Rowlett, TX – May 2026 – On Thursday, May 14, the Rowlett City Council took action. During a special meeting, the Mayor and every council member committed publicly to a clear path forward on the City’s most pressing leadership priorities, including the City Manager and Fire Chief selection processes.
The Council announced the following actions:
- The search for a City Manager will be discussed at the May 18th work session, with the Council expecting to move quickly to engage a search firm.
- An independent consultant will conduct a management review of the Rowlett Fire Department, interviewing personnel across all ranks and tenure levels to identify desired characteristics and skills for the Fire Chief and to refine the recruitment process.
- A public forum will be scheduled following the completion of the City’s community survey, providing residents with an open opportunity to engage with City leadership.
- The Council has committed to work closely with the Interim City Manager to improve communication and maintain alignment.
“Listening cannot simply be something we say, but it must be accompanied by action,” the statement read. The Council committed to a Fire Chief selection process that gives the department a meaningful opportunity to be heard through an independent review.
The full text of the Council’s statement is available at RowlettTX.gov.
For more information, visit www.RowlettTX.gov or contact the Department of Communications & Community Engagement at Media@RowlettTX.gov.
ABOUT THE CITY OF ROWLETT
Rowlett is a vibrant community of more than 70,000 residents located along the eastern shores of Lake Ray Hubbard, just 20 miles from downtown Dallas. Incorporated in 1952, Rowlett is home to award-winning public safety services, a nationally accredited parks and recreation program, and a growing commercial and residential base. The City is committed to transparent governance, exceptional service, and meaningful engagement with every resident. For more information, visit www.RowlettTX.gov.
Submitted by Malcolm Hornsby, M.S. Director of Communications & Community Engagement
