Beaumont Begins Search for New City Manager

Kenneth Williams plans to retire in April after 3.5 years in the role.

Feb. 21, 2026 at 12:18am

The City of Beaumont is accepting applications for a new city manager as Kenneth Williams prepares to retire in April after serving in the role for three and a half years.

Why it matters

The city manager is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing municipal operations and services. Beaumont will need to find an experienced and qualified candidate to fill this important role and ensure a smooth transition.

The details

Kenneth Williams has served as Beaumont's city manager since 2022. He plans to retire in April 2026 after 3.5 years in the position. The city is now accepting applications and conducting a search to find his replacement.

  • Kenneth Williams plans to retire in April 2026.

The players

Kenneth Williams

The current city manager of Beaumont, Texas who plans to retire in April 2026 after 3.5 years in the role.

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What’s next

The City of Beaumont will review applications and conduct interviews to select a new city manager to replace Kenneth Williams after his retirement.

The takeaway

Finding an experienced and capable city manager is crucial for Beaumont to maintain effective municipal operations and services during the leadership transition.