City Hall
Kress City Hall is home to the City Mayor, City Council, City Maintenance and other City Departments. It is located at 308 Skipworth Ave. Kress, TX 79052 and can be reached by phone during buisness hours at: (806) 684-2525. Payments to the city can be made during business hours, after hour payments can be made anytime online or by using the letter drop off located on the front door of City Hall.
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City Hall Office Hours:
| Monday | 8am - 12pm |
| Tuesday | 1pm - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 12pm |
| Thursday | 1pm - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 12pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
City Hall closes on the following observed Holidays
- January - New Years Day
- March - Good Friday
- May - Memorial Day
- July - Indpendance Day
- September - Labor Day
- November - Thanksgiving
- December - Christmas
*City Office Hours may change due to unforseen circumstances.
Council meetings are currently held at the following location:
Kress Senior Citizen Center
302 Skipworth Ave
Kress, TX 79052
City Council Public Meetings take place monthly. Special meetings may be added. Public City Meetings agendas are posted in the window at city hall 72 hours in advance and can be viewed online.
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You may make written request for open records as stated in Texas Government Code, Chapter 552. Certain exceptions may apply to the disclosure of information. The City of Kress will promptly release requested information that is not confidential by law, either consitiutional, staturtory or by judicial descision. All request must be written or typed, the City's preferred method is to bring the request to city hall in person. Please provide a detailed description of the information you are requesting and include your name and address, phone number, dated and signed.
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Locations
Kress City Hall
308 Skipworth Ave
Kress, Texas 79052
(806) 684-2525
Frequently Asked Questions
What City Hall Does
City Hall staff handle the day-to-day administrative operations of the city, including:
Utility and Service Payments
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Water, sewer, and sanitation payments
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Setting up new utility services
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Billing questions or concerns
Public Information & Records Requests
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Accepting and processing Texas Public Information Act requests
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Providing copies of public records when legally permitted
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Explaining how to submit requests properly
Permits, Forms & Applications
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Local permits (when applicable)
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General city forms and registrations
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Information on ordinances, local codes, and policies
What City Hall Cannot Do
City Hall must follow state laws and city policies. Staff cannot:
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Provide legal advice or interpret laws
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Change or waive fines, court fees, or citations
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Override decisions made by the Municipal Court or City Council
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Make exceptions to established ordinances, policies, or billing procedures
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Release confidential or restricted information
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Interfere with police, emergency services, or judicial matters
Resident Expectations & Proper Conduct
Be Prepared
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Bring identification and any required documents
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Know your account number for utility questions (if possible)
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Submit detailed, written public records requests dated and signed
Be Respectful
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City Hall staff are here to help, but must follow legal limitations
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Treat staff with courtesy; abusive behavior is not permitted
Follow Processes
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Payments are processed in the order received
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Records requests must comply with the Texas Public Information Act
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Some actions require written forms or official signatures
When to Visit City Hall
Residents should visit or contact City Hall if they need:
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Utility payments or service changes
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City records or information requests
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Forms, permits, or ordinance information
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General questions about city operations
City Hall Goal
City Hall serves as the front door of local government ensuring transparency, professionalism, helpful customer service, and open communication between the City of Kress and its residents.