Boards and Commissions

City Boards & Commissions

The Anna City Council is asking citizens to become actively involved in City government by serving on a City Board or Commission. Boards and Commissions are important in that they enable the public to participate in Anna's government processes. Their activities help shape and influence public policy because they lend a more diverse viewpoint for the City Council to consider.

Applicants must:

1) Be a qualified voter in the City of Anna;

2) Must have resided exclusively within the corporate limits of the City, or recently annexed territory, for at least 12 months before the date that the person is appointed;

3) Be willing to attend the regularly scheduled meetings of the Board or Commission;

4) Adhere to the City Code of Ethics; and

5) Complete an official Board and Commission Candidate Application Form and submit it along with a personal resume or applications may be hand delivered or mailed to:

Office of the City Secretary
120 W. 7th St.
P.O. Box 776
Anna, TX 75409-0776

For more information, contact the City Secretary's Office at 972-924-3325 x 5305 or email.

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Anna Community Development Corporation

The Anna Community Development Corporation (CDC) works in cooperation with the Economic Development Corporation to coordinate efforts that expand the city’s business tax base. The corporations have provided incentives that resulted in much of the retail development that has occurred in Anna since 2008. The corporation aims to improve the quality of life for its neighbors by funding projects that bring entertainment, parks, and tourism to the community. The corporations recently purchased 5 acres at Highway 5 and 7th Street to create a vibrant and welcoming downtown for our neighbors. The Anna Development Corporation (CDC) also works with the City to identify and fund community facilities and related projects that maintain and enhance the quality of life in Anna. The membership consists of seven volunteers who serve for two-year staggered terms. Meetings normally occur on the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

Anna Economic Development Corporation

The Anna Economic Development Corporation (EDC) works in cooperation with the Community Development Corporation to coordinate efforts that expand the city’s business tax base with a focus on creating primary jobs within the City of Anna. The corporations have provided incentives that resulted in much of the retail development that has occurred in Anna since 2008. The membership consists of seven volunteers who serve for two-year staggered terms. Meetings normally occur on the first Thursday of each month following the Community Development Corporation meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Anna Housing Finance Corporation

The Anna Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) was created in 2021 by the City of Anna and operates pursuant to Chapter 394, Local Government Code, as amended. The AHFC plays a key role in the financing of affordable rental housing developments in the City through the issuance of tax-exempt private activity bonds that are typically also financed with Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTCs). The primary function of the AHFC is to issue single-family and multi-family bonds for the financing of reasonably priced housing.

The Anna Housing Finance Corporation is managed by a board of directors comprised of members of the City Council. Board members elect a president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer.

Anna Public Facility Corporation

The Anna Public Facility Corporation (APFC) was created in 2021 by the City of Anna and operates pursuant to Chapter 303, Local Government Code, for the purpose of assisting the City in the financing, refinancing, or providing public facilities. The APFC provides for the acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, renovation, repair, and furnishing of public facilities in the City. The APFC may also serve as an additional bond issuer to significantly expand its access to the private activity bond cap for financing affordable housing in the City of Anna.

The Anna Housing Finance Corporation is managed by a board of directors comprised of members of the City Council. Board members elect a president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is a quasi-judicial board that serves as an appeal body for individuals seeking variances to the Zoning Ordinance and to persons who wish to appeal a decision made by an administrative official enforcing the Zoning Ordinance. The Board of Adjustment also serves as the Buildings and Standards Commission. Membership consists of five regular members and two alternates who serve for two-year staggered terms. The board schedules meetings at 6 p.m. quarterly and as needed.

Neighbor Engagement and Inclusion Advisory Commission

The Anna Neighbor Engagement and Inclusion Advisory Commission advises the City Council of community dialog to ensure all neighbors are seen, heard, acknowledged, and celebrated by fostering connections among diverse groups with the city government. The Commission consists of seven members appointed by the City Council to serve for two-year staggered terms. Unless otherwise posted, the Commission meets at 6 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board advises the City Council on park-related matters. The Board assists in the development of the park's master plan and reviews and recommends approval of the concept plan for new parks. Members assist with the financing and construction recommendations of new park facilities and recreation programs, including the development of grant applications. The Board consists of seven members who serve for two-year staggered terms. Meetings normally occur on the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is responsible for reviewing new commercial and residential developments within the City. The Commission is the approval body for subdivision plats and site plans. It reviews and makes recommendations to the City Council on Zoning Ordinance amendments, specific use permits, and rezoning requests. The Planning & Zoning Commission also serves as the Tree Board and Impact Fee Advisory Committee. The Commission consists of seven members who serve for two-year staggered terms. Meetings normally occur on the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m.