Ted Barron was named City Manager in September 1995. Mr. Barron, who has served in the City Manager’s Office since 1988, took over the City’s top administrative job after longtime City Manager Jim Prugel retired.

Ted Barron came to Mesquite after serving the City of Lubbock in many capacities which ranged from intern to Budget and Research Director. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration, both from Texas Tech University.

The City Manager oversees the following departments:

Budget/Research
Economic Development