Kevin Gee

Kevin was appointed city manager in August 2022 after serving in the interim role for six months. Gee holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Texas A&M University and is a licensed professional engineer with over 20 years of experience in transportation and public works engineering. Gee joined the City of Lufkin in 2018 as city engineer. He is married with two children. As City Manager, Gee oversees the administrative operations of the city government and implements policies set by the City Council. He works closely with the Mayor, City Council members, and other city officials to ensure efficient delivery of municipal services to Lufkin residents.

Brian W. Bray

Brian W. Bray joined the City of Lufkin in August 2023 as the Asst. City Manager serving as part of the Leadership Team, advising and assisting the City Manager in accomplishing the strategic goals and initiatives of the city. Bray previously worked for the City of Nacogdoches for 20 years serving in various roles, most recently as the Community Services Director and Historic Preservation Officer.  He graduated from Texas Lutheran University in 1998 with a Bachelor of Arts in Public History, including a minor in Cultural and Ethnic Studies, and the University of North Texas in 2000 with a Master of Science in Information and Library Science. In 2006, he completed the Certified Public Administration Program through Stephen F. Austin State University (SFASU) and from 1995 to 2004 he served in the Army Reserves in Civil Affairs and Chemical Operations. Brian is married to Claire Bray, Associate Principal at Nacogdoches High School, and they have two wonderful daughters Julia and Audrey.

Kristi Skillern

Kristi Skillern has been the City Attorney for Lufkin since August 1, 2022. She oversees and counsels on all legal matters for the City Manager, City Council, and all City departments, including police and fire. She is also the Director of the City’s Municipal Court and assisted in starting a Teen Court program for juvenile Class C offenders in 2023. She has been a licensed attorney for over 30 years and has extensive experience in various legal areas. She has been a trial attorney for most of her career. She is a member of the State Bar of Texas and the Texas Bar College-Society of Legal Scholars and is licensed to practice law in Texas and federal court in the Northern and Eastern Districts of Texas. She is an active member of the Texas Municipal League and the Texas City Attorney’s Association. She lives with her husband, Michael, who serves as Chief of the Diboll Police Department. They enjoy traveling, spending time with family and friends, and fishing on their property in Diboll.

Belinda Melancon 

Belinda has been with the City since March 2000 and was appointed director of finance in March 2011.  Belinda holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History from Stephen F. Austin University and has over 30 years of experience in accounting and finance.  As director of Finance, Belinda is responsible for the operations of the Finance Department, EMS Billing and Utility Collections.  Belinda has two children and five grandchildren.  Her interests include church activities, crafting, her dogs and spending time with family and friends.