Wes Pierson, Frisco city manager, named Jason Brodigan, P.E., director of engineering services and Derrick Cotten, CPA, chief financial officer.
“Both Jason and Derrick are exceptionally qualified and perform at high levels,” says Wes. “They’re important to the success of Team Frisco, continuing our prioritization of efficiency and innovation in everything we do.”
Jason Brodigan
Jason says, “I’m excited and blessed to have the opportunity to lead a talented group of people.”
In his new role as director, Jason directs four divisions for a total of 49 staffers: Capital Improvement Projects, Construction Services, Development Review and Traffic Operations. They are responsible for management of planning, design and construction of city-funded infrastructure including roadways, water distribution and wastewater collection; inspection and administration of projects under construction to ensure compliance with Frisco's Engineering Design Standards; management of the planning, design and permitting of private developments for compliance with the city's Engineering Design Standards; plus traffic management and transportation planning, traffic signal construction and operations, neighborhood and school zone safety, special events, and mobility services, including demand response contracts.
“We’re going to need to be innovative to keep people moving without building more lanes. Utilizing latest in signal technology, as well as roundabouts, are two innovative approaches in our toolbox," he says.
Jason joined the City of Frisco in 2007 as a senior civil engineer. He was promoted to capital projects manager, which involved managing road infrastructure projects related to The Star and the PGA developments. In 2012, he was elevated to assistant director, which involves overseeing infrastructure redevelopment in historic downtown. He was named interim director during November 2023.
Prior to joining the City of Frisco, Jason worked nearly 14 years for the Texas Department of Transportation. He holds a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of Texas – Austin.
Derrick Cotten
Derrick states, “I am honored and humbled to be selected to serve the City of Frisco as the next CFO. Frisco has always been a leader in government finance and a good steward of taxpayer funds. We'll continue to focus on fiscal responsibility ensuring the long-term financial health of the city.”
He joined the City of Frisco in 2018 as accounting manager. He was promoted to controller and was later named director of finance. As finance director, he helped established the COVID small business grant program and assisted with implementing the funding structure for the PGA and Fields developments resulting from public private partnerships.
“Frisco’s finances are unique and complex,” adds Derrick. “It’s a team effort to manage, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to be part of that team.”
In his new role, Derrick leads a team of 62 professionals, who manage functions that include: administration, financial system administration, accounting, accounts payable, payroll, grant accounting, treasury, debt management, budget, long-range financial planning, housing and grants administration, municipal court and revenue collections/utility billing for the city.
Before joining the City of Frisco, Derrick held positions in the cities of Lodi and Stockton, California. Prior to his city service, he served six years in the US Air Force. He holds a bachelor's and master's degree in accountancy from California State University – Sacramento and University of West Florida, respectively.
Did you know that city statistics indicate Frisco has at least 2,008,339 skilled, available workforce personnel within 30 minutes of the city's premises?