2025-066 DCAD Nomination Board of Directors Date: August 29,2025 Report No. 2025-066
INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
TO MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT:
Voting nominees to the Board of Directors of the Denton Central Appraisal District.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Denton Central Appraisal District (DCAD) has notified the City that the term for two
members (Places 4 & 7) on the current DCAD Board of Directors expires on December 31,
2025. Therefore, DCAD is seeking nominations from the taxing jurisdictions in the district. The
City Council may nominate one individual per open place, for a total of up to two nominees.
Once nominations are received by DCAD, a ballot will be sent to the City. The City Council will
then cast their vote to elect Board members at the December 2, 2025 City Council meeting.
BACKGROUND:
During the second special session of the 88th Legislature, the passing of Senate Bill 2 changed
the terms and composition of the board. The DCAD Board of Directors increased from a 5-
member board to a 9-member board. The board composition includes 5 members appointed by
the taxing jurisdictions, the Tax Assessor/Collector serving as a voting member, and 3 publicly
elected members. There were no changes made to the nomination and appointment process for
taxing jurisdictions. Board members serve staggered 4-year terms.
DISCUSSION:
The number of votes a taxing unit has is determined by their proportional share of the total levy
in the district from the prior tax year. There is a total of 5,000 votes throughout the district.
Current allocated votes for the City of Denton are being calculated by DCAD. The two
candidates who receive the largest cumulative vote totals are appointed to the board.
The current spaces for the DCADC Board of Directors that are up for election are as follows:
Name Title
Alex Buck Chairman—Place 6
Ann Pom kal TERM EXPIRING Vice Chairman—Place 4
Angie Cox Secret —Place 1
Lisa McEntire Member—Place 2
Rick Guzman Member—Place 3
Rob Altman Member—Place 5
Mike Hennefer TERM EXPIRING Member—Place 7
Charles Stafford Member—Place 8
Dawn Wa e TAC—Member—Place 9*
*Position changing to a voting member in 2024
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The following is a summarization of DCAD's nomination& approval process:
Prior to October 1st- DCAD notifies taxing entities of the number of votes they are entitled to
cast for appointing board members.
Prior to October 15th -Nominations are submitted to DCAD by each jurisdiction. Each
jurisdiction can nominate up to two candidates.
Prior to October 30th - DCAD compiles a comprehensive list of the nominees and forwards to
each taxing unit in the form of a ballot.
Prior to December 15th - The taxing jurisdictions choose by written resolution the candidate (s)
of their choice. The jurisdiction then submits the name (s) and the votes cast to DCAD.
Prior to December 31st -DCAD tabulates the votes and forwards the results back to the
jurisdictions. The two candidates that receive the most votes begin serving their terms on the
Board of Directors as of January 1 st, 2026.
Eligibility Guidelines:
The selection process for the Board of Directors is set forth in Section 6.03 of the Property Tax
Code. This process is not an"election" governed by the Texas Election Code. It is an
independent procedure unique to the property tax system. An appraisal district director must
reside in the appraisal district for at least two (2)years immediately preceding the date the
member takes office. Most residents are eligible to serve as a director. An individual who is
serving on the governing body of a city, county, or school district is eligible to serve as an
appraisal district's director. An employee of a taxing unit served by the appraisal district is not
eligible to serve as a director. However, if the employee is an elected official, he or she is
eligible to serve. Additionally, a person may not serve as a board member if closely related to
anyone in the appraisal district if related to anyone who represents owners in the district, or if the
person has an interest in a business that contracts with the district or taxing jurisdiction.
CONCLUSION:
Staff will bring forward a resolution for nominations at the September 9, 2025 Council meeting.
The City Council may nominate one individual per open place, for a total of up to two nominees.
Once nominations are received by DCAD, a ballot will be sent to the City. The City Council will
then cast their vote to elect Board members at the December 2, 2025 City Council meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
Denton Central Appraisal District Memorandum
STAFF CONTACT:
Matt Hamilton, Assistant Director of Finance
Matthew.Hamiltonkcityofdenton.com
(940) 349-8127 -
Date: August 29,2025 Report No. 2025-066
REQUESTOR:
Staff initiated.
PARTICIPATING DEPARTMENTS:
Finance Department
STAFF TIME TO COMPLETE REPORT:
0.5 hour
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MEMO
TO: Participating Taxing Entities of Denton County
FROM: Don Spencer, Chief Appraiser
SUBJECT: Request for Nominations for DCAD Board of Directors (Places 4 & 7)
DATE: August 8, 2025
In accordance with Section 6.03(g) of the Texas Property Tax Code, each taxing entity entitled
to vote in the election of appraisal district directors is hereby notified of its responsibility to
submit nominations for the upcoming Denton Central Appraisal District (DCAD) Board of
Directors election.
Open Positions
• Place 4— currently held by Ann Pomykal(Vice Chair)
• Place 7 — currently held by Mike Hennefer
Each taxing entity may nominate one individual per open place, for a total of up to two
nominees. Nominations must be submitted by written resolution before October 15, 2025.
Please include the full name and contact information for each nominee. The District will send a
short questionnaire to each nominee to provide additional information to the voting entities.
2025 Board Nomination &Appointment Calendar
• By October 1 — Chief Appraiser will provide each taxing entity its allocated number of
votes for the Board election.
• Before October 15— Each entity must submit adopted resolution(s) nominating up to
two individuals.
• Before October 30 —The Chief Appraiser will compile and distribute the list of nominees
in the form of an official ballot.
• Before December 15— Taxing entities may cast their votes by resolution.
Note: Per Section 6.03(k-1), any taxing entity entitled to cast at least five percent of
the total votes must determine its vote by resolution adopted at the first or second
open meeting of its governing body after receipt of the ballot, and must submit its vote
to the Chief Appraiser no later than the third day following adoption of the
resolution.
• Before December 31 — The two nominees receiving the highest number of votes will be
confirmed and will begin serving on January 1, 2026 for a four-year term ending
December 31, 2029.
Eligibility & Statutory Guidelines
Legal Framework:
This process is governed by Section 6.03 of the Texas Property Tax Code and is separate from
any procedures under the Texas Election Code.
Chief Appraiser's Role:
My role is to initiate and coordinate the nomination and voting process. I do not have the
authority to evaluate, investigate, or determine nominee eligibility or qualifications. This
responsibility rests with each governing body participating in the election. I am also not
permitted to extend statutory deadlines.
Basic Eligibility Requirements:
• Must have resided in Denton County for at least two years prior to taking office.
• May currently serve on the governing body of a city, county, or school district.
• Employees of taxing entities served by DCAD are ineligible unless they are elected
officials.
• Must not have conflicts of interest as defined by state law, including:
• Close relation to DCAD staff
• Representation of property owners in the district
• Interest in businesses contracting with DCAD or any taxing entity
Term of Office
In accordance with Section 6.031(e) of the Texas Property Tax Code, the two board members
selected will serve a four-year term from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2029.
Meeting Frequency
Pursuant to Section 6.04(b) of the Property Tax Code, the Board of Directors is required to meet
no less than once each calendar quarter. Historically, the DCAD Board has convened on the
second Thursday of most months; however, the meeting schedule is established at the Board's
discretion and may be revised to meet operational needs.
Should you have any questions about the process or deadlines, please reach out to my office.
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to the work of the Denton Central Appraisal District.
Sincerely,
Don Spencer
Chief Appraiser
Denton Central Appraisal District