Cathy St. George has been appointed Assistant City Manager and Director of Community Engagement for the City of Galesburg. St. George brings more than a decade of experience in city administration, along with advanced degrees in political science and business. St. George will focus on advancing the city’s 2024 strategic plan, specifically by developing and implementing a comprehensive communications and engagement strategy across all departments. In her new role, she aims to strengthen connections between city staff and residents, foster transparency, and support operational effectiveness. St. George expressed gratitude for the opportunity and a commitment to the city’s long-term success. This move highlights the City’s commitment to leveraging existing talent to drive high-priority initiatives and foster lasting civic engagement.
“Cathy is the ideal candidate to fill this position, bringing a unique combination of experience and expertise in both municipal management and communications,” said City Manager Eric Hanson. “She’s consistently demonstrated exceptional commitment and skill, steadily advancing through promotions to this pivotal leadership position.”
“I’m honored to be selected for this leadership position and grateful for the opportunity to continue to grow within an organization and community with immense potential,” said Cathy St. George. “I look forward to continuing to work alongside our dedicated team to strengthen our engagement with the community and foster practices that position the City for long-term success.”
