Boards & Commissions
There are many boards and commissions serving an array of city functions. They are outlined by the Royse City Code of Ordinances and in some cases the City Charter. Below are short descriptions of each current board and commission. If you are interested in serving on any of these, please fill out an application and return it to the City Secretary.
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Animal Shelter Advisory Committee
Four Member Board, with an additional three persons at-large, advises the City Manager as to the city’s current compliance and improvements to Chapter 823 of the Texas Health and Safety Code.
Meets Quarterly: proposed January, April, July, and October at 305 N. Arch St. City Hall, Conf. Rm. A
(May have Special Called Meetings)-check posted agenda for exact date, time and place
| Current Members: | Term Expires: |
| Dr. Rhonda Phillips | March 31, 2019 |
| Damien Novara | March 31, 2019 |
| Alysia Stiles | March 31, 2019 |
| Susan Craig | March 31, 2019 |
| At Large: Collin Shinn | March 31, 2019 |
| At Large: Kari Hargrove | March 31, 2019 |
| At Large: Bruce Bradley | March 31, 2019 |
Community Development Corporation Board of Directors
Four Member Board, with an additional three persons at-large, advises the City Manager as to the city’s current compliance and improvements to Chapter 823 of the Texas Health and Safety Code.
Meets Quarterly: proposed January, April, July, and October at 305 N. Arch St. City Hall, Conf. Rm. A
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| Current Members: | Term Expires: |
| Charles Houk | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| Dena Elder | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| Bobby Gladu | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| Clay Ellis | Dec. 31, 2020 |
| Mike Gilbert | Dec. 31, 2020 |
| Richard Pense | Dec. 31, 2020 |
| Jesse Vaughn | Dec. 31, 2020 |
Heritage Preservation Committee
Seven Member Commission to review and make recommendations to preserve city landmarks.
Meets second Wednesday of each month at 6 pm at 305 N. Arch St. City Hall, Conf. Rm. A
| Current Members: | Term Expires: |
| Open Seat | June 30, 2019 |
| Clay Ellis | June 30, 2020 |
| Jennifer Pizana | June 30, 2019 |
| Lucille Bell | June 30, 2020 |
| Donald Crenshaw | June 30, 2019 |
| Mike Gilbert | June 30, 2020 |
| Carol Burks | June 30, 2019 |
Impact Fee Advisory Committee
Eight Member Board for capital improvements designated by the City Council in accordance with Local Government Code Chapter 395.
Meets bi-annually: proposed February, August (May have Special Called Meetings)
Proposed location: 7 pm at 100 West Main St., Police and Courts Building, Courts/Council Chamber- check posted agenda for exact date, time and place.
| Current Members: | Term Expires: |
| Jeff Hays – Chairman | Oct. 1, 2020 |
| David Shivers | Oct. 1, 2020 |
| Spencer Pattison | Oct. 1, 2020 |
| Phil Haggard | Oct. 1, 2019 |
| Kari Hollifield | Oct. 1, 2019 |
| Daniel Sisk | Oct. 1, 2019 |
| Russell Flanigan | Oct. 1, 2019 |
| Open Seat | Oct. 1, 2020 |
Main Street Advisory Board
Nine Member Board to preserve the integrity of Main St. in Royse City.
Meets the 2nd Thursday each month at Noon at 305 N. Arch St, City Hall, Conf. Rm. A
| Current Members: | Term Expires: |
| Mary Johnson | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| Amy Hayes | Dec. 31, 2021 |
| Kelly Rogers | Dec. 31, 2021 |
| Amanda Mangrum | Dec. 31, 2020 |
| Bobby Gladu | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| Candice Middleton | Dec. 31, 2020 |
| Janet Nichol | Dec. 31, 2021 |
| Larry Lott | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| Sheila Whitney | Dec. 31, 2020 |
Cultural Arts Advisory Board
Seven Member Board to advise Council on the development and improvement of library services.
Meets every other month, 1st Monday at 6 pm at 309 N. Arch St, CF Goodwin Public Library
| Members by Place: | Term Expires: |
| 1. Sandy Clinard | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| 2. Loren Kelly | Dec. 31, 2020 |
| 3. Susan Simon | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| 4. CF Goodwin | Dec. 31, 2020 |
| 5. Micheal Morris, Sr. | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| 6. Lynn Powell | Dec. 31, 2020 |
| 7. Charles Carroll | Dec. 31, 2019 |
Parks, Recreation and Arts Board
Seven Member Board to advise Council on park acquisitions, maintenance, operations and use of parks and playgrounds.
Meets the 1st Wednesday each month at Noon at 305 N. Arch St. City Hall, Mellody Room
| Members by Place: | Term Expires: |
| 1. Bart Pearson | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| 2. Mike Chappell | Dec. 31, 2020 |
| 3. Cheryl Frye | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| 4. Neenu Suri | Dec. 31, 2020 |
| 5. Heather Todish | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| 6. Open Seat | Dec. 31, 2020 |
| 7. Harvey Lossier | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| Council Liaison – Janet Nichol | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| RCISD Ex-Officio – Michael Summers | Dec. 31, 2019 |
Planning and Zoning Commission
Seven Member Commission to review development proposals, rezoning cases, subdivision plats, replats and site plans. (All shall be residents of the city)
Meets the 1st Thursday each month at 7 pm at 100 West Main St., Police and Courts Building, Courts/Council Chamber. (May have Special Called Meetings.)
| Current Members: | Term Expires: |
| Jeff Hays – Chairman | Oct. 1, 2020 |
| David Shivers | Oct. 1, 2020 |
| Spencer Pattison | Oct. 1, 2020 |
| Phil Haggard | Oct. 1, 2019 |
| Kari Hollifield | Oct. 1, 2019 |
| Daniel Sisk | Oct. 1, 2019 |
| Russell Flanigan | Oct. 1, 2019 |
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Five Member Board to hear variances to the city’s Zoning ordinances and appeals of administrative decisions, and interpret and enforce the zoning ordinance. (All shall be residents of city)
Meets as needed at 100 West Main St., Police and Courts Building Courts/Council Chamber. (May have Special Called Meetings)
| Current Members: | Term Expires: |
| Clint Crawford | Dec. 31, 2020 |
| Carol Burks | Dec. 31, 2020 |
| Robert McMillan | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| Scott Irby | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| Jennifer Satterfield | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| Alternate – Phil Haggard | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| Alternate – Open | Dec. 31, 2019 |
| Alternate – Open | Dec. 31, 2020 |
| Alternate – Open | Dec. 31, 2020 |
