Newly Elected City Officials' Orientation

Starting or Continuing Your Service on Council? Get Ready to Dive In!

Whether you’re starting or continuing your term as a mayor or councilmember, TML will help you excel in your public service role. Our Newly Elected City Officials’ Orientation will guide you through the fundamentals of city government, help you sidestep potential legal issues, and give you the resources and connections to increase your impact as a city leader.

We’ll talk about:

Inspirational and collaborative leadership
The key rules in parliamentary procedure
Budget and tax rate setting
Ethical governance
Fundamentals of city regulation
Land use and zoning
Legal and legislative issues
Economic development
Texas Public Information Act (required training)
Texas Open Meetings Act (required training)

This orientation will provide the knowledge and tools needed to navigate your responsibilities with confidence and make a meaningful difference in your community. Make plans to join us!