Joel Burns

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Personal Information

District 9 representative Joel Burns seeks to help steer his native Cowtown through the challenges that come from rapid growth and continuing to meet changing needs in the nation's 17th largest city.

Burns took his seat on the Council dais in January 2008 following a run-off election in December 2007, but he is no stranger to city government.

Burns previously has served on the Zoning Commission, the Tarrant Housing Partnership and the Historic Fort Worth board as well as chaired the Historical and Cultural Landmarks Commission. Additionally, he has taken a leadership role in neighborhood and professional organizations.

As a council member, Burns serves on the following boards and committees:

Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee
Economic and Community Development Committee
Infrastructure and Transportation Committee
Downtown Tax Increment Finance District Board
Lancaster Tax Increment Finance District Board
Southside Medical District Tax Increment Finance District Board
Southwest Parkway Tax Increment Finance District.