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ECONOMY

The DFW Metro area is home to more Fortune 500 companies than any other area in the United States. The Town
of Westlake is a Gold Level Scenic City and home to many small independent businesses and several corporate
campuses.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

The Town of Westlake was incorporated in 1956 as a Type A general-law municipality under the rules of the state
of Texas. The Town operates under the Council-Manager form of government.

Town Council is comprised of a mayor and five ( 5) council members. It is responsible for passing ordinances,
adopting the budget, appointing committees, and hiring the Town Manager and Head of School. Mayor and Town
Council members serve two (2) year terms. All elected officials are elected for a two-year staggered term each
May.

The Town Manager is responsible for carrying out the policies and ordinances of the Council and overseeing the
day-to-day operations of the Town. The Town provides the necessary municipal and academic services for its
residents. Major services provided under the
general government and enterprise functions
are fire and emergency medical services,
contracted police services, water and sewer
utility services, park and open space areas,
financial accounting, communications and
community affairs, street improvements,
education, and other related administrative

services.

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