Broadnax stepping down as Dallas City Manager, effective June 3
DALLAS – City Manager T.C. Broadnax will no longer be the city's top administrator, effective June 3.
The City Council accepted Broadnax's resignation on Wednesday, citing his strained relationship with Mayor Eric Johnson.
A statement from the City Council said, "It became apparent that the relationship between the mayor and the city manager has not been conducive to effective governance and the advancement of Dallas' interest ... The dynamic between these key citywide figures has unfortunately hindered the realization of our city's full potential and it is imperative we address this issue head-on in order to move forward."
Johnson said he received Broadnax's resignation via memo Wednesday and spoke with him briefly afterward about his decision.
"T.C. was tough — he often knew what he wanted for Dallas and would fight hard for it. And I would do the same," Johnson said. "We did not always see eye to eye, but we still worked together to help move this city forward. After his seven years of working for our city, I want to wish him well on whatever comes next."
In his resignation letter, Broadnax said it was his "distinct honor and privilege to have served as your city manager for the last seven years."
"I am proud of what we have accomplished together and grateful for the support I received during my tenure," Broadnax said.
Dallas Pollice Chief Eddie Garcia called Broadnax a great leader, adding he will be difficult to replace and sorely missed.
Meanwhile, City Council member Omar Narvaez wished Broadnax "well in his future endeavors."
"I am proud to have worked with him to move Dallas forward on issues facing everyday people like a focus on affordable housing, slowing gentrification, job creation, improving infrastructure, environmental justice, navigating a global pandemic and improving public safety all with a racial equity focus on historically divested communities," Narvaez said.
In the meantime, the City Council said it will work diligently to select an interim city manager.
"This presents us with a valuable opportunity to conduct a national search for a new city manager who shares our vision for the future of our city," the statement said. "We are confident that with the support of our residents and stakeholders, we will emerge from this transition stronger and more united."
In mid-2022, three City Council members requested a special meeting to consider taking action against Broadnax, including discipline or removal. Mayor Johnson also requested an executive session to evaluate Broadnax's performance and employment.
"I will have more to say about a national search for the next city manager in the days ahead," said Johnson. "I am excited about the future for my hometown. Dallas continues to move in the right direction — something that is not true of many other major cities. With the right team in place in the years to come, we can work together to make our bustling city stronger, safer, and more vibrant."
