Modern day Copper Canyon came about in April of 1973. At that time several residents got together and decided to incorporate the Town in order to preserve the rural atmosphere of the community. The first Mayor was Robert Woodin. The first Town Council (founding fathers) was Bill Ferris, Arthur Huston, Paul Vickery, Don Colby and Betty Harmon. The first Town Marshall was Robert Shackelford. Council Meetings were held in homes until 1978 when several residents got together and built the current Town Hall at 400 Woodland Drive. The developer of the Woodlands Addition donated the land. Resident, Bill Ferris headed up a unique group of people and the Town Hall was built on donations. Community spirit in the Town was a wonderful asset and continues to be the bond that brings the residents together and makes Copper Canyon what it is today.

The Town is governed by a Mayor-Council form of government. The Mayor and Council are elected by the residents (registered voters) and serve two (2) year terms of office. Copper Canyon is a general law city that operates under the laws of the State of Texas. Ordinances have been passed to protect the safety and welfare of the residents, enhance property values and offer a comfortable setting for those who live here.

Town Council meetings are the 2nd Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Citizen involvement and participation in the Park Committee, Planning and Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustment, and Road Advisory Commission is vital to the operation of the Town.

Important facts on our Town:

• Located in Denton County
• Population 1,300
• 4.25 square miles
• Low Tax rate of $0.17027 per $100 valuation
• Lewisville and Denton School Districts
• Water supplied by Bartonville Water Supply
• Served by Argyle Volunteer Fire Department, Lewisville Ambulance
• Police protection provided by the Double Oak Police Department
• Mayor and Council form of government elected by the registered voters
• Residents can enjoy camping, picnics, boating at Pilot Knoll park
• Horse trails that are maintained for the enjoyment of equestrian riders
• Local phone service is Verizon
• Electrical service is provided by Co-Serv Electric

For more information about Copper Canyon, please visit the North Central Texas Council of Governments web page on our town.