Hiram City Manager Resigning After Seven Months

HIRAM, GA — Hiram's city manager has resigned after only seven months on the job, citing differences with the city council.

Barry Atkinson cited several reasons Friday for his departure, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported.

They included the city council's layoff of "seven very capable and well-trained employees" which lead to "an air of uncertainty for the remaining employees" and "significant staffing reductions," the AJC reported.

"My leadership style does not blend well with this elected body," he said, according to the paper.

It was not clear when his resignation becomes effective.

City officials told the paper that Hiram Mayor Teresa Philyaw and the city council will hold a special session at 11 a.m. Sunday in the Public Safety Training Room at city hall, at 217 Main St.

To read the full report in the AJC, click here.

Photo courtesy City of Hiram website.