Farmers Branch touts corporate relocation, sports tourism and capital projects
February 04, 2026 | Farmers Branch, Dallas County, Texas
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Mayor Terry Lynn used the State of the City to highlight 2025 economic development wins and infrastructure investments, saying Farmers Branch has the amenities of a large city while keeping a hometown feel.
The mayor announced that FormFactor, a maker of semiconductor testing equipment, selected Farmers Branch for its corporate headquarters and is expected to invest more than $340,000,000 in the site the company purchased; Lynn estimated the relocation will generate roughly 600 jobs in the city.
The presentation and the mayor also credited recurring events and local venues for economic activity. Officials said the Pickleball World Championships returned for the third year and drew more than 60,200 visitors; the mayor described sports events (including Stars Hockey Center and a new multisport center) as major drivers of local tourism and restaurant business.
On capital spending, the video and mayor said the city invested more than $20,600,000 in capital improvement projects in 2025, including $7,000,000 dedicated to water‑system reliability; the Valley View Lane storm drain and water‑main replacements were cited as examples. A philanthropic partnership of $1,500,000 will fund an expansion of the animal adoption center.
Neighborhood and small‑business programs were also discussed. The city reported helping 14 families through a minor home repair program (nearly $75,000 distributed) and said a commercial facade grant can provide up to $50,000 to qualifying businesses; the mayor encouraged residents to use local restaurants impacted by nearby road construction at Mustang Station.
Council and staff noted ongoing projects: the Branch Connection reopened (grand reopening noted on June 10), Dutch Village playground upgrades, Rawhide Trail expansion (12‑foot path and 40 solar lights), and planning work for the Mercer Crossing boardwalk and West Side trails. Councilman Dave Reid described funding allocations and architect work for Mercer Park planning.
The mayor closed by thanking staff and residents and inviting attendees to review informational displays and speak with department staff in the lobby.
Next steps: staff will continue project planning and public communication about timelines and procurement for capital projects and economic incentives.
The mayor announced that FormFactor, a maker of semiconductor testing equipment, selected Farmers Branch for its corporate headquarters and is expected to invest more than $340,000,000 in the site the company purchased; Lynn estimated the relocation will generate roughly 600 jobs in the city.
The presentation and the mayor also credited recurring events and local venues for economic activity. Officials said the Pickleball World Championships returned for the third year and drew more than 60,200 visitors; the mayor described sports events (including Stars Hockey Center and a new multisport center) as major drivers of local tourism and restaurant business.
On capital spending, the video and mayor said the city invested more than $20,600,000 in capital improvement projects in 2025, including $7,000,000 dedicated to water‑system reliability; the Valley View Lane storm drain and water‑main replacements were cited as examples. A philanthropic partnership of $1,500,000 will fund an expansion of the animal adoption center.
Neighborhood and small‑business programs were also discussed. The city reported helping 14 families through a minor home repair program (nearly $75,000 distributed) and said a commercial facade grant can provide up to $50,000 to qualifying businesses; the mayor encouraged residents to use local restaurants impacted by nearby road construction at Mustang Station.
Council and staff noted ongoing projects: the Branch Connection reopened (grand reopening noted on June 10), Dutch Village playground upgrades, Rawhide Trail expansion (12‑foot path and 40 solar lights), and planning work for the Mercer Crossing boardwalk and West Side trails. Councilman Dave Reid described funding allocations and architect work for Mercer Park planning.
The mayor closed by thanking staff and residents and inviting attendees to review informational displays and speak with department staff in the lobby.
Next steps: staff will continue project planning and public communication about timelines and procurement for capital projects and economic incentives.
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