Longest-Serving Bryan City Manager Kean Register Announces Retirement
Kean Register, city manager of Bryan, Texas, has announced his retirement effective Nov. 3, concluding a distinguished career in public service that spans over 25 years with the City of Bryan.
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Kean Register, city manager of Bryan, Texas, has announced his retirement effective Nov. 3, concluding a distinguished career in public service that spans over 25 years with the City of Bryan. With the city’s best interest in mind, Register moved up his initial retirement date of March 2026 to allow a smoother transition for the next city manager in front of a budget season.
Register has served as city manager since 2010, following an earlier tenure as interim city manager in 2006. During his leadership, Bryan experienced historic growth, financial stability, and major community developments.
“I have been honored to serve the residents, employees, and elected officials of Bryan,” said Register. “The city’s success is a direct reflection of the incredible dedication of our staff, city council members, and mayors over the years. Bryan’s employees always find a way to get the job done.”
Under Register’s tenure, the City of Bryan achieved a number of significant milestones, said Mayor Bobby Gutierrez, pointing toward the city’s strong financial position, major developments, and steady economic and social growth.
“As a city, we are on sound footing financially and maintaining strong community growth, thanks to Kean’s stewardship,” said Gutierrez. “He’s a special leader who has been a tremendous asset for our community.
Since taking the reins as city manager in 2010, the City of Bryan has:
Despite a positive economic and community story, Register said his most difficult moments of his service occurred during times of loss noting the line-of-duty deaths of four city employees: BTU employee Dennis Mowbray in 2010, firefighters Eric Wallace and Greg Pickard in 2013, BTU Transmission employee Earle Robinson in 2014. Additionally, in the 2013 fire, firefighters Ricky Mantey and Mitch Moran sustained life-threatening burns but survived and continue to serve the community.
“Nothing compares to the heartbreak of losing employees in the line of duty,” Register said. “Those moments are the toughest any city manager can face.”
Register expressed deep appreciation for his family, city leaders, and staff, while thanking his wife, Vita, and sons, Dustin Paul and Justin, for their patience, love, and understanding during his many long absences; the mayors and city council members, whom he described as each doing “the best in their own unique way” and always working tirelessly for the good of the city; and the employees and direct reports who, he said, form “a remarkable team that makes Bryan a great place to live, work, and play.”
He added he has always been amazed by the countless hours city council members dedicate, often without personal gain and with more criticism than thanks, yet always putting the city first.
Following retirement, Register plans to remain active in the Bryan community, spend time with family, enjoy traveling, and embrace whatever opportunities the next stage of life presents.
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