Boards

The City's boards are established at the desire of the City Council to carry out the functions and obligations of the City by making recommendations to the City Council. Each board or commission plays a very important role in the development of our City.

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The City encourages all residents to consider becoming actively involved in local government by serving on a City of Farmersville board or commission.

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2025-2026 Boards & Commissions Members & Liaisons Information (Excel Spreadsheet) (updated 03-18-2025)

Building & Property Standards Commission

The Building & Property Standards Commission hears and decides appeals of orders, decisions and determinations of Code Enforcement Officer and serves as an advisory board to the City Council. The Building & Property Standards Commission meets on a quarterly basis.…

Capital Improvement Advisory Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission also serves as the Capital Improvement Advisory Commission to study and project land use of the City over a period of time to develop "Land use Assumptions." Using Land Use Assumptions, the Commission recommends a Capital Improvement Plan to ensure adequate…

City Amenities Board

The City Amenities Board advises the Council on policy governing the Senior Citizen Center, Civic Center, and Library. Advises Council on needed improvements to services and facilities for our senior citizens and supports and promotes the need for good public library service. The…

Community Development Corporation 4B

The Community Development Corporation promotes the revitalization of the core areas of Farmersville, economic development, expanded recreational programs, and quality of life projects for the entire city. The Farmersville Community Development Corporation meets the 2nd Monday of…

Economic Development Corporation 4A

In 1996 Farmersville citizens approved the establishment of the Farmersville Economic Development Corporation (FEDC) to encourage the location of new businesses in the City and to foster the growth of existing local industries and businesses. Economic development goals are set by a local, five-…

Parks & Recreations Board

The Parks & Recreation Board promotes the development and beautification of all parks within the City. Encourages expansion and strengthening of all recreation programs by partnering with groups such as the Little League Association and the Riding Club. Advises the Council on the allocation…

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission reviews proposed changes to the City's Zoning Ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan, subdivision plats and development plans and makes recommendations to the City Council. Advises the Council on physical improvements to the City, including Capital…

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #1

Board Members

Bob Collins, Chairman
Jim Foy, Secretary
Mike Goldstein, Vice Chair
Darrell Hale
Chris Hill

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment handles variances and appeals relating to zoning / development. The Zoning Board of Adjustment meets as needed at 5:30 p.m., preceding regular City Council meetings. Board Members

Current City Council members serve as the…

Historic Preservation Commission

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Ad Hoc Committees

Ad Hoc Committees are temporary, purpose-specific committees formed at the direction of the City Council to address a particular issues or tasks, with the committee dissolving once its work is complete.

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