Kenny Haskin City Manager

  Kenny Haskin City Manager His family might have been pushing for the priesthood, but Dr. Ken Haskin found his calling to serve elsewhere—including the court system, the non-profit world and in public service. “Those diverse experiences across the public sector help me understand and tackle the complex challenges facing American cities today,” he says. After graduating high school in Arkansas, he earned a bachelor’s from Henderson State University and a master’s in public administration from Webster University, and now has more than 25 years of experience in public management as a senior-level administrator. Today, he serves as city manager of Cape Girardeau, but he has also served as economic-development director and negotiated with many companies who either located or decided to remain within the city. In addition, he’s focused on staying responsible with the public funds, and recently renegotiated the Public Safety Pension Plan, saving $10 million over the life of the plan. He ...

  Kenny Haskin City Manager His family might have been pushing for the priesthood, but Dr. Ken Haskin found his calling to serve elsewhere—including the court system, the non-profit world and in public service. “Those diverse experiences across the public sector help me understand and tackle the complex challenges facing American cities today,” he says. After graduating high school in Arkansas, he earned a bachelor’s from Henderson State University and a master’s in public administration from Webster University, and now has more than 25 years of experience in public management as a senior-level administrator. Today, he serves as city manager of Cape Girardeau, but he has also served as economic-development director and negotiated with many companies who either located or decided to remain within the city. In addition, he’s focused on staying responsible with the public funds, and recently renegotiated the Public Safety Pension Plan, saving $10 million over the life of the plan. He ...

  Kenneth Haskin His family might have been pushing for the priesthood, but Dr. Ken Haskin found his calling to serve elsewhere—including the court system, the non-profit world and in public service. “Those diverse experiences across the public sector help me understand and tackle the complex challenges facing American cities today,” he says. After graduating high school in Arkansas, he earned a bachelor’s from Henderson State University and a master’s in public administration from Webster University, and now has more than 25 years of experience in public management as a senior-level administrator. Today, he serves as city manager of Cape Girardeau, but he has also served as economic-development director and negotiated with many companies who either located or decided to remain within the city. In addition, he’s focused on staying responsible with the public funds, and recently renegotiated the Public Safety Pension Plan, saving $10 million over the life of the plan. He also balanc...

  In the heart of every thriving city lies a complex network of communities, each with its own distinct identity and shared aspirations. Community building, an essential component of fostering social cohesion and progress, is a multifaceted process that demands effective governance and visionary leadership. Within this context, the role of the city manager becomes pivotal in orchestrating the intricate dance between diverse communities, local authorities, and stakeholders, to create a harmonious and prosperous urban ecosystem.   Kenneth Haskin , the city manager, firmly believes in the power of inclusivity and equitable development, grounding his vision for Cape Girardeau in these principles. He is an advocate for a governance model that promotes engagement and cooperation among residents, local businesses, and institutions, thereby paving the way for a strong, interconnected community. Haskin places high value on open discourse and clear decision-making, ensuring a nurtur...

  At the vibrant core of our modern metropolises, there exists a potent guiding force skillfully conducting the intricate symphony of urban existence. These conductors are our city managers, such as Kenny Haskin, the new city manager of Cape Girardeau, who skillfully navigate through the maze of administrative duties, balancing the delicate equilibrium of urban development and preservation, efficiency and fairness, progression and conservancy. Often operating behind the scenes, the role of city managers like Kenny Haskin, might be eclipsed by more public figures, but their influence on the cities' destiny is indubitable. In fact, the multifaceted tasks they undertake can often be likened to a high-stakes balancing act, where they must demonstrate finesse, foresight, and a keen ability to mediate the diverse interests of a burgeoning population. The enormous responsibility that rests on their shoulders is not for the faint of heart; it requires mastery of their field, a deep underst...

  Kenneth Haskin

  Kenny Haskin City Manager