Melissa, Texas, is located on the northern edge of the bustling Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, 35 miles north of Dallas. It is a fast-growing, progressive suburb that is home to more than 25,000 residents who take pride in preserving their small-town, family-friendly ambiance and attitude. Melissa operates under a council-manager form of government, and the Melissa City Council is comprised of the Mayor and six Council Members. The Finance Department handles all budget, audit, accounting, treasury management, payroll, and financial reporting for the City of Melissa. This Department is committed to all accounting and finance functions for Melissa and is focused on managing the City’s resources in an efficient, effective, and responsible manner. The City has been awarded the