Marshal McIntosh takes helm as Brownwood city manager
BROWNWOOD, Texas () – The City of Brownwood has appointed Marshal McIntosh as city manager, as the previous city manager, Emily Crawford, transitions to Abilene.
McIntosh previously served as the city's Deputy City Manager, bringing more than a decade of experience in public service.
'Marshal McIntosh is not only a product of this organization and community, but a key architect of its recent success,' said Brownwood Mayor Stephen Haynes. 'His appointment is a strategic investment in the future of Brownwood. He brings the vision, capability, and character needed to lead Brownwood confidently into its next chapter.'
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City officials say he has been a driving force behind projects such as the Downtown Master Plan, Riverside Park renovation, Brownwood Event Center Complex, and much more.
McIntosh joined the city in 2014, moving into the Deputy City Manager position in 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Public and Media Communication and a Master of Business Administration from Howard Payne University. He has also completed the Texas Certified Public Manager Program through the William P. Hobby Center for Public Service at Texas State University and Texas Christian University's Certified Public Communicator program from the Bob Schieffer College of Communication.
He also holds certifications in economic development from the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service and in emergency management from FEMA's national disaster and emergency management programs. McIntosh was also named Professional of the Year by the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce in 2022 and is recognized as a '40 Under 40' standout citizen. McIntosh is also a 2018 graduate of the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Brownwood community leadership development program.
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'Marshal's appointment reflects the best of what it means to grow leaders from within,' said Mayor Stephen E. Haynes. 'Having served Brownwood in nearly every capacity over the past decade, he brings unmatched insight into our community's operations, challenges, and potential. His long-standing relationships with staff and his forward-thinking vision make him uniquely qualified to lead as our next City Manager.'
McIntosh is a member of the:
Texas City Management Association (TCMA)
International City Management Association (ICMA)
Texas Association of Municipal Information Officers (TAMIO)
Government Finance Officers Association of Texas (GFOAT)
Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC)
Texas Association of Convention & Visitor Bureaus (TACVB)
Texas Midwest Community Network (TMCN)
International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
'I am deeply grateful to the City Council for their confidence placed in me,' said Marshal McIntosh. 'I look forward to serving alongside our city staff, whose commitment to our community gives me the confidence to lead the City of Brownwood and continue making progress in the place we are proud to call home.'
McIntosh will assume his duties as City Manager on June 6.
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