Trophy Club Council Snubs New Member
Councilmen Eric Jensen, Sean Bone, Michael Geraci & Philip Shoffner snub new Councilman.
On Tuesday, four members of the Trophy Club Town Council snubbed newly elected Council Member Karl Monger on his first day.
On September 7th, Trophy Club voters took to the polls and elected Karl Monger over his opponent Tiffany Nimphius by an overwhelming majority in what are historically very close races in Trophy Club.
Mr. Monger was sworn in Tuesday evening. After being sworn in, Mr. Monger took his seat next to Mayor Nick Sanders for the duration of the Council Meeting.
Traditionally, this is the time when Council Members let bygones be bygones and each incumbent member will make a statement welcoming the incoming Council Member. It’s a tradition that has been long standing and is a show of respect … to which each of the current members received on their first council meeting.
Alicia Fleury and Mayor Nick Sanders each respectfully congratulated and welcomed Mr. Monger.
Councilmen Eric Jensen, Sean Bone, Michael Geraci & Philip Shoffner declined to welcome Mr. Monger with a statement. After an awkward silent moment when the Mayor asked if anyone else would like to make a statement to Mr. Monger, the Mayor continued with the business at hand.
It’s important to note that each of the four not only endorsed Mr. Mongers election opponent Tiffany Nimphius, but several of them actively campaigned on her behalf.
“It would appear that the bitterness with the group of four is still running its course. Let us hope that in the coming months they can come to terms with the election results, set aside their petty differences and move on with a more respectful view towards Mr. Monger” stated a towns person who desired not to be named.
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Michael Geraci – Council
An interview with Michael Geraci, Council Member for Place 5 in Trophy Club.
Council Place 5 – Term Expires 2022
Contact Email: mgeraci@trophyclub.org
Social Media: Facebook
Occupation: Real Estate & Construction Consultant
Born: El Lago , TX
An interview with Michael Geraci
TCJ – Tell us about your family.
Geraci – I am a Native Texan and I grew up between Houston and Galveston in the small suburban City of El Lago near NASA. It is a town much like Trophy Club, minus the Country Club. My wife, Melissa and I have been married for 16 years and we are members at Gateway Church. We have two wonderful children, Haylie and Brennen who are [currently] students at Medlin and Beck.
TCJ – When did you move to Trophy Club?
Geraci – We moved to Trophy Club almost 4 years ago to be closer to work, and it was a great decision. Trophy Club is an amazing place to live.
TCJ – What is your occupation?
Geraci – I have been in the Corporate Real Estate, Construction, and Consulting industry for over 20 years. I am currently the Director of Business Development for a team of firms in Las Colinas. My current duties focus on business to business marketing, strategic goals, partnerships, and contract reviews. Prior to my current duties I spent most of my career focusing on evaluating various capital expenditures versus operational expenditures on facility investments.
TCJ – What college did you go to?
Geraci – I graduated from Texas A&M University in College Station with a degree in Construction Science.
TCJ – Do you have any hobbies?
Geraci – Spending time with my family, water skiing, and just about every outdoor sport.
TCJ – What is your reason for serving on the Council?
Geraci – After being in the military and in civilian life, I missed serving my fellow citizens. It is just how God wired me. I wanted to continue to serve, in fact, I believe it is our duty as citizens to serve and that is why I ran for town council.
What proud accomplishments have you made while serving the town?
Geraci – I just recently started my term so I look forward to positively contributing to our town. I am proud that we recently created the homestead exemption. I was also nominated to be the Town Council liaison for Parks and Recreation, and I look forward to working with them to maintain and expand the wonderful amenities our town offers.
TCJ – What do you think are the future challenges facing the town?
Geraci – Parts of our town have infrastructure assets which are approaching the end of their useful life. Our challenges ahead will need to focus on growing a health tax base in order to replace those assets and maintain our town’s incredible amenities.
Would you like to add anything?
Geraci – Trophy Club has been an incredible town for us and I look forward to contributing back to the town.
Council Place 1 – Term Expires 2020
Contact Email: afleury@trophyclub.org
(Update: Email Inactive)
Link to TC.org page: Link
Occupation: Airline Pilot
Social Media Link: Facebook
Born: Buchanan, Georgia
*Update: Mrs. Fleury has resigned from Council in order to run for Mayor in the 2020 election, which has been posponed until November 2020. Below is content published before resignation.
Founding Board Member at Hope Kindness Community
Studied MAS – Aviation/Aerospace Operations at Embry-Riddle FL/AZ
Studied Aviation Management at Florida Institute of Technology
Since moving to Trophy Club in 2010, I’ve continuously been involved with several volunteer organizations and the public service sector, to include Wounded Warriors, Fallen Soldiers’ Families, Snowball Express and Skyball. Spreading awareness is near and dear to my heart…I’m a founding Board Member of Hope Kindness Community (HKC). I’ve been a small business owner for many years, while at the same time flying as a Pilot for American Airlines since 1998. I was lucky enough to fly the long-retired B727 and went on to hold type-ratings on the S80, B737, B757, B767 and my current aircraft, the B787 Dreamliner.
I’ve held various committee positions for my Pilot’s Union (currently serving on the Critical Incident and Response Team) and mentor young girls and minorities in the aviation industry. In addition, I was an executive board member for Beck and Medlin PTAs and presently serve on the executive board for BNHS PTSA. I’ve been Team Mom for many a season of Bobcat Football and Baseball and am currently a member of BNHS Football Booster Club and Vice President of BNHS Wrestling Boosters. Before being elected to Town Council May 2017, I was a board member for the Town of Trophy Club Crime Control & Prevention District.
I grew up as a “Georgia Farm Girl” and enjoy the outdoors with my family…camping, fishing, and yes, even hunting! I received a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida Institute of Technology and two Master of Science degrees from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
I believe I have a calling to service and enjoy serving my community on Council. Trophy Club is truly a great place to live…I want to do my part to help keep it that way.