Hartford Mayor Pedro E. Segarra has made several new staff appointments, including plucking Julio Molleda from the city school system to be the city’s new chief financial officer.
In addition, Jose Sanchez will be the new director of management and budget; John Phillips, the new city assessor; and Wayne Benjamin, economic development director.
“These four individuals bring a unique set of skills to their respective jobs and demonstrate my desire to strike a balance between providing new challenges and opportunities for current city employees and seeking the best, most talented individuals that will continue to move this City forward,” Segarra said in a statement.
Molleda has most recently served as acting management and budget director and previously was finance chief for the Hartford Public Library. His appointment awaits council approval.
Effective July 1, Sanchez will replace Molleda as the leader of the management and budget team. Currently, he is the controller for Hartford Public Schools. Â
Benjamin has served as acting economic development director since the departure a year ago of Mark McGovern, who is now CEO of the Hartford Parking Authority.
As of this coming Monday, Phillips trades Assessor hats with the towns of Groton and Durham to come to the city. He replaces Larry LaBarbera, who is retiring June 30.Â
“Larry is universally praised for his knowledge and exceptional skills,” Segarra said. “His years of service have truly benefitted the City and its residents and we wish him well in his future endeavors.”
