Board of Directors

The Woodlands Township is governed by a seven-member Board of Directors elected by residents to serve staggered two-year terms. These volunteer Directors set policy, approve the annual budget, and make decisions that shape the future of our community. 

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Board Meetings

The Woodlands Township Board of Directors regularly meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month and the Thursday prior to the fourth Wednesday. Both meetings are typically held at 6 p.m. at The Woodlands Township, 2801 Technology Forest Boulevard, and are open to the public.  

In accordance with state law, meeting notices are posted at least 72 hours in advance. This posting occurs at the Montgomery and Harris County Courthouse, inside the boundaries of the Township at its office building, and on this web site.

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Chairman, Brad Bailey

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Brad Bailey was elected to The Woodlands Township Board of Directors in 2022 and reelected in 2024. He was selected by his fellow Directors to serve as Chairman for 2025.

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Vice Chairman, Craig Eissler

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Craig Eissler was elected to The Woodlands Township Board of Directors in 2024 and selected by his fellow Directors to serve as Vice Chairman for 2025.

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Secretary, Linda Nelson

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Linda Nelson was elected to The Woodlands Township Board of Directors in 2022 and reelected in 2024. She is serving her third year as Secretary, a role in which she was selected by her fellow Directors.

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Treasurer, Richard Franks

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Richard Franks was elected to The Woodlands Township Board of Directors in 2022 and reelected in 2024. He is serving his third year as Treasurer, selected by his fellow Directors.

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Director, Dr. Shelley Sekula-Gibbs

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Dr. Shelley Sekula-Gibbs was elected to The Woodlands Township Board of Directors in 2019 and has been reelected each term since. She is currently serving her third term.

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Director, Dr. Ann K. Snyder

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Dr. Ann K. Snyder was elected to The Woodlands Township Board of Directors in 2015 and has been reelected each term since. She is currently serving her fifth term and served as Chairman in 2023 and 2024.

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Director, Cindy Heiser

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Cindy Heiser was elected to The Woodlands Township Board of Directors in 2023 to represent At-Large Position 7.

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