CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (October 7, 2025) – City Council has confirmed Cedric
Henson as administrator of the Department of Community Development after
his appointment by Mayor Tim Kelly as interim administrator of the
Department of Community Development in July.
Henson previously served as the deputy administrator for the Department of
Public Works (DPW) and has worked for the city for the past two years.
“I’m excited that Cedric Henson will continue to serve as Administrator of
Community Development,” said Mayor Kelly. “Cedric has done an outstanding
job as interim administrator since last July. I know he is the right leader
to continue the department's important work for the people of Chattanooga
as we transition to the Community Hub model of service delivery."
“It’s an honor to be named Administrator of Community Development after
serving in the interim role,” said Cedric Henson. “I’m grateful for the
trust placed in me by Mayor Kelly and City Council, and I look forward to
continuing working alongside our outstanding team and center managers to
serve Chattanoogans.”