Dohoney on his management style

During questioning by council member Chris Bortz, Dohoney explained how his management approach would be in Cincinnati:

"I have not been a sit-back guy. Once I'm clear on a direction, I'm going. I'm a hands-on guy, and I'll be engaging to the public. You're hiring a person to be involved in community leadership, not simply making sure we fill whatever pot hole we have to fill by 5 o'clock."

"I will encourage us to, within reason, be risk takers. Things don't just happen in a city, you've got to make them happen. I will chart a course and then try to win support for it."

Council member Laketa Cole asked how he would feel if hired by a split vote of council: "Given the way this has unfolded, it's apparent there are some issues as it relates to the process. I've not heard any issues with my skills or my integrity. I will be a trusted professional and conduct myself with integrity. Any issues about the process or what the charter says or doesn't say, those are not my issues."