The Austin City Council has voted to move forward with hiring T.C. Broadnax as the next city manager.
AUSTIN, Texas — City leaders voted unanimously Thursday to hireBroadnax will begin working for Austin on May 6
"I am deeply honored and grateful for the trust placed in me by the City Council. Austin is a vibrant city with immense potential, and I am committed to working tirelessly alongside our dedicated team to ensure its continued growth and prosperity," Broadnax said."Together, we will navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and build a resilient and inclusive future for all residents.
Senior Political Reporter Jason Whitely with KVUE’s sister station, WFAA, reported that Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson and Broadnax have had a dysfunctional relationship for years. That's said to be the reason Broadnax is stepping away from his role. “The dynamic between these key citywide figures has unfortunately hindered the realization of our city's full potential, and it is imperative that we address this issue head-on in order to move forward," the memo read.One of the issues Johnson had was that Broadnax hired a police chief who didn’t turn out to be the best fit for the city. He then replaced that chief – but the pair's relationship didn’t improve.
In response to a question about his separation from Dallas, Broadnax said city leaders wanted to go in a different direction for a new city manager. "If that is done prior to me being here, then it's all about implementation and ensure we're standing out the issues and challenges that we have struggled to find ways to put in the agreement,” Broadnax said.
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