Breaking: Jefferson named new FM Town Manager

This morning the Town Council voted unanimously to hire Harlan Jefferson as Town Manager. Jefferson has been interim Town Manager since Van James retired last fall.

In a news release sent this morning, mayor Jody Smith said, “Mr. Jefferson was the Town Council’s leading candidate during the interim period. We are pleased that he accepted the position after much thought, reflection, and consideration. This is a dynamic time in Flower Mound. The Town Council and I are confident that Harlan’s education, experience, leadership, and values will guide us into the future.”

Very good timing in today's News Connection, which was published online last night. A TNC editorial urges the Town to ask Jefferson to reconsider taking the job, which he had previously been reluctant to do because of all the political demands that can come with the job? (What? Political demands at Flower Mound Town Hall? Say it ain't so!)

Welcome Mr. Jefferson. I know you'll lead and serve us well.