Marissa Ximenez was elected November 6, 2018, to Place 1 of the Floresville City Council. Ms. Ximenez has since been re-elected to multiple terms. City council members serve two-year terms, representing the interests of the entire city at large. Members work alongside the mayor to adopt ordinances, establish policies, and make key decisions that guide the city’s growth, development, and quality of life. In addition to participating in city council meetings, they engage with residents, attend community events, and represent Floresville in various civic and regional matters.
- Lifelong resident of Floresville, daughter to Johnny and Julie Ximenez
- Graduate of Floresville ISD (Class of 2002)
- Bachelors of Art in Psychology from St. Mary’s University (2006); McNair scholarship
- Attended University of Notre Dame to conduct, publish, and present research in the field of psychology
- Specialist in School Psychology degree from Texas State University (2009)
- Licensed school psychologist
- Current training manager for the Texas Council of Administrators of Special Education
- Previously director of special education for Poth ISD
- Previous special programs coordinator at East Central ISD
- Served on FEDC board for five years, held position of secretary
- Member of El Mesias United Methodist Church, currently Pastor Parish Relations chair
- Member of Floresville Independent School District Design Team for the District Strategic Planning Committee
- President of the Association of Hispanic Municipal Officials
- Texas Municipal League Board of Directors member
- Served as a member of the TML Audit, TML Legislative Policy Summit, and TML Constitution committees
- Councilwoman Ximenez has extensive experience in program development, budgeting, and securing funding at the federal, state, and local levels. She has a track record of implementing successful initiatives and advocating for underserved communities. Her understanding of how decisions impact programming and constituents allows her to make informed choices and drive progress. Councilwoman Ximenez is well-equipped to make a positive impact in her community.
- Priorities include social equity, shared prosperity, affordability, environmental stewardship, and public safety for all. Her top priority is safety. Councilwoman Ximenez will work to ensure the community has safe water to drink, safe roads to drive on, and for the community to feel safe enough to have their children play in the front yard. She will review the city budget and looks to ensure the taxpayers’ hard-earned money works for them. Will continue to support economic development to help Floresville grow to meet the needs of the community.
Contact Info
City Hall
1120 D Street
Floresville, TX 78114
(830) 581-1589
councilplace1@floresvilletx.gov