Former Gainesville city manager Cynthia Curry named a finalist for Palatka city manager

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Months after leaving her role as city manager of Gainesville, Cynthia Curry is now in the running to become the interim city manager of Palatka.

Palatka city officials confirmed to TV20 that Curry applied and interviewed for the position. She was identified as a finalist; however, the selection process is ongoing, and a final decision has not been made.

The salary range for the city manager position is between about $122,000 and $196,000.

Curry left the Gainesville city manager position in November 2025 after serving 4 years in the position. Curry was replaced by Andrew Persons.

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