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Item No. 11 Memorandum TO: Mayor, Mayor Pro -Tem & City Council FROM: Rose Beverly, City Manager SUBJECT: Appointment of Interim Director of Utilities Danny Rowell to Director of Utilities. DATE: June 23, 2025 BACKGROUND: Danny Rowell was appointed to serve as the Interim Director of Utilities on August 3`d, 2024. Section 23 of the City Charter requires all Department Heads to be approved by City Council. STATUS OF ISSUE: Since his appointment, Mr. Rowell has demonstrated exemplary leadership, successfully guiding the City through several complex initiatives, including the ongoing $100+ million Wastewater Treatment Plant project. Danny shows integrity, dedication to public service, and genuine concern for the well-being of his staff. Mr. Rowell has devoted nearly 30 years to the City of Paris, beginning his career in a Maintenance I position. He has steadily progressed through the organization, serving as Water Treatment Plant Superintendent before assuming the role of Interim Director of Utilities. His professional and educational qualifications include: • Class "A" Water Certification License • Completion of numerous college -level courses • Over 900 hours of continuing education in Water/Wastewater management from Texas A&M • Graduation from several management, safety, and leadership training programs Most recently, Mr. Rowell completed the Maxwell Institute Leadership Training Course under the guidance of leadership coach and local government consultant James Arndt. Mr. Arndt praised Mr. Rowell as one of the most motivated and coachable participants he has ever worked with. RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Resolution to appoint Danny Rowell as Director of Utilities.