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Mayor 
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CAMRON WILCOX

Current Term:   5/2019 - 5/2021

cwilcox@winnsborotexas.com​

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Mayor Pro-Tem ​
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BRENDA SHIRLEY

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Current ​Term:  5/2018 - 5/2020
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bshirley@winnsborotexas.com​​
Brenda is a native Texan and long-time resident of Winnsboro. Prior to retirement she was Marketing Officer of First National Bank of Winnsboro. She and her husband, Ronny, retired postmaster of Winnsboro, have two sons and daughters-in-law, and six grandchildren. During her career, she was active in community organizations including Chamber of Commerce, Main Street, Autumn Trails, Keep Texas Beautiful, Winnsboro Art Center, Pilot Club and Civic Club. 
Brenda is currently serving as President-Elect of the Standard Club of Winnsboro, is a member of the Rock Gym Preservation Committee  and an active member at First Baptist Church of Winnsboro.
Brenda strives to promote "Progress and Preservation" for the City of Winnsboro.

Council Member
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MICHAEL JAYNES

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Current Term: 5/2018 - 5/2020
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mjaynes@winnsborotexas.com​

​ In 1972, Michael Jaynes took his first step into the world of acting and entertainment. His adventure started as an actor/dancer in Musical Theatre. As he developed his talent and leadership, Michael took the next step as Director/Producer. Some of his work includes: The National Touring companies of “The Music Machine Live,” “Gingerbrook Fare” Live, ”The Passion,” “Back Stage” and many others. In 2007 Michael was a part of making history when the weekly Sci-Fi show “Satacracy 88,” in which Michael plays the role of “Sandy Carter,” became the first Broad Band show to win an “Emmy” for “Outstanding Drama.”

For over three decades, he has developed an extraordinary talent as actor, teacher and life coach. Along the way, Michael has always had a desire to help others grow and understand “WHO they really are and WHAT they can become.”
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Michael moved to Winnsboro, Texas in 2010 when he married local girl Sandra Fransen. They have seven children and eight grandchildren. Being a part of a growing community is a very important aspect of life. Currently Michael serves on the Main Street board. He is the President and CEO of “Moon Monkey Production” and the Finance Manager at Texas Country Ford. 









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Council Member


CRIS COLUMBUS

Current Term:  05/2020 - 05/2021

ccolumbus@winnsborotexas.com

Council Member
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JOAN MORRIS

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Current Term: 5/2019 - 5/2021
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jmorris@winnsborotexas.com
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Joan moved to Winnsboro 12 years ago from California. Her professional and community experiences include:
  • Employed as Clerk of the (Transportation Authority) Board, which consisted of 14 mayors, and 5 county board of supervisors, for a period of 14 years.  As a result of this experience, she is very familiar with the Open Meeting laws and Public Information Act and aware of the many difficult decisions elected officials are faced with.
  • Appointed to the Alameda County Health Advisory Board, Human Relations Commission, and Transportation Citizens Advisory Council.
Prior to her 14 years in the above capacity, her professional career included 15 years in various educational facilities, including the University of CA, Berkeley Agricultural Economics Department, Chabot Community College, and California State University, Hayward.
Upon moving to Winnsboro, she immediately began volunteering at the local hospital, and became involved in local church and community activities.  In the past six years, Joan has served on the Winnsboro’s Economic Development Corporation Board, the WISD Facilities Committee/Political Action Committee and is in her second term as a City Council Member. Joan states that “it is her goal as a City Council Member, to be responsive to the citizens of this great city, to bring economic vitality in supporting local and new businesses, and to always be seen as an honest and trustworthy representative of our public service responsibilities”.


​Council Member

JIM HOLLOWELL

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Current Term: 09/2018 - 05/2020

jhollowell@winnsborotexas.com
Jim Hollowell grew up in Dallas, Texas. He attended college at Stephen F. Austin in Nacogdoches and fell in love with East Texas and the friendly people here.
Jim has been working for Pilgrims for fourteen years, and has been in the poultry industry for over 43 years at various supervisory and management levels.
Jim and his wife, Marilyn have lived in Winnsboro since 2007. Jim has served on the Planning & Zoning Commission Board and on the City Council. He is an active member of the Winnsboro Reformed Church.
Jim's goal is to promote the Economic Development, Fire Protection, Police Protection and infrastructure of Winnsboro. 
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May 14, 2019: Camron Wilcox was sworn in for a two-year term as Mayor; Council Member Joan Morris and new Council Member Mel Mellenberger were sworn in for two-year terms. Mayor Parrish "handing off the gavel" below after swearing in the new members.
The Winnsboro City Council meets every month on the second Tuesday of the month at 5:30 pm in the Council Chambers located in City Hall, 
501 S. Main St, Winnsboro. 

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