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Reference Notes
Courtney Barker
TAB 4
Ms. Barker has handled both large group presentations and smaller meetings. She consistently
works very well with the public in any setting. She is a leader who motivates employees and
provides options to them which others might not have considered. She demonstrates leadership
qualities in meetings. She asks for input from others and actually considers their points of view.
She is very knowledgeable about successful and unsuccessful practices. Ms. Barker always
responds using very sound judgment.
Ms. Barker handles controversial situations very logically. She reviews the facts and explains
the parameters in very simple terms. She never becomes angry or emotional and is always matter
of fact. Ms. Woolsey is not aware of any controversial or embarrassing situations related to Ms.
Barker. Ms. Woolsey would hire Ms. Barker. She will be a good local government CEO.
Words or phrases used to describe Courtney Barker:
Organized,
Motivated,
Intentional,
Professional,
Very pleasant, and
Direct.
Strengths: Very confident and never appears nervous; usually knows the answers but is
quick to research and respond if she does not; and reliable.
Weaknesses: None identified.
Mark Ryan – City Manager, City of Titusville, FL 321-383-5802
Mr. Ryan has had the privilege of working with Ms. Barker since 2006. Ms. Barker is extremely
knowledgeable in terms of planning and growth management. She is very loyal to her employer.
Ms. Barker’s job performance is excellent, even when completing tasks which do not involve
planning. The City is currently in a dispute with the local School Board. Mr. Ryan has asked
Ms. Barker to represent him at various School Board meetings.
Ms. Barker is exceptionally talented at hiring the right candidate for the job. Her decisions have
been good for the City. She is a change agent. She used innovation when she handled an NSP
(Neighborhood Stabilization Program) grant project to tear down a blighted, crime ridden
apartment building and construct nice new homes funded by various housing organizations.
Ms. Barker meets with Mr. Ryan almost daily and keeps him well informed. She behaves
phenomenally well when meeting with the public in a group setting. The City has received no
complaints about how she conducts herself during individual interactions with constituents.
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