Chad Okamoto

The Dimmitt City Council held its regular meeting on August 8, 2022, approving the minutes from the July 25, 2022 meeting. Public comments included a business proposal from Joe Franco. The council appointed Sergio Navarro to the Dimmitt Development Corporation Board and unanimously approved a negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy Corp. A proposed tax rate of $0.6059 for the 2022-2023 fiscal year was also approved.

The City of Dimmitt Council held a special meeting on August 29, 2022, to address several key issues. These included proclaiming October 4, 2022, as National Night Out, reviewing equipment needs for the Dimmitt Police Department, and approving Flores Construction for street repairs on Western Circle. The council also unanimously approved an amended fee schedule increasing water, sewer, and garbage rates, and engaged in a budget workshop to discuss the 2022/2023 budget.

The City of Dimmitt Council held its regular meeting on March 21, 2022, approving the minutes from the February 21, 2022, regular meeting and March 21, 2022, special meeting. Key actions included approving an amendment to the Interlocal Contract for administrative services, designating signatories for grant documents, adopting resolutions on civil rights and Fair Housing Month, and approving the cancellation of the general election due to unopposed candidates. The City Manager reported on mosquito spraying, airport hangar leases, police station furniture bids, and the need for a new trash truck and airport runway repairs.

The City of Dimmitt Council held its regular meeting on April 18, 2022, approving the minutes from the March 21, 2022 meeting and a vendor agreement for the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program. They also approved the purchase of new office furniture for the police department and a donation to the 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle. Following an executive session, the council discussed personnel matters and the city manager's report covered various topics including budget updates, infrastructure projects, and park maintenance.

The Dimmitt City Council held its regular meeting on May 16, 2022, approving the minutes from the April 18, 2022 meeting. The council issued Certificates of Election and administered oaths to elected officials. Key decisions included appointments to various boards and the approval of a new trash truck purchase. Discussions also covered amending the manufactured housing ordinance and potential redevelopment of a city park.