Why Engagement? 

We believe that community engagement is at its best when relationships are created between the Town and its stakeholders. We believe that by promoting positive relationships and engagement, we can increase trust in local government, improve communication, increase resident satisfaction, solve problems, and improve quality of life. 

Let's Engage! Email engage@littleelm.org to learn more or start a conversation!

Current Engagement Opportunities

The Little Elm Economic Development Corporation Board, The Little Elm Community Development Corporation Board, and The Little Elm Animal Services Advisory Board are looking for volunteers. Apply online through this Boards & Commissions Application. 

EDC BOARD

The Little Elm Economic Development Corporation is seeking eligible individuals to fill two positions opening this October. Both are full-term positions that will expire September 30, 2026. Interviews will be on Tuesday, October 10. New members will be in place to attend the November 2023 Board Meeting. Meetings are on the 2nd Monday of each month. The Economic Development Corporation is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporation that provides leadership and vision for the Town of Little Elm's economic future. The EDC is charged with attracting new commercial businesses, tourism opportunities, and jobs to Little Elm. Our mission is to advance economic development in Little Elm while capitalizing on our lakeside character and sense of community. Members of the EDC board are entrusted with recruiting, retaining, and entering into legal agreements with firms, companies, organizations, and enterprises that serve to increase the local tax base and create jobs within Little Elm. You may obtain more information by calling 214-975-0408 or visiting www.littleelmedc.com.

CDC BOARD

The Little Elm Community Development Corporation is seeking eligible individuals to fill four positions opening this October. All are full-term positions that will expire September 30, 2025. Interviews will be on Tuesday, October 10. The Community Development Corporation (CDC) is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporation that provides leadership and funding for projects that enhance and preserve Little Elm's quality of life. Meetings are held quarterly. The eight-member board, which includes seven residents and one member of the Town Council, oversees and administers the use of funds for a wide variety of projects that benefit residents of Little Elm. In Little Elm, CDC funds are used primarily for construction projects, park development, special events, and community improvement activities that help create an atmosphere that embraces the Town as a family entertainment and amusement center.

ANIMAL SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD

The Little Elm Animal Services Advisory Board is seeking two eligible individuals to fill two positions: one who must be a licensed veterinarian. These positions will expire September 30, 2026. Interviews will be on Tuesday, October 10. The Animal Services Advisory Board is the primary advisory board to the Town of Little Elm Animal Shelter. The purpose of the Board is to make recommendations to animal services regarding policies and procedures of the animal shelter operations, make recommendations to the Town Council on revisions to Chapter 18 (Animals) of the Little Elm Code of Ordinances, make recommendations to Town Council on revisions to applicable fees, and general discussion of animal-related issues within the Town. The Board is comprised of one licensed veterinarian, one representative from an animal welfare organization, one municipal official, one person whose duties include the daily operations of the Animal Shelter, and one at-large position, as appointed by the Town Council.

Upcoming Community Engagement Activities

State of the Town - September 28, 2023 - Council Chambers 100 W. Eldorado Parkway 8:30-10 a.m.
Coffee with a Cop - September 29, 2023 - McDonalds FM 423/Eldorado Parkway at 7:30 a.m.
National Night Out - October 3, 2023
Fire Department Open House - October 7, 2023 88 W. Eldorado Parkway 11 a.m.-2 p.m.