October 1, 2019
The Honorable City Council
900 Bagby, City Hall Annex
Houston, TX 77002
Dear Council Members,
I am pleased to appoint Margaret Wallace Brown, as Director of the Department of Planning and Development as established in Section 2-277 of the City of Houston Code of Ordinances, subject to Council confirmation.
Mrs. Wallace Brown has over 34 years of experience with the City of Houston. Mrs. Wallace Brown has been serving as Interim Director of the Department of Planning and Development since December of 2018. Prior to joining the Department of Planning and Development, Margaret demonstrated her commitment public service through her leadership positions with the American Institute of Architects, Houston; the American Planning Association; the Bellaire Nature Discovery Center; West University Elementary and St. Pius X High Schools; Chi Omega Fraternity; and the Junior League of Houston
I have complete confidence in Mrs. Margaret Wallace and look forward to her appointment on October 2, 2019.
Sylvester Turner