Special to 1808Delaware
Andrew Beare, Director of Operations for the City of Hilliard, has been appointed Assistant City Manager for the City of Delaware, effective December 16.
Beare brings an impressive background in public administration, with extensive experience in municipal governance, budget management, and interdepartmental collaboration.
In Hilliard, Beare oversees operations related to infrastructure, rights-of-way, facilities, public lands, fleet, and urban forestry management and maintenance. He also manages infrastructure maintenance and equipment acquisitions.
“Andrew has broad experience in local government management and a passion for public service. I am confident he will make a meaningful contribution to our team,” Delaware City Manager Paul Brake said in announcing the appointment.
Beare joined the City of Hilliard in 2020 as the operations administrator and forester. Prior to that, he spent 10 years with the City of Grove City as a service technician and forestry specialist.
Beare and his family recently moved to Delaware, and he is looking forward to serving his hometown community.
“I was drawn to Delaware because of its dedication to upholding the highest standards of public service,” he said. “I am eager to bring my experience and passion for civic leadership to Delaware.”
Beare was selected from a pool of 103 applicants. The assistant city manager is a key member of Delaware’s executive team, partnering with the city manager to oversee the operations of a full-service city with a population of about 45,000.
Beare holds a bachelor’s degree in forestry, fisheries and wildlife from The Ohio State University and a master’s degree in public administration from Franklin University.
Source: City of Delaware
