December 21, 2009

Interim Economic Development Manager is Appointed

The City of Arlington has appointed an interim economic development manager. Bruce Payne will replace Robert Sturns who has resigned. Payne transitions from his role as the assistant director of Community Development and Planning. Sturns last day with the city is Dec. 29.

According to Deputy City Manager Fiona Allen, Payne brings economic development and community planning experience to the position. He has worked as a planning director in Southlake and North Carolina. He has a bachelor’s degree in urban and regional planning, and a master’s degree in geography. Payne has been with the City of Arlington since 2005.

The City of Arlington is conducting a national search for an economic development manager.