City Manager
Gary Broz came to Port Lavaca November 15, 2000 from Brady, Texas. Gary began his career with the City of Brady in 1987 as the Purchasing Agent; in 1992 he was made Assistant City Manager; in 1994 he was appointed to Public Works Director while still serving as Assistant City Manager; in 1997 he was appointed to Interim City Manager and became City Manager in 1998, a position he held until 2000, at which time he became City Manager of Port Lavaca.
Gary has been very active in several organizations; Concho Valley
Council of Governments; the Chamber of Commerce as Director of the
Tourist and Convention Bureau; and the Rotary Club.
Gary made a commitment and dedication to improve the quality of life
and enjoyment in the City of Port Lavaca. He immediately assessed our
weaknesses and strengths and has taken action to address areas of
concern.
Gary has taken a firm hand in code enforcement. Under his direction, we
have seen neglected eyesores torn down, lots cleaned up and mowed, and
steps taken to make Port Lavaca and attractive coastal community. He
has worked to improve our water system and street infrastructure. We
now have a new water tower and the existing water tower on George St.
has been renovated. He created the position of City Engineer who
working with Gary created a new and improved City Master plan to meet
our future needs. He created the position of Parks Director to provide
quality parks for our community and maintain city properties in an
attractive manner. He is very active in the Economic Development of
Port Lavaca. He has brought unity between the County, the School
District and the City.
Gary is the President of the TCMA for 2005-2006
Gary graduated from Sul Ross University , Alpine Texas in 1977. He is
married to Georgia and has a daughter, Shauna, and a son, Jonathan.
You will see Gary involved about town in all types of activities for
the improvement of the City.
The duties of the City Manger are set forth in Article 6, Section 6.01 of the
Home Rule Charter of the City of Port Lavaca. The City Manager is the chief
administrative officer and is responsible for the day-to- day operations of the
city.
The City Manager is responsible for implementing the policy direction
of the City Council in a responsive and efficient manner. The
City Manager oversees and administers City operations, submits the
annual budget to the City Council and appoints and removes City
personnel.
Citizens complaints are one of the most prominent
responsibilities. The City Manager's office handles numerous
contacts each day, ranging from faxes, e-mail inquiries, telephone
calls and just walk-ins.
Other duties of the City Manager's Office include the preparation of
the agendas for the City Council meetings, oversight of this web page,
public information and government relations, and oversight of the
City's Cable franchise.
Dorothy Cunningham
Administrative Assistant to the City Manager
and the Port Commission Board
361-552-9793 Ext 221
361-552-7601 Complaint Line
