Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced new appointments to the Texas Municipal Retirement System Board of Trustees, selecting four individuals to oversee the retirement system serving over 800 cities. Among the appointees are Bryan Langley and Isaac Tawil, who have been entrusted with terms through February 1, 2031. Additionally, Jaime Reyes, II, and Pamela Williams are set to serve until February 1, 2027. This particular board is tasked with the crucial role of ensuring a secure retirement for employees within the Texas Municipal Retirement System, which presents a critical infrastructure of financial stability for public servants.
Langley, hailing from Kyle, serves as the city manager in his locality. His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and a Master of Business Administration from the University of North Texas, as well as a Master of Science in Accounting from the University of Texas at Dallas. With affiliations to the Texas City Management Association and the International City/County Management Association, he comes to the board with a strong background in municipal management and financial stewardship.
Isaac Tawil of McAllen serves his community as city manager and brings a unique perspective to the board with his background in law as a member of the State Bar of Texas. Tawil's educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UT Austin and a Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s University. His legal expertise is expected to be an asset to the complex responsibilities of the retirement system’s governance.
Reyes operates out of Melissa as the assistant fire chief for the City of Plano. His involvement extends to multiple organizations, including the Plano Firefighters Association, the Texas State Association of Firefighters, the Texas Fire Chiefs Association, and the International Association of Fire Chiefs. Reyes, equipped with a Bachelor of Science in Community Health from Texas A&M University and a Master of Public Administration/Emergency Management from Sam Houston State University, integrates his knowledge of public health and emergency services into the board's activities.
Hawley's own Pamela Williams serves as the director of human resources for the City of Abilene, and her extensive experience in human resources will inform her tenure on the board. Williams' educational background comprises a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Texas A&M University and a Master of Science from Abilene Christian University. A member of numerous associations, such as the Texas Municipal Human Resource Association, the International City/County Management Association, the Society for Human Resource Management, and also on the board of directors for United Way, she brings a wealth of experience in organizational management and employee relations to the table. As reported by the Governor's office, the selection of these four professionals underscores the state’s commitment to maintaining a robust and reliable retirement system for Texas municipal employees.
