Peachtree Corners Has a New City Manager

PEACHTREE CORNERS, GA — The City of Peachtree Corners officially has a new city manager.

The mayor and city council announced Monday that an employment contract has been approved between the city and Brian L. Johnson, who has held the same position in Anniston, Alabama for the past three years.

The council voted to appoint him to the role on October 18.

"The Council and I are extremely pleased to announce that Mr. Johnson will be the new city manager," Mayor Mike Mason said in a news release Monday. "He brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise. The city will undoubtedly benefit greatly from his experience in handling the day-to-day operations of our city."

In addition to serving as Anniston’s city manager, Johnson was city manager for the City of Garden City in Chatham County, Georgia for six years. His background also includes over 18 years of management experience at both the federal and local levels of government.

"I’m delighted to have the opportunity to serve Peachtree Corners as its city manager," Johnson said in the release. "While I’ve certainly appreciated my time in Anniston, I look forward to joining the City of Peachtree Corners. My family and I are excited about moving and settling into our new community."

Johnson will start work on November 21.

Johnson will replace Julian Jackson, the city's first city manager, whoannounced in June his plans to retire.

Photo via City of Anniston