Let’s Keep a Good Thing Going in Sherman, Texas…
About
Mayor David Plyler
I am proud to call Sherman home and to serve as Mayor. Sherman is a great place to raise families, work prosperously, and fellowship together as a thriving community. I’m committed to preserving this rich heritage and I ask for your vote for re-election.
I am proud to call Sherman home and to serve as Mayor. Sherman is a great place to raise families, work prosperously, and fellowship together as a thriving community. I’m committed to preserving this rich heritage and I ask for your vote for re-election.
David Plyler was born and raised in Sherman, Texas. He attended Sherman public schools, graduating from Sherman High School in 1984. David went on to earn his Bachelor of Science in Construction Technology from Texas Tech University before returning to Sherman to work and raise his family.
David currently serves as President of Plyler Construction – a family-owned business founded in Sherman in 1962 by David’s grandfather, Lloyd. David is actively involved in its construction projects, both large and small scale. Over the past 6 decades, many of the Sherman’s landmark structures were built in all/part by Plyler Construction, cultivating in David a deeply personal commitment to Sherman’s heritage as well as its continued success as a community.
David has served on the Sherman City Council since 2011 and was elected Mayor on November 3, 2015. During his tenure as Mayor, David has overseen historic levels of growth and development – adding nearly $1 Billion in new property tax values to Sherman’s tax rolls – helping to fund the capacity needed to manage Sherman’s expanding landscape while keeping taxes low and helping to maintain a business-friendly environment.
When it comes to the city’s budget and operations, David is proud to work with an award-winning City team in providing the attention to detail he gives to his own business – spending tax dollars carefully, making wise investments, and working to enhance the quality of life for all citizens.
David has a well-earned reputation for being a tireless leader who listens and often works quietly to achieve results and resolve challenges. His love of music has also punctuated his tenure as Mayor – significantly increasing tourism and promoting downtown Sherman with one of the areas’ most successful concert series – Hot Summer Nights. The concert series features both local artists as well as artists from around the country. David is often affectionately referred to as the “The Rockin’ Mayor” and has garnered high marks for his ability to bring people together, maintain harmony and keep the community moving forward during difficult times, including the recent challenges presented by COVID.
David and his wife of 30 years, Mignon, have 3 grown children and 2 sons-in-law. They are active members of North Park Baptist Church
Endorsements
Founder, Douglass Distributing
Bill Douglass
Attorney, Sherman, TX
Bob Minshew
Douglass Distributing
Brad Douglass
CEO, Meals on Wheels of Texoma
Greg Pittman
Owner, Touch of Class Antique Mall
Ivert Mayhugh
Douglass Distributing
Jennifer Thompson
Downtown Sherman Property Investor
Tommy Shields
Realtor
Frank Ventura
Realtor
Robin Phillips
Realtors
Don & Darla Neill
Automobile Sales
Fred Mask
Endorser
Melida & Tom Alshire
New Birth Cathedral Pastor
Charles Brown
Leadership Record
Infrastructure
- Highway 75 ($165 million for Sherman portion)
- Highway 1417 ($30 million)
- Water/wastewater treatment plant capacity & operations (10 mgd to 20 mgd)
- Led reauthorization of Street Sales Tax Initiatives in 2016 & 2020 (voter-approved by a margin greater than 90%) – dedicated to repair and maintenance of existing city roads
- 911 Responders Group 2020
Quality of Life
- Spearheaded efforts to renovate and modernize the library – implementing online check out of resources.
- Animal Control Facility – Led efforts to upgrade animal shelter facilities and partner with other area animal rescue organizations in saving the lives of hundreds of cats and dogs each year.
- Helped Sherman become a Main Street City resulting in the continued revitalization of downtown.
- Added Pecan Grove Athletic Complex – Youth baseball, softball, and lighted soccer fields.
- Opened a new Dog Park.
Public Safety
- Fire Station Ribbon Cutting
- Proudly display Blue Lights at City Hall in support of police during Police Week and highlighting Police Officer Memorial Day
- Facility upgrades and added resources for police, fire & EMT
Jobs & Economic Development
- Played a leadership role in bringing Finisar, Schulmans, J.P. Hart Lumber Company, and other major employers to Sherman (well over 1000 new jobs total)
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Latest News & Events
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Election Day
02 November, 2021
40th Annual Sherman Arts Fest
18 September
Elections Debate/Forum
12 October
Early Voting
18 October