Tag: Chris Lane

The City of Homewood is poised to hire its first permanent city manager, taking the first step by approving a resolution offering the position to Acting City Manager Cale Smith.

With felony arson, homeless encampments, recent arrests and Black Lives Matter protests escalating into disruptions of roadways and businesses, public safety is taking center stage in the runoff election for Homewood City Council Ward 3.

The rise of homelessness in Homewood has become a significant topic during the 2025 municipal election, with multiple candidates discussing it at forums and events.

Residents of Homewood elected progressive candidates in three out of four city council positions in Tuesday’s election, but one ward, Ward 3, is heading to a runoff between John Manzelli and Chris Lane.

Three candidates have announced their candidacy for Homewood City Council Ward 3, with Chris Lane, Keith Young, and John Manzelli vying for the newly redrawn seat.