Lisa Wheeler-Bowman, Kenny Irby named to leadership roles in St. Pete Office of Equity

St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch has named former St. Pete City Council member Lisa Wheeler-Bowman and the Rev. Kenny Irby to key roles in the city’s Office of Equity. Both hires will serve in positions meant to bolster safe neighborhoods throughout the city.

Irby will serve as the city’s new Faith and Community Justice Liaison, while Wheeler-Bowman will start as the Community Impact and Safety Liaison.

In her role, Wheeler-Bowman will spearhead initiatives to support at-risk youth and create a safer city.

Irby will work to strengthen engagement with the faith community by increasing awareness of city services and programs.

– Janelle Irwin, Florida Politics