Branch Review
CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS
City Manager’s Contract Extended
Consistency of operations is crucial for any organization’s employees and customers. It enhances the organization’s reputation, while creating stability and building an efficient work environment; and, most importantly, consistency supports customer trust. When we know that management and operations will continue in a consistent manner, it brings a level of comfort to everyone.
With this in mind, the City Council proactively reviewed City Manager Ben Williamson’s contract during the July 11 budget retreat. Councilmembers initiated this effort to reinforce their support for the direction the City is headed and the value of retaining top talent.
Williamson attributes his success to the employees and the culture of the organization. “Being the City Manager of Farmers Branch is truly the best job in the world,” said Williamson. “We have an amazing team, with strong support from our City Council and residents who love their community. I believe the best is yet to come.”
Williamson’s contract was extended for a total of three years. He is currently serving the first year of his contract.
our road map for the Future
On August 1, the City Council adopted the City of Farmers Branch Comprehensive Plan, a 20-year road map for the future. The purpose of the plan is to establish a city-wide vision, collective goals and an implementation strategy for the development and redevelopment of property within Farmers Branch for the next two decades. City staff and the consulting firm, Stantec, have been working on an updated plan for the last year. The process involved multiple town hall meetings, pop-up events, walk shops and online surveys. In total, more than 360 citizens attended in-person events and 300 online surveys were completed, adding input to the vision and guiding principles of the plan.
To view the Comprehensive Plan, visit farmersbranchtx.gov.
New Hours of Operation
NEW CITY HALL HOURS
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
We have expanded our hours of operation at City Hall to provide you with more flexibility when conducting business with the City. Departments with expanded hours include Code Enforcement, Inspections, Permits, Open Records and Utility Billing.
This change in hours does not affect other City services or facilities, and you can still visit the City’s website, farmersbranchtx.gov, to pay your utility bill, pay traffic fines and citations, and more.
LABOR DAY HOURS
Monday, September 4
Rec Center closes at 5 p.m.
Aquatics Center closes at 5 p.m.
Historical Park closes at 5 p.m. City Hall is closed
Manske Library is closed
The Branch Connection is closed
Garbage / recycling will be collected
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Saturday, September 9 | 5 p.m. | The Branch Connection
Ages 50+ | $20 per member
Saddle up and step into the thrilling world of the Wild West for our unforgettable evening filled with exhilarating casino games, mouthwatering food and a chance to strike it rich in the heart of the frontier.
For more information and ticket sales, visit thebranchconnection.com.
