Summary
With City Manager Kent Cagle retiring at the end of May, the city council is beginning the search for a new executive. Residents and council members discussed whether to use an RFP or direct quotes, and heard public input on ensuring the new manager understands military towns and allowing the incoming council to have a say in the hiring process.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Executive search firm fees and executive compensation package for the incoming city manager.
The entire city government and residents through stable, professional administrative leadership.
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Mentions & discussions (10)
City Council — October 8, 2026
The council is voting on appointing Dr. Marie Peoples as the new City Manager and acknowledging the retirement of Interim City Manager Kent Cagle. This leadership change will shape the administrative direction of city government.
Killeen Assistant City Manager retires amid leadership changes for city
Killeen Assistant City Manager retires amid leadership changes for city KXXV
Killeen assistant city manager announces retirement - KWKT
Killeen assistant city manager announces retirement KWKT - FOX 44
City Council - Apr 21, 2026
The council approved a plan for interim city managers to ensure continuity of city operations during the search for a new permanent city manager.
City Council - Apr 7, 2026
With City Manager Kent Cagle retiring at the end of May, the city council is beginning the search for a new executive. Residents and council members discussed whether to use an RFP or direct quotes, and heard public input on ensuring the new manager understands military towns and allowing the incoming council to have a say in the hiring process.
Killeen starts process to secure executive search firm for city manager recruitment
Killeen starts process to secure executive search firm for city manager recruitment FOX 44
Killeen City Council takes first step to replace retiring city manager - KWKT
Killeen City Council takes first step to replace retiring city manager KWKT - FOX 44
Killeen announces retirement of city manager
Killeen announces retirement of city manager fox44news.com
Longtime Killeen city manager Kent Cagle to retire in May after decades in public service
Longtime Killeen city manager Kent Cagle to retire in May after decades in public service KCENTV.com
City Council - Mar 24, 2026
Concerns were raised about the city manager's residency within city limits and overall performance, with a resident suggesting an investigation into these matters.
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