “His areas of particular expertise match well with the specific needs of the Oneonta community today and as we look into the future.”

He added: “We have found an exceedingly well qualified person to be Oneonta’s first city manager. He will not only conduct the affairs of his office based on his experience as a professional, but will apply skills in community and economic development and facility planning, which are particularly important as we move forward.”

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