Conroe City Council voted Jan. 8 to promote interim City Secretary Sami Quinlan to the permanent city secretary role.

What they’re saying

“I’m certainly proud tonight to offer Miss Sami Quinlan,” Mayor Duke Coon said, calling Quinlan a “dedicated employee” who has handled the interim job “through some very tough times.”

Council approved the item unanimously. Council member Shana Arthur also highlighted Quinlan’s progress in the position.

“In a year, you did all your certification, and you did top-notch, and I'm so proud of you,” Arthur said. “You did that really quickly.”


According to the city's website, the city secretary manages official City Council meetings, prepares agendas, records minutes and maintains the city’s legislative history. The office also oversees records retention and public information requests in accordance with state law and coordinates all municipal elections, acting as custodian of city ordinances, resolutions and contracts.