The Dalles City Council approved a reorganization of the City’s Community Development Department to create a new Economic Development Officer position and move General Services from the City Manager’s supervision to the department. New City Manager Matthew Klebes made the proposal to the Council, looking to strengthen municipal economic development efforts distinct from planning duties. Klebes said the intent of moving General Services to the Community Development Department is an attempt to improve the focus and resources associated with maintenance needs for all City facilities and the public infrastructure associated with community development efforts. The City is currently in the midst of searching for a new Community Development Director. The City Council voted unanimously to approve the restructure.