City Manager Jacob Wood has appointed Patrick Hoffman as the new City Attorney.
Mr. Hoffman is a Salina resident and brings over 15 years of municipal law experience to the City of Salina. He served as County Counselor for Reno and Barton Counties, and as City Attorney for Ellsworth and Lyons. He received a bachelor’s degree in Personal Financial Planning from Texas Tech University prior to earning a Juris Doctor from Texas Tech University School of Law. He and his wife, Gin, are active members of the Salina community, where their three children attend Salina Public Schools. Mr. Hoffman is currently serving as the Theatre Salina Board of Directors President.
City Manager Wood states, "Patrick’s experience in municipal law and his passion for this community will help us continue to advance Salina. We are looking forward to him joining our leadership team.”
Mr. Hoffman is the first City Attorney to be an employee of the City of Salina. Greg Bengtson with Clark, Mize, & Linville, has served as City Attorney since 1986. Mr. Hoffman will begin the role in January 2026.