ANNISTON — The search for Anniston’s next city manager enters a critical stage Wednesday, when candidates will be interviewed at the Anniston City Meeting Center, but the process has already stirred concern among incoming council members.

The position opened earlier this year when longtime city manager Steven Folks retired on April 10. The next day, Folks announced his candidacy for mayor.

The council appointed City Clerk Skyler Bass as interim city manager on April 10 until a permanent replacement could be hired. Bass has been serving in both roles since then.

“I am grateful to even be considered by the council. It is not a decision that I took lightly. I took my time and really thought it through,” Bass said after accepting the interim role. “My goal throughout this thing is just to m

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