City of Arlington
Richard Gertson, FAICP, CNU-A, is an experienced planning professional currently serving as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at The University of Texas at Arlington, where Richard teaches Masters level courses in Planning Law, Plan Implementation, Zoning, and Regulations. In addition, Richard holds the position of Assistant Director of Planning & Development Services for the City of Arlington since October 2018. Richard's extensive background includes serving as the Director of Planning & Development Services for the City of Mesquite, the Planning & Development Services Director for the City of Abilene, and various roles such as City Manager in both Bartlesville and Bethany, OK. Richard began an urban planning career as an Urban Planner for the City of Galveston. Richard earned a Master of Arts in Urban & Regional Planning and a Doctor of Law from the University of Iowa, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Design from Texas A&M University.
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Arlington is The American Dream City because our competitive, can-do spirit makes dreams a reality. That spirit has been demonstrated many times over with big initiatives throughout its history. We are home to a host of global, domestic and family-owned businesses. And the American pride in our culturally-diverse citizens is undeniable. Home to the Texas Rangers, Dallas Cowboys and WNBA Dallas Wings, Arlington is the Entertainment Capital of the Southwest and an international destination, featuring the iconic Globe Life Park, the world-renown AT&T Stadium and the original Six Flags Over Texas theme park.