The City will hold an election on May 8, 2010 for the following: Mayor (at-large), Place 1 (must reside in District 1), Place 3 (must reside in District 3) and Place 5 (at-large) Councilmember seats, all terms are for two years.

For more information on filing to run for the available positions, voting times, and general information, please view the following document:

General Election Information

In accordance with the schedule of fees, starting March 1st, the City of Decatur will be charging a 3% convenience fee for all credit card transactions.

The following were results from the Feb. 22nd, 2010 city council meeting:

   1. Presented Proclamation: Proclaiming February 23, 2010 as “IHOP’s NATIONAL PANCAKE DAY” in Decatur to support the Shriners Hospitals. (Agenda Item #1)
   2. Heard introduction of a Community Garden concept from Mr. Jim Hencken. (Agenda Item #2)
   3. Approved Council meeting minutes of February 8, 2010. (Agenda Item #3)
   4. Approved an Ordinance to zone 1.80 acres as C-2, located at US Business 380, US Highway 81/287 and Washburn Avenue, more commonly referred to as “The Pit” ZC2010-01. (Agenda Item #4)
   5. Approved an Ordinance amending the Schedule of Fees. (Agenda Item #5)
   6. Approved an Ordinance creating a “Noise Nuisance” as a violation. (Agenda Item #6)
   7. Received Fiscal Year 2008-2009 Audit Report as unqualified opinion, a routine review. (Agenda Item #7)

The meeting agenda can be found at: http://www.decaturtx.org/council/agendas/

The City of Decatur will be closed for the Presidents' Day Holiday. Emergency services will remain open.

The City of Decatur will be closing its offices due to bad weather. All emergency services will remain open.

The Girls' Night Out event will be rescheduled for either next week or next month.