Greetings,

  My name is Joe Lambert and I've been the Mayor of Decatur since 2002.  I was born and raised in Decatur, and obviously believe that Decatur is the greatest city in the country to reside.  Decatur is far enough from the DFW Metroplex to enjoy the country life, but yet close enough to commute.   I'm a graduate of of Decatur High School, Decatur Baptist College, and the University of North Texas.  I am retired from a successful career with IBM, Met Life, and Allstate Insurance Agency.   I also served in the Air Force for 5 years, during which I served in the Korean Conflict.

  My dream and vision for Decatur has always been to make it a place where families live, work, and retire.  We have an excellent education system with a large 3A High School and a Weatherford College campus.

  Our medical facilities include a new 99 bed, all private room, hospital and rehabilitation facility with a dialysis lab and cancer treatment center. 

  The economic climate in Decatur is excellent (along with our actual climate).  With a pro-growth attitude among our city leaders and economic development corporation, our city has become a retail, restaurant, and shopping center for several counties in the North Texas area.

  My wife Flora and I ask that you come and visit the city for a day, or a lifetime.  We welcome you!

 

Mayor Joe Lambert