A small Henderson County city on the western shore of Cedar Creek Reservoir. Eight years of unresolved audit findings, a general fund that collapsed into the negative, five mayors in five years, and a water system drawing TCEQ fines tell a story of systemic financial mismanagement and governance failures.
3rd Tuesday at 6:00 PM
Trinidad City Hall
212 Park Street, Trinidad, TX 75163
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Dennis Haws | Mayor |
| Marie Bannister | Mayor Pro Tem |
| Velma Womack | Council Member |
| Melvin Thompson | Council Member |
| Chandra Sutton | Council Member |
| Leah Melton | Council Member |
Council data is cross-referenced from the Texas Municipal League directory and city records. If you notice an error, please contact us.
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