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Elected officials for Denton — promises, tenure record, and accountability.
Mayor
Chris Watts
Mayor2026-2030
Chris Watts' platform centered on managing Denton's rapid growth, specifically focusing on the oversight of data center developments. He prioritized transparency in campaign finance and addressed key urban development challenges facing the city.
City council
Suzi Rumohr
District 3 Council Member2025-2027
Suzi Rumohr is a candidate for the District 3 seat on the Denton City Council. During a candidate forum, she discussed key issues including streets and homelessness, indicating these are likely priorities in her platform.
Joe Holland
District 4 Council Member2023-2027
Jill Jester
At-Large Place 6 Council Member2026-2028
Jordan E. Villarreal
District 1 Council Member2026-2027
Nick Stevens
District 2 Council Member2026-2029
George Ferrie
At-Large Place 5 Council Member2026-2029
George Ferrie's platform centers on improving the quality of life for Denton residents through a focus on affordability, social equity, and public safety. His priorities reflect a commitment to inclusive governance and addressing the economic and safety needs of the community.
Former officials (5)
Brandon Chase McGee
District 5 Council Member2024-2026
Brian Beck
District 2 Council Member2021–2026
Brian Beck's platform appears to focus on key urban development issues, including addressing data centers, managing city growth, and tackling affordable housing and homelessness. Campaign finance transparency is also a noted concern.
Gerard Hudspeth
Mayor2020-2026
The provided articles primarily focus on Gerard Hudspeth's campaign for Denton County Commissioner and his participation in a mayoral forum. While the forum touched upon affordable housing, growth, and homelessness, specific campaign promises from Hudspeth himself are not detailed in these articles. The focus is more on election results and candidate matchups.
Vicki Byrd
District 1 Council Member2021–2026
Paul Meltzer
District 3 Council Member2023–2025
Boards & commissions
Eric H Pruett
Planning & Zoning Commissioner (Position 2)Sherri McDade
Planning & Zoning CommissionerCouncil Member Sherri McDade is prioritizing urban planning and neighborhood preservation in Southeast Denton. Her platform focuses on utilizing zoning tools like residential overlay districts to regulate development and maintain the character of local communities.
Erica J Garland
Planning & Zoning CommissionerJonathan Black
CommissionerLisa R Dyer
Planning & Zoning CommissionerMaryAnn McDuff
Planning & Zoning CommissionerDaniel K Ketchersid
Planning & Zoning CommissionerClay Riggs
Planning & Zoning CommissionerShaun Treat
Vice-ChairHeather Gregory
Historic Landmark Commission MemberEric Dafoe
Health & Building Standards Commission MemberDevin Taylor
Public Utilities Board MemberNanci Kimmey
Bond Oversight Committee MemberLinnie McAdams
Historic Landmark Commission MemberBrownie Stonecipher
Airport Advisory Board MemberAimee Bissett
Economic Development Partnership Board MemberAnn Patterson
Airport Advisory Board MemberAaron Newquist
Public Utilities Board MemberThomas Plock
Public Utilities Board MemberDoug Ferguson
Health & Building Standards Commission MemberRobert Rayner
Public Utilities Board MemberJohn Baines
Civil Service Commission MemberKyle Minter
Health & Building Standards Commission MemberKamga Siewe
Community Services Advisory Committee MemberRick Woolfolk
Economic Development Partnership Board MemberTracey Long
Community Services Advisory Committee MemberBrand Richter
Bond Oversight Committee MemberAngie Stripling
Historic Landmark Commission MemberDale Tampke
Community Services Advisory Committee MemberJanet Scott-Harris
Community Services Advisory Committee MemberBrandon McCleskey
Bond Oversight Committee MemberNick Miller
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Board MemberTim Stoltzfus
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Board MemberRandy Robinson
Bond Oversight Committee MemberLeo Morales
Economic Development Partnership Board MemberJeremy Fykes
Economic Development Partnership Board MemberKerry Goree
Economic Development Partnership Board MemberPatricia Sherman
Historic Landmark Commission MemberSusan Parker
Bond Oversight Committee MemberPatrick Smith
Bond Oversight Committee MemberTim Crouch
Bond Oversight Committee MemberJason Tomlinson
Economic Development Partnership Board MemberGarza Turner
Economic Development Partnership Board MemberJanet Shelton
Bond Oversight Committee MemberLucy Hedari
Economic Development Partnership Board MemberReinke Doyle
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Board MemberLee Ramsey
Economic Development Partnership Board MemberByron Woods
Airport Advisory Board MemberTamsyn Price
Bond Oversight Committee MemberSuzanne Johnson
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Board MemberDaniel Abasolo
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Board MemberCraig ORourke
Airport Advisory Board MemberLandon Huey
Airport Advisory Board MemberKamyon Conner
Community Services Advisory Committee MemberJohn Hoenig
Historic Landmark Commission MemberCasey Straughn
Health & Building Standards Commission MemberDianne Baker
Civil Service Commission MemberCity staff
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