Byron Fassett is a proud native Texan, born and raised in Dallas, Texas. He and his wife of 43 years, Molly, have called Rowlett home since June 2006, drawn to the community’s strongByron Fassett character, welcoming spirit, and commitment to growth.

Byron began his public service career in 1981 with the Dallas Police Department. Over the course of 37 years, he built and led nationally recognized programs, developed policies that strengthened public safety responses for endangered, missing, and abducted children, and worked closely with city, state, and federal partners to deliver meaningful results for the residents of Dallas, Dallas County, and the 8 surrounding counties of the North Texas Region. His experience managing grants, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams reflects a deep commitment to fiscal responsibility, accountability, and effective government.

Following his retirement from the Dallas Police Department, Byron continued his public service at the National Criminal Justice Training Center, where he managed nationwide training programs for child protection professionals across the United States and its territories. His work helped modernize practices, elevate performance standards, and support agencies in improving outcomes for vulnerable children and families.

Byron’s leadership is grounded in strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration. He has successfully guided program modernization efforts, implemented performance-based systems, and developed training and technical assistance initiatives that enhance public safety while strengthening community relationships. He is dedicated to transparent governance, strong public safety, and meaningful engagement with residents.

With a lifetime of public service and a proven record of results, Byron is committed to serving Rowlett with integrity, accountability, and a clear focus on the safety, quality of life, and future of the community we call home.