Harris succeeds Julie Worster, who recently retired after more than 28 years of service.
City secretary is a position appointed by Lewisville City Council. Council voted to appoint Harris during the June 19 meeting.
“I want to thank [Lewisville Mayor TJ Gilmore] and City Council for selecting me as their next city secretary,” Harris said in a news release. “I am humbled by the confidence placed in me joining the Lewisville team and being able to play a role in the Lewisville 2025 vision. I look forward to partnering with the council, fellow team members and citizens to achieve the city’s vision and strategic objectives.”
Harris has more than 15 years of experience in city government. The Houston native served as Sugar Land’s city secretary for four years prior to coming to Lewisville and also worked for the city of Lubbock.
Harris holds a bachelor’s degree in management information systems from Texas A&M University. He also holds a Texas registered municipal clerk certification from the University of North Texas.
"I am delighted to welcome Thomas Harris III to Lewisville as our new city secretary,” Gilmore said in a news release. “Thomas has a proven track record of success in managing complex administrative tasks and is an excellent communicator and collaborator. I am confident he will be able to work effectively with our council, staff, and residents to ensure that our city runs smoothly and efficiently."
