Addison's Municipal Court will close at 10am on Friday, June 20.

Government

About Addison

Unique amenities, innovative developments, nationally acclaimed events, internationally recognized brands, and more restaurants per capita than any city in the U.S., Addison is the destination in North Texas for fast-paced business and world-class fun!

Budget

Addison's Fiscal Year runs from October 1 - September 30. The City Manager submits a proposed budget to Council by July 31.

City Council

The Council's responsibility is to enact local legislation, adopt budgets, determine policies and appoint the City Manager.

City Manager's Office

Leading Addison's diverse department in the right direction, the City Manager's team provides administrative oversight for all Addison functions and staff.

City Secretary

Appointed by the Mayor and City Council, the City Secretary is a statutory position required by state law to manage city records.

Charter/Code of Ordinances

The Charter serves as the foundational document that defines Addison's governance structure, powers, and responsibilities, while the Code of Ordinances compiles the laws and regulations adopted by the Town Council to guide day-to-day operations and community standards.

Elections

The Addison City Council election is held on the first Saturday in May of each year. The Town contracts with Dallas County Elections Department.

Meetings & Agendas

City Council typically holds business meeting on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month and work sessions are frequently held prior to the regular meeting.

Municipal Court

The Addison Municipal Court helps handle traffic tickets, ordinance violations, and other minor cases.

Open Records Request

The Texas Public Information Act gives the public the right to request access to government information. The act is triggered when a person submits a written request to a governmental body.

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Departments

Find information about each of our departments, as services, guides, forms, documents , contact information, and additional details.