Ted Barron was named City Manager in September 1995 after serving in roles as Assistant City Manager and Deputy City Manager since 1988. Before coming to Mesquite, Mr. Barron served the City of Lubbock in many capacities ranging from intern to Budget and Research Director.

He currently serves on the Texas City Management Association (TCMA) Board of Directors and served in 2004 as North Texas City Management Association (NTCMA) President. In addition, he is a long-standing member of the International City/County Management Association (ICMA).

Mr. Barron holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a Master of Public Administration, both from Texas Tech University.

He has been involved with United Way’s efforts for many years, most recently as a Campaign Cabinet member for United Way of Metropolitan Dallas (2005-2010). He has also served the Mesquite community as a two-time Friends of Scouting Chairman (2001-2002).

The City Manager oversees the following departments:

Parks and Recreation