Grand Prairie City Secretary, Mona Lisa Galicia, has newly been elected as a trustee of the Texas Municipal Clerks Association (TMCA), securing a pivotal role in an organization dedicated to excellence in local governance. The election took place at TMCA's annual business meeting in Frisco, as detailed by the City of Grand Prairie, Texas.
As a trustee, Galicia is set to responsibly uphold the goals and objectives of the TMCA, a body known for its contribution to Texas' public administration since 1952. The Texas Municipal Clerks Certification Program (TMCCP), an educational initiative endorsed by the Local Government Code, is one of the key services provided by the association, ensuring city clerks and secretaries are at the forefront of governance practice.
Drawing from over two decades of public service in Grand Prairie, Galicia's election is a testament to her extensive experience in various administrative roles. Notably, her resume includes positions as Risk Manager, Paralegal to the City Attorney, and the head of the City Secretary's Office. Her background was highlighted in a recent post on the city's official website, along with her educational accomplishments with degrees from The University of Texas at Arlington and Dallas College.
Galicia's commitment to professional development and community involvement can't help but be evident, as she has completed the TMCA's highly rigorous William “King” Cole Education Series (2022-2023) and currently participates in the women’s and youth ministry at her church. Her community engagement extends to serving as a mentor and panelist for the North Texas Leadership Symposium and as a Board Member of the Pregnancy Resource Center of Grand Prairie.
The TMCA is gearing up to leverage Galicia's expertise in furthering its mission of motivating city clerks and secretaries to excel, while she brings her influence to bear on the educational programs for them. Her years of dedicated service and the variety of roles she's filled place her in a unique position to guide her peers with insight and mentorship in the evolving realm of municipal governance.
