's interim city manager Jesús Garza announced several key leadership appointments, including the next general manager of Austin Energy.Bob Kahn, who currently serves as the general manager of the Texas Municipal Power Agency, will be leading Austin Energy beginning July 3. Kahn previously served as the president and CEO of ERCOT from 2007-09.
The current director, Juan Ortiz, is stepping down from the role after six years of working with the city. As HSEM director, Ortiz coordinated emergency response during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, shelter operations for Hurricanes Harvey and Laura, and support during the 2018 Austin serial bombings.
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