Basehor hires new city administrator

The Basehor City Council and mayor have hired a new city administrator.

Leslee Rivarola’s appointment to the position was approved Wednesday during a Basehor City Council meeting. She is scheduled to begin her duties as the new city administrator Feb. 4.

Rivarola, 37, said she has an extensive background in public service.

“I just love serving the public, and I really believe in the work that we do,” she said.

She currently serves as the city administrator of Lake Lotawana, Missouri. She has been in this job for about four years.

She has held other positions in the public service field including code enforcement officer and public works director.

Rivarola also has worked as a consultant to assist small municipalities.

The Basehor City Council began searching for a new city administrator after Lloyd Martley Jr. retired from the position in June.

(Read more: Leavenworth Times)