City Officials
Elected officials for Amarillo — their promises, tenure record, and accountability.
City Council
Tim Reid
Place 1 Council Member2025-2027
Tim Reid, a candidate for Amarillo City Council Place 1, advocates for the use of public-private partnerships to fund and execute city projects. His platform appears to focus on innovative approaches to development and infrastructure within Amarillo.
Don Tipps
Place 2 Council Member2023-2027
Don Tipps is seeking reelection to the Amarillo City Council, emphasizing his commitment to public safety and fiscal discipline. He intends to leverage his background in insurance to engage in necessary and potentially difficult discussions for the betterment of the city.
David Prescott
Place 3 Council Member2025-2027
David Prescott, a business leader, has been elected to Amarillo City Council Place 3. His primary stated priority is addressing the Hollywood Road plant. The articles also touch upon broader themes of election and transparency debates within Amarillo.
Les Simpson
Place 4 Council Member2023-2027
Les Simpson's platform centers on conservative philosophies and addressing the fundamental needs of the city. As an incumbent, he emphasizes continuing the council's ongoing efforts to identify and respond to these essential city requirements.
Former Officials (10)
Chris Rhynehart
Zoning Board of Adjustment MemberServed until Jun 2026
Cory Mathis
Zoning Board of Adjustment MemberServed until Jun 2026
Craig Davis
Zoning Board of Adjustment MemberServed until Jun 2026
Jason Burr
Zoning Board of Adjustment MemberServed until Jun 2026
Paul French
Zoning Board of Adjustment MemberServed until Jun 2026
Tom Scherlen
District 3 Council Member2023–2025
Served until Jun 2025
Josh Craft
District 1 Council Member2023–2025
Served until May 2025
Eddy Sauer
District 3 Council Member2017–2023
Served until May 2023
Freda Powell
District 2 Council Member2017–2023
Served until May 2023
Ginger Nelson
Mayor2017–2023
Served until May 2023
Boards & Commissions
Gregg Bliss
Landmarks/Historic Districts Board MemberCindi Bulla
Planning & Zoning CommissionerDevin Savage
Landmarks/Historic Districts Board MemberMike Ritter
Landmarks/Historic Districts Board MemberFred Griffin
Planning & Zoning CommissionerWesley Knapp
Landmarks/Historic Districts Board MemberStephanie Daggett
Landmarks/Historic Districts Board AlternateNoah Dawson
Planning & Zoning CommissionerJosh Langham
Planning & Zoning CommissionerDick Ford
Planning & Zoning CommissionerGary Jennings
Landmarks/Historic Districts Board MemberTommie Knox
Landmarks/Historic Districts Board MemberLandon Moreland
Planning & Zoning CommissionerJason Ault
Planning & Zoning CommissionerBrandon Lindsay
Town Square Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberHector Luna
Community Development Advisory Committee MemberSteve Cluck
Greenways Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberBrad Miller
Town Square Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberBrad Dawson
Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberStephanie Sharp
Town Square Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberTom Turnage
Town Square Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberKatheryn Massey (Katt)
Community Development Advisory Committee MemberAndrea Hendrix
Community Development Advisory Committee MemberDavid Stafford
Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberVance Reed
Greenways Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberJason Herrick
Greenways Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberJason Herrick's platform centered on managing Amarillo's rapid growth through improved infrastructure and long-term water security planning. His campaign focused on addressing the practical challenges of urban development and city expansion.
Chip Hunt
Community Development Advisory Committee MemberChip Hunt's platform is primarily driven by a focus on public safety, which he views through a personal lens. His campaign also emphasizes his background in a versatile mix of jobs and his experience in learning to manage financial challenges.
Kelsey Miller
Town Square Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberKole Grady
Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberJared Miller
Greenways Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberSteve Raper
Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberDustin Wright
Greenways Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberJay Beaudry
Town Square Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberLee Struder
Community Development Advisory Committee MemberJoe Street
Town Square Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberKrisha Paul (Katie)
Community Development Advisory Committee MemberBrian Swisher
Colonies Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberBrian Adams
Greenways Public Improvement District Advisory Board MemberCity Staff
Bryan McWilliams
City AttorneyCody Balzen
Director of PlanningGrayson Path
City ManagerGrayson Path serves as the City Manager for Amarillo, focusing on administrative oversight and operational improvements following municipal challenges. His priorities center on utility management, specifically addressing resident concerns regarding water billing accuracy and infrastructure accountability.