Jeffrey D. Wells is the Assistant City Manager and serves as a member of the City Manager's leadership team, working for City Manager Mark Watson on the strategic direction of the City as defined by Monroe City Council.
Wells oversees the Planning & Development, Engineering, Parks & Recreation/Tourism Departments, and the Downtown Office. He will also play a significant role in meeting the needs of the City and achieving strategic initiatives set by City Council. Mr. Wells joined the City of Monroe in November 2024.
Wells brings to the City 25 years of experience in local government, most recently serving as Town Manager of Waxhaw, North Carolina. During his tenure, Wells led the completion of 29 capital improvement projects, including the design and opening of Waxhaw’s new Town Hall. Wells holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and is an active member of many professional organizations, including the North Carolina City and County Managers Association (NCCCMA), the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), and the American Planning Association (APA).