City of Carrollton, TX

07/14/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/14/2025 15:16

Learn. Serve. Improve. Applications Open for Boards & Commissions

The City of Carrollton is now accepting applications for 2025 Boards & Commissions appointments. Residents are encouraged to get involved in the areas of community life that mean the most to them.

Members make a difference: City governments everywhere depend on residents who volunteer their time and expertise as members of boards, commissions, and committees. Citizen involvement is vital in setting the direction of Carrollton's future since members of these 10 groups help City Council shape and influence public policy by sharing diverse viewpoints.

Want to learn more? Join the City of Carrollton for the 2025 Boards & Commissions Meet & Greet on Wednesday, August 27 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Carrollton City Hall (1945 E. Jackson Road).

Attendees can visit information tables throughout the first and second floor lobby areas, chat with City Councilmembers, and discover where citizens can add value as members. City staff will be on hand to answer questions and provide overviews of each board, commission, and committee. Applications for all seats will be accepted until Friday, September 5.

See Carrollton's 10 boards, commissions, and committees below:

Capital Improvements Plan Advisory Committee (CIPAC) advises and assists City Council in developing the multi-year Capital Improvement Plan which includes financial planning standards and developing criteria for prioritizing capital projects, assessing debt issuance plans, developing the annual capital budget, and participating in bond referendum master planning.

Firefighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission hears, investigates, and decides on appeals of matters regarding Carrollton Fire Rescue and the Carrollton Police Department, including the removal or suspension of any firefighter or police officer. The commission determines the classifications of all firefighters and police officers, provides for open, competitive, and free entrance examinations, and conducts all promotional examinations.

Library Board receives suggestions and recommendations from City residents regarding the development and improvement of the Library and its services.

Museum & Historic Advisory Committee (MHAC) advises and makes recommendations to City Council regarding the A.W. Perry Homestead Museum and other landmarks to include history, art, architecture, or other areas of cultural significance to the City for future generations.

Neighborhood Advisory Commission (NAC) provides guidance for reinvestment in low to moderate-income neighborhoods through projects related to the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development grant programs and beautification funds. Serves as liaison between neighborhoods and City staff.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board advises and makes recommendations to City Council regarding parks and recreation policies, procedures, and pricing, as well as the improvement of the department and its services.

Planning & Zoning Commission (P&Z) has the authority to approve subdivision plats and technical site plans, and provide recommendations to City Council regarding applications for amendments to the subdivision and zoning ordinances, zoning map, and the Comprehensive Plan, in accordance with State law.

Property Standards Board (PSB) hears and decides appeals on dilapidated or neglected properties and issues orders for repair or demolition of substandard structures. They hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the Building Official and Fire Marshal, relative to the application and interpretation of building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire, and housing codes, as well as sign, visibility, and driveway ordinances. They also hear requests for variances, as well as special or meritorious exceptions to Carrollton's Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and Sign Regulations, in addition to hearing appeals to the City's Hotel/Motel Ordinance and Apartment Crime Reduction Program.

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1 (TIRZ) prepares and adopts a project and reinvestment financing plan for the Zone and must submit such plans to the City Council for approval. The Board of Directors also prepares the submission of an annual report on the status of the Zone.

Traffic Advisory Committee (TAC) receives and considers information of a traffic enhancement nature and makes written recommendations to encourage and promote traffic safety within the City. The committee coordinates the planning and implementation of projects by various organizations interested in traffic safety.

Applicant Qualifications

The Carrollton Home Rule Charter establishes certain qualifications that must be met by all members of City boards, commissions, and committees. To serve, members must:

  • have been a resident of Texas and a Carrollton resident for at least one year
  • be a qualified Carrollton voter at the time of appointment
  • ·not have been convicted of a crime of moral turpitude
  • ·not be an adversary party to pending litigation against the City, except for eminent domain proceedings, and
  • have a creditable record of attendance and performance in any previous board service

Carrollton City Council will discuss the appointments in an October work session prior to a Council meeting. Some boards and commissions will require interviews for potential candidates. All applicants will be notified after the appointment process. Those appointed will begin their term in November. Applications are accepted year-round and considered for vacancies and other opportunities that arise during the year.

For more information or to fill out an application, visit cityofcarrollton.com/boards or call 972-466-3001.

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