Monte Mercer

Monte Mercer is a seasoned professional with over twenty-five years of experience in municipal management, focusing on governmental management, leadership, finance, and accounting.

During his tenure as City Manager of Baytown, he spearheaded initiatives such as streamlining the development process and implementing tools to meet business needs efficiently.

His achievements include successfully passing an Economic Development sales tax and collaborating with citizens and staff to develop the 2020 Comprehensive Plan document.

Monte's career highlights encompass enhancing productivity, operations quality, and advocating for legislation at the state level.

He transitioned to the North Central Texas Council of Government as Deputy Executive Director in 2002, leading various departments and emphasizing process automation and technology for operational efficiency.

In his current role, Monte continues to drive shared services initiatives across governmental organizations, aiming to generate additional efficiencies.

He is a respected figure in the field and has presented on Shared Services at notable events like NARC, ICMA, and GFOA, showcasing his leadership and expertise.