Beaumont Welcomes New City Manager
By Toni Mcallister
Published on May 13, 2026.
Christopher Boatman has been officially sworn in as City Manager in Beaumont, replacing City Manager Elizabeth Gibbs who left on Dec. 1. Following extensive recruitment, Boatman was selected for the permanent position. He has nearly 20 years of public-sector experience, most recently serving as the Assistant City Manager for the City of Redlands. He will oversee all city departments to ensure operations align with City Council priorities and community needs.
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