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I’ve lived in Fort Worth my entire life.

for Tarrant Appraisal District Board Place 1

I hold degrees from Southern Methodist University and the University of North Texas.

I have two children who attended Northwest ISD schools.

Phyllis Durbin Grissom has lived in Fort Worth her entire life. She holds degrees from Southern Methodist University and the University of North Texas. She has two children who attended Northwest Independent School District schools.

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I’m running for the Tarrant Appraisal District Board because good leadership matters. TAD needs board members who are prepared to tackle difficult issues, ask tough questions, listen carefully and do the work required to make sound decisions.

Good leadership is not about having the loudest voice in the room. It’s about showing up, being prepared, listening carefully, asking good questions and doing the work.

Said Tarrant Appraisal District board members should be prepared, listen carefully, ask questions, and make sound decisions.

- Said Tarrant Appraisal District board members should be prepared, listen carefully, ask questions, and make sound decisions.

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Phyllis Durbin Grissom

I’m running for the Tarrant Appraisal District Board because good leadership matters. TAD needs board members who are prepared to tackle difficult issues, ask tough questions, listen carefully and do the work required to make sound decisions.
I’ve spent my career helping public institutions and complex organizations navigate challenges, build consensus and make important decisions. I’m ready to bring that experience, perspective and work ethic to the TAD Board.

Calls for Tarrant Appraisal District board members to tackle difficult issues, ask tough questions, listen carefully, and make sound decisions.

- Calls for Tarrant Appraisal District board members to tackle difficult issues, ask tough questions, listen carefully, and make sound decisions.

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- A board of directors member is an elected official who serves on the governing board of a special district, such as a municipal utility district (MUD).

- The board is responsible for overseeing the district’s operations, finances, and services, including utilities like water, wastewater, drainage, and infrastructure.

- Board members approve budgets, set tax rates or service fees, and make decisions about contracts and infrastructure projects within the district.

- The board ensures that the district complies with state laws and operates under the oversight of agencies such as the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

- In many districts, the board consists of five members elected by residents. Directors must meet eligibility requirements, including being at least 18 years old, a Texas resident, and either a qualified voter or property owner within the district.

An official who oversees utilities, finances, and services in a district.