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Conroe council moves forward with interim city administrator
By Lake Conroe
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
Conroe City Council took a step June 25 toward bringing in David Willard as the city’s interim city administrator, more than a month after two top city leaders retired. After returning from executive session, the council voted to authorize Mayor Duke Coon and city staff to negotiate with SGR for int
Key takeaway Stay tuned The June 25 vote does not name a permanent city administrator.
Why this matters in Willis
The Conroe City Council's decision to move forward with David Willard as interim city administrator has implications for neighboring cities like Willis , which shares a school district and county government with Conroe. As Willis ISD and Montgomery County continue to grow and develop, the leadership and administrative decisions made in Conroe can have a ripple effect on the surrounding areas. With Willard's background in city management, including experience in Longview and Borger, it will be interesting to see how his leadership style and priorities impact the region. The fact that Willard's start date and contract details are still being negotiated means that the community will have to wait and see how his interim role will shape the city's direction, and subsequently, the broader Montgomery County area. As the city of Willis continues to navigate its own growth and development, the leadership changes in Conroe will be worth watching.
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Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: Lake Conroe ·
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What is this story about? Conroe City Council took a step June 25 toward bringing in David Willard as the city’s interim city administrator, more than a month after two top city leaders retired. After returning from executive session, the council voted to authorize Mayor Duke Coon and city staff to negotiate with SGR for int
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