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Norcross brings new city manager on board immediately as consultant
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Hayden Sumlin , as published by Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods)
· August 26, 2026
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Key points The appointment was made during a special meeting held before a policy work session on August 24. A new city manager has been appointed, with Cheri Hobson-Matthews set to take the role effective September 11.
A new city manager has been appointed, with Cheri Hobson-Matthews set to take the role effective September 11. Hobson-Matthews, formerly the manager of Henry County, will be replacing outgoing City Manager Eric Johnson. Johnson, who has led the government for six years, is semi-retiring to Florida.
The appointment was made during a special meeting held before a policy work session on August 24. Johnson congratulated Hobson-Matthews on her new role, expressing his confidence that she will enjoy her new position.
Further details on the city's transition phase and Hobson-Matthews' background are available from the source. The city had spent the last three months working on the transition, which is now underway with Hobson-Matthews on board as a consultant.
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Category: government Published: August 26, 2026 Source: Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods) Reading time: 1 min
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