Atchison City Manager Mark Westhoff/Credit: City of Atchison

(KAIR)--A City of Atchison social media post intended to recognize the City's Streets Maintenance Department during Public Works Appreciation Month sparked criticism, and City Manager Mark Westhoff is now inviting residents to bring concerns directly to him.

In a response posted to the City's official Facebook page Tuesday night, Westhoff said he was disheartened by comments made under the message of recognition posted earlier that afternoon. Westhoff, in his response, thanked the streets crew and other city employees for their daily work and professionalism.

Westhoff said concerns about employee performance should be directed to him or other city leadership, rather than aired on social media.

He also invited residents with broader questions and concerns about city services, strategies, priorities, and the city budget to set up a one-on-one meeting with him by phone or in person using an online scheduling link shared in the post and found here.