Portage Picks Texas City Manager | Grand Rapids News

Portage, Michigan, has unanimously chosen Karen Dempsey-Horan—chief admin officer in Texas’s The Woodlands Township for 28 years—as its next city manager. Though contract details remain to be finalized, she could start as early as November 2, 2026. Originally from Ohio, Dempsey-Horan is drawn to Portage’s community vibe and ties to Michigan through her husband’s family and Aquinas College roots. She plans to prioritize employee and community engagement, long-range planning, economic growth, and resident satisfaction. One of four finalists from over 50 applicants, she succeeds retiring Pat McGinnis, with Adam Herringa currently serving as acting manager. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/499c67d415464947