Interim city manager named

GUN BARREL – Gun Barrel City has named its new interim city manager on Friday as they continue their nationwide search to find someone to permanently fill the position.

According to our news partner KETK, city officials say as the search continues, Steven Norwood will begin serving in the interim role immediately and assist the City’s Economic Development Corporation (EDC) operations until a permanent EDC Director is hired.

“Mr. Norwood has more than three decades of experience in municipal government, having served in leadership positions across Texas, including as City Manager in multiple communities,” Gun Barrel City officials said. “Throughout his career, he has overseen municipal operations, economic development initiatives, infrastructure projects, strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational leadership.”

The city said Norwood’s appointment was made to ensure continuity of services while officials continue their search for a permanent city manager. The city manager and EDC director positions are expected to be filled in the upcoming months.