Don Magner, the city manager for Richardson, received the 2026 Regional Civic Leadership Award from the North Texas Commission. The honor was presented during the organization's annual meeting held in Irving on September 22. The award acknowledges Magner's three decades of public service and his dedication to working across regional boundaries.
The commission cited several specific achievements in its recognition of Magner. These include his role in addressing a long-standing dispute involving the North Texas Municipal Water District. He was also noted for developing a new partnership model with Dallas Area Rapid Transit. Additionally, the award recognized economic development efforts that have positioned Richardson as a hub for technology, innovation, and high-skilled employment.
Magner has been employed by the city since 1996. He assumed the role of city manager in 2022. The North Texas Commission selected him for this regional distinction based on his contributions to these complex municipal and intergovernmental issues.