During an Oct. 16 special session, Liberty Hill City Council voted unanimously to appoint Thomas Hunter as the new city manager. Hunter will officially begin his new role on Nov. 17, according to a news release from the city.
The background
The search for a new city manager has been ongoing since July 24, when former city manager Paul Brandenburg resigned. Brandenburg had been in the position since 2022.
The details
Hunter has more than two decades of experience in municipal leadership. Most recently, he served as the assistant city manager for the City of Pflugerville, and has held positions in different departments, including public works, utilities, emergency management and economic development.
Hunter holds a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Policy from Western Washington University and will graduate this fall with a Master of Public Administration from The University of Texas at Arlington.
Quote of Note
“Thomas brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success in city management,” Liberty Hill Mayor Crystal Mancilla said in the release. “His leadership style, dedication to community service, and deep understanding of the challenges facing growing Texas cities make him the perfect fit to guide Liberty Hill through its next chapter.”
