'Honored': Lockhart selects new city manager to takeover role beginning Sept. 5
AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Wednesday, the city of Lockhart announced the appointment of its next city manager.
According to the city, beginning Sept. 5, Joseph Resendez will take over as city manager following the retirement of current City Manager Steve Lewis.
The city said Resendez has served with the city since July 2023 as assistant city manager and has more than eight years of experience in municipal government.
“I am honored to be appointed as the next City Manager of Lockhart. I look forward to continuing to work with Council, city staff, and the community to build on Lockhart’s momentum,” said Resendez. “Together, we’ll focus on strengthening services, fostering transparency, and planning responsibly for the city’s future.”
The city said Resendez has a Bachelor of Science from the University of Texas and was currently completing a Master of Public Affairs and the Certified Public Manager Credential through the William P. Hobby Center for Public Service at Texas State University.
“We welcome Mr. Resendez as our next City Manager. His collaborative leadership style and dedication to public service will help strengthen our community, enhance the services we provide,” said Lockhart Mayor Lew White. “We also want to thank Mr. Lewis for his excellent leadership for these last seven years. He has been a terrific mentor for Mr. Resendez as well.”