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At the June 1, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting, Farmersville officials handled a police disciplinary appeal, approved a new road and bridge agreement with Collin County, and changed the city’s vacation leave sellback rules. Council also heard public concerns about street conditions and property maintenance, received updates on the Chaparral Trail project, and lined up several items for future agendas.

Officer Demotion Stands, Road Partnership Continues And Leave Rules Tighten In Farmersville

Farmersville officials left one police disciplinary decision in place, continued a four-year road and bridge partnership with Collin County, and restricted when city employees may sell back vacation leave during the June 1 City Council meeting. Residents also brought concerns about damaged mowing equipment, tall grass, potholes and tree limbs, while officials reported major progress on the Chaparral Trail project.

Officer Jared Crawley’s Demotion Stands After Appeal

Officer Jared Crawley’s demotion will remain in place after council members reviewed his disciplinary appeal in executive session. Officials did not publicly disclose the reason for the demotion during the meeting.

Four-Year Road And Bridge Partnership Continues With Collin County

Farmersville will continue working with Collin County on road and bridge improvements under a four-year interlocal agreement beginning Oct. 1, 2026. Officials said the agreement follows the same general arrangement the city has used before, with the updated term being the primary change.

City Employees Will Face New Limits On Vacation Leave Sellbacks

City employees will now be limited to selling back vacation leave once per year, at the end of the year, under revised personnel rules. Human Resources staff said the previous policy allowed multiple sellbacks during the year, while the updated policy adds deadlines and maximum amounts to make the process easier to manage and more predictable for budgeting.

Chaparral Trail Base Work Reaches Full Project Stretch

Work on the Chaparral Trail has advanced across the full project area, with the contractor laying base along approximately 31,500 feet of trail. Remaining work includes stabilization checks, testing, tree trimming and coordination on intersection crossings with TxDOT and Hunt County. The project remains scheduled under contract through July.

Parking Confusion And Faded Curbs Draw Safety Concerns

Questions about faded curb markings and illegal parking led to a discussion of loading zones, no-parking areas and enforcement. Police Chief Phillips said yellow curbs identify loading and unloading zones, while red curbs mark no-parking areas. Council members also pointed to concerns involving narrow residential streets and vehicles parked near fire hydrants.

Two Former Police Vehicles Head To Auction

A 2010 GMC Yukon and a 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe connected to the Police Department will be listed for sale through Renee Bates Online Auction. Chief Phillips said the Yukon had been seized in connection with a theft case and the Tahoe was a former grant vehicle now owned by the city. Sale proceeds are typically used toward replacement police vehicles.

Downtown Businesses Land Grants For Fire Protection, Growth And Signage

Several downtown-related grants were reported from the Farmersville Economic Development Corporation’s May 21 meeting. Denise Gay received a $47,704 fire suppression grant for the Edward Jones office at 117 South Main. Gary and Cynthia Tryon received a business development grant of up to $25,000 for a $53,150 project at 119 McKinney Street. Adam White of Cup and Canner received a 50 percent matching sign grant for $2,640.

Property Owner Says City Water Meter Site Damaged His Equipment

Resident Michael Branch told officials that an area disturbed during installation of a large city water meter on his property still needs maintenance. Branch said uneven ground recently caused about $150 in damage to his mowing equipment. He was not asking the city to reimburse him, but asked officials to maintain and level the site as previously discussed.

Merritt Street Resident Calls Out Overgrowth, Tree Limbs And Potholes

Resident Jimmy Muniz raised concerns about conditions near Merritt Street, saying one side of the road remained overgrown after mowing work. He also asked the city to address tree limbs near transformers and potholes along the street.

Board Vacancies Open The Door For New Volunteers

Two board resignations created additional openings for residents interested in city service. Dean Johnson resigned from the Parks and Recreation Board after moving out of Farmersville, while Renee Dees resigned from the Farmersville Community Development Corporation 4B Board and the amenities board after moving out of the area. City staff encouraged residents to apply for open board and commission seats.

Trail Access, Flock Cameras And Welford School Update Could Return Soon

Several topics may return for future council discussion, including an update on the Welford School initiative, clearing part of the Chaparral Trail, reviewing trail bollards that block vehicle access, and examining how Flock cameras have been used and whether more may be needed. Council also requested discussion of whether the number of seats on the Parks and Recreation Board should be reduced.

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🛍️ Yards of Yard Sales
📅 June 6 | 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Farmersville
A treasure hunt with no admission fee and plenty of small-town charm. If you love the thrill of finding something oddly perfect, this is your Saturday.

🌽 Farmersville Market
📅 June 6 | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
The Historic Onion Shed, 154 S Main St, Farmersville, TX 75442
A classic Farmersville outing with local vendors, good eats, and a lively community feel. Equal parts shopping trip and weekend mood booster.

🚗 Market & Motors Showcase
📅 June 6 | 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Historic Downtown Farmersville
This one brings the shine and the horsepower. Expect a crowd-pleasing mix of cars, trucks, bikes, live music, food trucks, and downtown browsing.

🏃 Last Person Standing Race
📅 June 6 | 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Chaparral Trail Head behind the Onion Shed in Farmersville
Not exactly your average fun run. If endurance is your thing, this is the kind of event that turns grit into a spectator sport.

🍝 Chamber Luncheon
📅 June 9 | 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Venecia Italian Restaurant
A midday meetup with a side of local connection. Good for catching up on community happenings without pretending lunch is just lunch.

☕ Morning Networking
📅 June 18 | 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Dairy Queen Farmersville
Coffee, conversation, and community-minded people before most of us have fully powered on. A solid way to start the day and swap a few good ideas.

⭐ Audie Murphy Day
📅 June 19 | 7:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Farmersville
A meaningful local tradition that honors an iconic name with a full slate stretching into the next day. One to keep on your radar if you like your community events with a sense of history.

🧠 Trivia Night with Clay Potter
📅 June 20 | 7:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Market Affair Beer & Wine Garden
Bring your best random facts and your most competitive friends. Clay Potter is hosting, which means the trivia should be sharp and the night lively.

Freedom Through Music: Clay Potter And Band Celebrate The Birthday Of America📅 July 3 | 6:00 PM
📍 The Onion Shed, Downtown Farmersville

Celebrate Independence Day weekend in Downtown Farmersville with live music from Clay Potter and Band at The Onion Shed. Bring a lawn chair, wear your dancing shoes, and settle in for a Friday evening of music, community, and small-town summer energy.
Sponsored by the Farmersville Parks and Recreation Board, the Farmersville Economic Development 4B Board, and the City of Farmersville.