Mayors and councilmembers need to have an effective relationship with the Office of the City Secretary, and vice-versa, to successfully undertake their responsibilities.  The attitude, actions, and the approach you take can avoid pitfalls and establish a bond of mutual respect and understanding to facilitate both roles.

During this webinar we will discuss:

• Defining your role and managing your environment
• Establishing relationships
• Communicating clearly and effectively with elected officials
• Creating a culture as a department and as a city official

About the Speakers

Becky L. McGrew was appointed as City Secretary for the City of Katy, Texas, in October 2019. She served as the Katy’s Assistant City Secretary from 2014-2019. Becky has an Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies, the Texas Registered Municipal Clerk (TRMC) certification, and a certification in Effective Leadership Development from the Management Connection, Inc. She is a member of the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC), the Texas Municipal Clerks Association, and the Salt Grass Chapter of the Texas Municipal Clerks Association, where she has served on the Scholarship Committee. Prior to joining the City of Katy, Becky had over 12 years of experience as a paralegal and deputy court clerk.  

Chris Harris was elected in May 2018 as the Katy, Texas, At-Large Council Member and was appointed as Mayor Pro Tem in September 2019. He grew up in Navasota, Texas, and attended Sam Houston State University. Chris has been employed in the public safety field for various law enforcement agencies since 1998. Chris has also served on the following City of Katy Boards: Katy Development Authority, Tax Reinvestment Zone Board Number One, and Charter Review Commission. He has also served the community as president of his neighborhood HOA board, participated in numerous school committees, and has volunteered with the Katy Prairie Conservancy and Keep Katy Beautiful Board. Chris is passionate about local government, parliamentary procedure and a strong community leader for the City of Katy.

Our webinar attendees said:

"I really liked the beginning statement 'You serve the position, not the person.' The entire webinar was presented really well. I enjoyed it!"

"Becky did a fabulous job and having her Mayor Pro Tem was a treat and added to the content in a positive way. Her slide on 'What Culture Are You Creating?' really hit home."

"[The most valuable part of the webinar was] keeping perspective!! We are all in this together! If we want the Council to know their job and do it well, they need us to train them."

"Interesting to hear what other cities do."

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