City Manager Resigns, Council To Take Next Steps
- 11/18/25
(News release on behalf of the Tigard City Council)
City Manager Brent Stockwell has submitted his resignation, and the Tigard City Council has accepted it, in accordance with the terms of his employment agreement.
The resignation was submitted today and is effective today, November 18, 2025.
“Following recent discussions about the City’s leadership direction, Mr. Stockwell informed the Council of his decision to resign,” said Mayor Yi-Kang Hu. “We appreciate his service and contributions to Tigard and wish him well in his future endeavors. As we shared with the community after the resignation of the former mayor, the Council is committed to doing better – strengthening leadership, culture and accountability across our organization.”
Acting City Manager Emily Tritsch will continue to serve in the interim to ensure stability and continuity in city operations.
“Throughout this transition, our focus remains on supporting our employees, maintaining stability and continuing to deliver the high level of service that our community expects and deserves,” added Mayor Hu.
The Tigard City Council has three direct employees: the City Manager, the City Attorney and the Municipal Judge. The Council will begin the process of identifying next steps for long-term leadership in the City Manager role, and those details will be shared as Council moves forward.
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City Manager Resigns, Council To Take Next Steps
- 11/18/25
(News release on behalf of the Tigard City Council)
City Manager Brent Stockwell has submitted his resignation, and the Tigard City Council has accepted it, in accordance with the terms of his employment agreement.
The resignation was submitted today and is effective today, November 18, 2025.
“Following recent discussions about the City’s leadership direction, Mr. Stockwell informed the Council of his decision to resign,” said Mayor Yi-Kang Hu. “We appreciate his service and contributions to Tigard and wish him well in his future endeavors. As we shared with the community after the resignation of the former mayor, the Council is committed to doing better – strengthening leadership, culture and accountability across our organization.”
Acting City Manager Emily Tritsch will continue to serve in the interim to ensure stability and continuity in city operations.
“Throughout this transition, our focus remains on supporting our employees, maintaining stability and continuing to deliver the high level of service that our community expects and deserves,” added Mayor Hu.
The Tigard City Council has three direct employees: the City Manager, the City Attorney and the Municipal Judge. The Council will begin the process of identifying next steps for long-term leadership in the City Manager role, and those details will be shared as Council moves forward.
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Community And Media Partners Invited To Facility Preview Event
- 11/12/25
Our community members and media partners are invited to attend a facility preview event to get updates on the planned Tigard Police and Public Works facility.
WHEN: Monday, November 17th: drop in anytime between 5:30 – 8PM
WHERE: Burgess Community Room at the Tigard Public Library (13500 SW Hall Blvd.)
WHAT: See a 3D model of the current design for the first time, chat with the architect and builder teams, learn about bond options, ask questions and give your feedback! Kids activities and snacks will be provided for free.
WHO: This event will bring together City of Tigard staff working on this project, elected officials and external partners, including Otak (project manager), Scott Edwards Architecture (architect) and P&C I Perlo (construction manager / general contractor). Interviews will be available on site.
A safe, updated building will ensure our first responders can continue delivering essential services to our community when they’re needed the most. This proposed bond for May 2026 will fund a new, integrated home for our police and public works teams that will allow us to respond faster and more effectively to everyday issues and in times of crisis.
By passing the proposed bond, we can also:
- Protect our first responders, so they can continue to do their jobs protecting us,
- Better prepare our city and our community for an emergency or natural disaster, including the construction of a safe, modern Emergency Operations Center,
- Improve our public safety and public works services for everyone in Tigard, whether it’s responding to a street repair or a police call,
- Plan thoughtfully for our long-term community needs.
Learn more about the project and get updates as we move forward at www.tigard-or.gov/BuildingABetterTigard.
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Community And Media Partners Invited To Facility Preview Event
- 11/12/25
Our community members and media partners are invited to attend a facility preview event to get updates on the planned Tigard Police and Public Works facility.
WHEN: Monday, November 17th: drop in anytime between 5:30 – 8PM
WHERE: Burgess Community Room at the Tigard Public Library (13500 SW Hall Blvd.)
WHAT: See a 3D model of the current design for the first time, chat with the architect and builder teams, learn about bond options, ask questions and give your feedback! Kids activities and snacks will be provided for free.
WHO: This event will bring together City of Tigard staff working on this project, elected officials and external partners, including Otak (project manager), Scott Edwards Architecture (architect) and P&C I Perlo (construction manager / general contractor). Interviews will be available on site.
A safe, updated building will ensure our first responders can continue delivering essential services to our community when they’re needed the most. This proposed bond for May 2026 will fund a new, integrated home for our police and public works teams that will allow us to respond faster and more effectively to everyday issues and in times of crisis.
By passing the proposed bond, we can also:
- Protect our first responders, so they can continue to do their jobs protecting us,
- Better prepare our city and our community for an emergency or natural disaster, including the construction of a safe, modern Emergency Operations Center,
- Improve our public safety and public works services for everyone in Tigard, whether it’s responding to a street repair or a police call,
- Plan thoughtfully for our long-term community needs.
Learn more about the project and get updates as we move forward at www.tigard-or.gov/BuildingABetterTigard.
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