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Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-043, adopting an updated travel and reimbursement policy for the City Council; and take appropriate action.
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REQUESTOR:
Mayor Terry Lynne
Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Roger Neal
BACKGROUND:
The City of Farmers Branch is committed to ensuring its elected leadership remains informed, engaged, and prepared to guide the City's governance and policy direction. Participation in professional development opportunities, conferences, and policy forums offered through organizations such as the Texas Municipal League and the National League of Cities, as well as other regional, statewide, and national meetings, provides City leadership with valuable insight into emerging trends, legislative updates, and best practices in municipal governance.
In addition to educational opportunities, travel may also support broader municipal priorities such as strengthening intergovernmental relationships, participating in regional policy discussions, and engaging in economic development opportunities that benefit the City of Farmers Branch. These engagements allow City leadership to represent the community, collaborate with peer municipalities, and bring forward innovative approaches that strengthen the City's long-term strategic position.
To ensure transparency and appropriate oversight, travel and reimbursement requests are administered in accordance with the City Council Travel and Reimbursement Policy. Unless otherwise provided in the policy, requests for travel and reimbursement are reviewed by the Travel Expense Review Committee, which consists of three members of the City Council.
On January 21, 2025, the City Council approved Resolution No. 2025-019, establishing guidelines for the approval, reimbursement, and oversight of travel and related expenses incurred by City Councilmembers, the City Manager, and the Municipal Judge while conducting official City business.
On June 3, 2025, the City Council approved Resolution No. 2025-093, wh...
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