Spencer, IA (KICD)– The City of Spencer has a new Planning Director but he is not exactly a stranger to City Hall.

Adam Severson officially began his new role on Monday after having worked as the Building Services Official since last June. Before joining the City of Spencer Severson says he spent a majority of his life in South Dakota.

Serverson tells KICD News he is excited to continue working with the Spencer team in his new position.

Serverson replaces Alek Schulz who left the job earlier this summer after serving for about two years.