City of Melissa, Texas

Welcome To City Of Melissa!!!
The City of Melissa is a fast growing family-friendly community in North Texas with a population of approximately 6,000. It is home to the Recognized Melissa Independent School District, including EXEMPLARY rated Harry McKillop Elementary and Melissa Ridge Intermediate Schools. Melissa is located thirty five miles north of downtown Dallas in the dynamic growth area of northeast Collin County. Its close proximity to Dallas and it's major thoroughfares offer easy access to all parts of the Metroplex, including Fort Worth, and other areas of Texas as well. Learn more at WHY MELISSA

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Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Proposed Fitzhugh Creek Villas Development
The following information has been compiled based on, among other things, the concerns, questions and comments expressed by the citizens of the City of Melissa (“City”) regarding the proposed rezoning of the tract of land, generally located at the southwest corner of State Highway 121 (“SH 121”) and Miller Road, (“Property”) for the purpose of developing a multi-family (“MF”) housing complex known as “Fitzhugh Creek Villas” (“Proposed Development”). For the complete 'FAQ', including printable PDF, click on the title header above. **NOTE: the Public Hearing on this item will continue at the February 11, 2014 Regular City Council Meeting**

Melissa Retail Economic Development Plan and Website Now Available
In January 2013 the City of Melissa funded a Retail Economic Development Plan, which was conducted and completed by The Retail Coach, LLC. The strategy was to provide a better understanding of Melissa's retail sector in order to improve opportunities for existing retailers and to provide a foundation for attracting new developers, retailers, and restaurants to Melissa. Check out the full report and new www.MelissaRetail.com to learn more!

No Parking Ordinance Updated; Enforcement as of February 1st
Updated No Parking Ordinance for portions along Washington Drive, Surrey Drive, and Throckmorton Road is now in effect and enforced as of February 1, 2014. Click on the header for details. Please contact The Melissa Police Department at (972) 838-2033 if you have any questions.