City of DeSoto, Texas

**Government** **City Hall Information** Welcome to DeSoto's City Hall located in the Jim Baugh Government Center in DeSoto, Texas. This is where DeSoto's municipal government and our elected officials work to establish programs, policies, and ordinances designed to safeguard our community and help our residents and businesses to thrive. It is also where the day-to-day operation of the City of DeSoto is carried out. Please use the following links or on the left navigation pane to access the information contained in this section. 1. [Boards & Commissions](https://www.desototexas.gov/171/Boards-Commissions) Get involved in local decision-making with the City of DeSoto's Boards and Commissions, where residents can serve on advisory groups that support City Council by reviewing policies, addressing community issues, and contributing to the city's growth and development. 2. [City Council](https://www.desototexas.gov/173/City-Council) The City Council is the governing and law making body of the City of DeSoto and consists of a Mayor and six Councilmembers. All are elected at large, by qualified voters of the entire city, and members must reside in the district they represent. The Mayor represents the city as a whole and is not required to live in a particular district. 3. [City Manager](https://www.desototexas.gov/174/City-Manager) Find the DeSoto City Manager and Executive Assistant contact info, plus staff directory and background on Majed Al-Ghafry. 4. [City Secretary](https://www.desototexas.gov/175/City-Secretary) City Secretary Office promotes transparency, preserves public records, oversees elections, and provides staff contacts for the City Secretary team. 5. [DeSoto TX TV](https://www.desototexas.gov/176/DeSoto-TX-TV) Archived meetings and videos provide access to past City Council sessions, agendas, and recordings, allowing residents to review decisions and stay informed on local government activities. 6. [Election Information](https://www.desototexas.gov/249/Elections) The City of DeSoto elections section provides important information on upcoming elections, candidate requirements, filing deadlines, and how to participate in the local voting process. 7. [FAQs](https://www.desototexas.gov/305/FAQs) Find answers to the most commonly asked questions.