A group of Salina business leaders are clarifying the intent of a letter they sent to Salina City Commissioners back in January during the search for a new Salina City Manager. The group says “The letter has been characterized as opposition to Jacob Wood becoming City Manager. Here is the full statement from the group:We are several of the business and non-profit leaders who signed the January 15th, 2025 letter to the Salina City Commission regarding the selection of a new City Manager. We stand behind that purpose, respect the Commission’s selection, support Jacob Wood in his role, and support the citizens whose concerns still need to be resolved. Sincerely,The undersigned, each of whom signed the January 15th, 2025 letter to the Salina City Commission