Friends, family members, co-workers and other area residents wished Oak Ridge City Manager Mark Watson well at his retirement reception on May 4 at the Townplace Suites. Watson retired May 5 after serving the city of Oak Ridge as city manager for more than 12 years. He was also honored at Monday's Oak Ridge City Council meeting. He and his wife Jenna plan to continue living in Oak Ridge. A search for a new city manager is currently underway.
Mark Watson smiles as he speaks with guests during his retirement reception at the TownePlace Suites in Oak Ridge on Thursday, May 4, 2023. Watson retired on May 5 after serving as Oak Ridge's city manager for the last 12 years.
Oak Ridge City Manager Mark Watson jokes around after being presented by Oak Ridge Mayor Warren Gooch, not shown, with a "Retired" sash to wear. From left is Oak Ridge City Council members Jim Dodson, Ellen Smith and Watson's wife, Jenna.
Area auctioneer William "Bear" Stephenson, left, poses for a photo with Oak Ridge City Manager Mark Watson during Watson's retirement reception.
People mingle as a slideshow displays photos of Mark Watson during his retirement reception. Standing in front of the screen is Deputy City Manager Jack Suggs who will serve as interim until a new city manager is hired.
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