2. DeSoto residents interested in volunteering for one of the Boards or Commissions must submit an online application. Separate applications must be submitted for each position of interest. Once submitted, applications will be forwarded directly to the City Secretary. Applications will remain on file for one (1) year after submission.

   
   For additional information, please feel free to contact the Office of the City Secretary:

   
   Alicia Thomas

   City Secretary

   972.230.9664

   athomas@desototexas.gov

   
   Thank you for your interest in serving our community.
4. Full Name*
6. Maiden Name (if applicable)
8. Home Address*
10. Home Phone*
12. Daytime Phone*
14. Cell Phone*
16. E-Mail Address*
18. Employer*
20. Business Address*
22. City*
23. Zip*
25. Occupation*
27. I am applying for*
    -- Select One --Arts CommissionBuilding & Standards CommissionCitizen Police Advisory CommitteeCivil Service CommissionDeSoto Economic Development CorporationDeSoto Texas Cultural Arts FoundationDeSoto, Texas Historical FoundationDomestic Violence Advisory CommissionKeep DeSoto BeautifulLibrary Advisory BoardPark Development CorporationPlanning & Zoning CommissionVeterans Affairs CommitteeTri-City Animal Shelter BoardZoning Board of Adjustment
29. I have lived in DeSoto for this number of years*
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31. I am a registered voter in DeSoto.
    (Voter registration card lists a DeSoto address.)*

    1. YES
    2. NO
33. Special knowledge or experience qualifying you for this appointment*
35. If applying for Cultural Arts Foundation, do you have tangible experience/relevant experience in the Arts or a Historical background in DeSoto?
37. Educational Background*
39. Please provide additional information that would assist the City Council during their appointment process. (Civic Activities, Hobbies, etc.)*
41. Do you or a relative have a financial interest, direct or indirect, in any contract with the City? If yes, please explain.*
43. Do you or a relative have ownership in an entity transacting business with the City? If yes, please explain.*
45. Do you have any relatives employed by the City of DeSoto, If yes, please give their full name.

    Note: Pursuant to Section 9.104(j), no person related to an employee, the Mayor or any member of the City Council within the 1st degree by consanguinity or affinity shall be eligible to serve on the Planning and Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment, Civil Service, Building and Standards or Economic Development Corporation.*
47. Do you have any relatives currently serving on a DeSoto Board or Commission? Please include the Board/Commission name and the person’s full name.

    Note: Pursuant to Section 9.104(j), no person related to an employee, the Mayor or any member of the City Council within the 1st degree by consanguinity or affinity shall be eligible to serve on the Planning and Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment, Civil Service, Building and Standards or Economic Development Corporation.*
49. Are you related to any member of the City Council within the 1st consanguinity or affinity? If yes, please explain and give their full name.*
51. Date Application Submitted*
53. Disclaimer:*

    By checking this box, I certify that I have read and understood the Guide for DeSoto Public Officials Handbook.
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    1. *
57. Electronic Authorization Form Signature*

    By checking this box, I certify that the information I have provided is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. It also serves as my electronic signature. Furthermore, I acknowledge that I am aware that I will be subject to a background check if I am appointed to serve.

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