City of Farmers Branch
Ben Williamson is an experienced municipal leader currently serving as City Manager for the City of Farmers Branch since January 2017, having previously held positions as Assistant City Manager and Assistant to the City Manager. Prior to this role, Ben served as the Emergency Management Coordinator and Assistant to the Fire Chief for the City of Southlake, Texas, from March 2014 to January 2017, and as Senior Emergency Management Specialist for the City of Garland from July 2009 to February 2014. Ben's earlier career includes a managerial position at Landry's Restaurants from May 1998 to June 2009. Academically, Ben holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from The University of Texas at Arlington and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Emergency Administration & Planning from the University of North Texas.
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City of Farmers Branch
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There is no place better in the Dallas area to live, work, play, and raise a family. As the oldest settlement in Dallas County, Farmers Branch is a community that is steeped in Texas heritage with deep roots but with it’s eyes firmly fixed on the future. Known as the City in the Park, Farmers Branch is a first-ring suburb of Dallas that has the benefits of small-town charm but with direct access to the infrastructure and amenities of the DFW area. The City is focused on leadership in education, sustainability, innovative commercial development, and smart-city design. Located along I-35, I-635, SH-161, and the Dallas North Tollway, Farmers Branch is well-positioned in the metroplex to allow businesses and residents to get anywhere in the Dallas region in 20 minutes or less. Our community takes pride in keeping our corner of the metroplex vibrant, colorful, and clean thanks to our dedication to our park system. With 28 parks throughout the City and a master-planned trail system, the City is dedicated to enhancing and advancing various forms of multimodal transportation, primarily focusing on walkability, interconnected bike trails throughout the city and neighboring cities, and promoting and developing around mass public transit. Our services are unparalleled, as are our people. From our world-class public safety, to our award-winning community theater, to our community events and celebrations, Farmers Branch truly offers the perfect place to call home for businesses and residents.