2025-2026 Council Goals

HOSPITALITYOPTIMIZEMOTIVATEECONOMICAL



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We focus on quality of life in our community so all feel safe, valued, respected, and welcomed.
• Communicate and engage with the community
• Improve accessibility to the services we provide
• Enhance the perception of our brand
• Foster a sense of belonging by valuing diversity and inclusivity
• Foster a welcoming environment for businesses and residents
• Provide professional and courteous service
• Provide opportunities for a healthy lifestyle



Our processes enable us to deliver high-quality, expedient, and friendly service.
• Allocate resources for optimal results
• Ensure processes for integrated, cross-functional planning and execution
• Leverage technology to improve our effectiveness and efficiency
• Adapt business practices to respond to changing conditions



Our employees are empowered and trusted to work as a team to deliver exceptional service.
• Foster a positive workplace culture
• Ensure our employees have appropriate resources and exemplify the Vision
• Attract and retain a diverse, motivated, and qualified team
• Invest in the professional development of our employees



We build and maintain a consistently thriving and diverse financial base while being outstanding stewards of City resources.
• Increase and stimulate the sales tax base
• Increase the property tax base
• Leverage opportunities around TODs
• Manage infrastructure with fiduciary care
• Ensure City services are an optimal value





(l-r): Mayor Pro Tem Christopher Axberg, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem
Daisy Palomo, Councilmember Rowena Watters, Councilmember
Richard Fleming, Mayor Steve Babick, City Manager Erin Rinehart, Councilmember Dr. Andrew Palacios, Councilmember
Jason Carpenter, and Councilmember Nancy S. Cline
The Council typically meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month at City Hall, 1945 E. Jackson Road. The Council worksession begins at approximately 5:45 p.m., followed by the regular City Council meeting at 7 p.m. Agendas are available at City Hall and online 72 hours prior to each meeting.
Mayor and City Council
P.O. Box 110535, Carrollton, Texas 75011-0535
972-466-3001 • mayor.council@cityofcarrollton.com cityofcarrollton.com/council