City of Electra

11/12/2026

These are the good things we need to focus on that are happening in the community; not the "anonymous" post going around on Facebook. Despite the efforts to undermine the great things occurring in the City of Electra, we are resilient in our efforts to honor the past and growing for the future, AND TOO, look forward to a prosperous Electra for many years.

Electra Senior Center Executive Director Judy Roberston said it is an honor to serve those who have served their country.

11/09/2026

The City of Electra offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day.

Today and every day, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all veterans for their service, sacrifice, and dedication to our country. Thank you for protecting the freedoms we enjoy! ❤️🤍💙

11/06/2026

The City of Electra is aware of recent comments and concerns involving the Electra Volunteer Fire Department (EVFD), including comments made by and regarding members of the department.

The City of Electra does not condone inappropriate, unprofessional, or disrespectful behavior by anyone representing the City or serving in a public capacity. We hold our employees, department leadership, and those serving our community to standards of professionalism, accountability, and respect.

The matters brought to the EVFD and City's attention have been addressed and resolved by the Electra Volunteer Fire Department. The department has taken the necessary steps to address these concerns, and the City expects those standards to be upheld moving forward.

In the interest of allowing the department to focus on its primary responsibility of protecting the citizens of Electra and surrounding communities, the EVFD will discontinue operation of its social media page for the foreseeable future. This decision is intended to keep the department focused on its mission and ensure that communication and public concerns are handled through appropriate channels.

Moving forward, any questions, concerns, or issues involving the Electra Volunteer Fire Department or an individual member of the department should first be directed to:

James Stephens
Fire Chief
Electra Volunteer Fire Department

If a concern cannot be satisfactorily resolved through the Fire Chief, it may be elevated to:

Joey Hodgkins
City Administrator
City of Electra

The City asks that concerns be brought forward through these established channels so they can be addressed appropriately, professionally, and directly.

The Electra Volunteer Fire Department plays an important role in the safety and well-being of our community. We recognize the dedication and sacrifices made by those who volunteer their time to protect our citizens. While accountability and professionalism are expected of everyone, it is equally important that individual issues do not overshadow the department's mission or the contributions of those who faithfully serve.

The City of Electra remains committed to transparency, accountability, public safety, and maintaining the trust of the citizens we serve. We appreciate the community's continued support and ask for the opportunity to move forward in a positive and constructive manner.

The Electra Volunteer Fire Department continues to welcome individuals who are interested in serving their community. Applications for membership are currently being accepted. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter or supporting the department is encouraged to reach out to the department directly for additional information.

-Joey Hodgkins, City Administrator
-James Stephens, EVFD Fire Chief

11/03/2026

Update 8:49 p.m.

Crews have discovered more extensive damage caused by lightning during the storm. Unfortunately, the additional damage has created further issues, and more repairs are needed than originally anticipated.

Our electric contractor, SWRE, is continuing to work on the necessary repairs to restore power to the affected customers on the south side of town.

We understand the frustration and inconvenience this outage has caused and appreciate everyone’s patience as crews work to safely restore service.

Original:

Due to the storms, an electrical phase near the Water Plant has been damaged, causing a power outage affecting approximately 14 meters on the southside of Electra.

SWRE is aware of the issue and is currently waiting for additional assistance so repairs can be made safely and power can be restored.

At this time, we do not have an estimated restoration time, but we will provide updates as more information becomes available.

We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as crews work to restore power as quickly and safely as possible.

11/02/2026

🚨 PUBLIC SAFETY NOTICE | TORNADO SHELTER INFORMATION 🚨

The Electra Police Department would like to inform residents that First Assembly of God Church, located at 401 E. Harrison Avenue in Electra, will serve as a designated community shelter in the event a Tornado Warning is issued for our area.

Shelter Location:

First Assembly of God Church
📍 401 E. Harrison Avenue
Electra, Texas

The church will open its doors upon the issuance of a Tornado Warning.

We encourage all residents to remain alert to changing weather conditions, monitor official weather updates, and have an emergency plan in place.

The Electra Police Department would like to thank First Assembly of God Church for its willingness to provide this service to our community.

10/30/2026

⚡ BEFORE YOU SWITCH ELECTRIC PROVIDERS, KNOW WHAT YOU'RE REALLY PAYING! ⚡

The City of Electra recently had a customer looking to switch to our electric service, and we wanted to share a real-life comparison that might surprise you!

This customer graciously gave us permission to share their actual electric bill so we could help others better understand how electric rates and additional charges can affect what they pay each month. All identifying information has been blurred for privacy.

Their current electric bill was $702.64 for 2,637 kWh of electricity usage.

💡 LET'S COMPARE THAT TO THE CITY OF ELECTRA!

Here's what the exact same usage would have cost with our rates during that billing period:

✅ Base Electric Rate: $0.1253 per kWh

✅ Fuel Cost for That Period: $0.0538 per kWh

✅ Total Rate: $0.1791 per kWh

✅ Electricity Usage: 2,637 kWh

✅ Total Usage Charges: $472.29

✅ Monthly Meter Fee: $25.00

💰 TOTAL CITY OF ELECTRA ELECTRIC CHARGES: $497.29

That's a $205.35 difference for the exact same electricity usage!

📢 And here's something important to know!

Our fuel cost of $0.0538 per kWh was actually HIGHER than usual during this billing period. Even with that higher fuel cost, the City's electric charges would have been significantly less!

⚠️ WATCH OUT FOR WHAT THEY DON'T TELL YOU!

When comparing electric providers, don't just look at the advertised rate! Some providers have additional delivery charges, base charges, and other fees that can make a big difference in what you actually pay.

At the City of Electra, our base electric rate is $0.1253 per kWh, with a fuel adjustment that varies based on our actual power costs.

❤️ We encourage our residents to compare the FULL cost of electricity before making a decision. Sometimes the advertised rate isn't the whole story!

A special thank-you to this customer for allowing us to share their bill and help educate others in our community!

10/29/2026

📢 City of Electra – Utility Billing Update

We want to make our utility customers aware of an issue we recently discovered with our newly reformatted utility bills.

Our software team has been working on updating the layout of our bills, and we noticed that the amount displayed where your regular bill total should appear is actually showing the amount with the late penalty included.

We are currently working with our software team to correct this issue. Unfortunately, the utility bills going out this month will still reflect this formatting error. We apologize for any confusion this may cause.

We are also continuing to work on getting our City's billing overlay properly formatted, as this has been a lengthy transition with several adjustments along the way.

We truly appreciate everyone's patience and understanding as we work through these changes. Our goal is to make our utility bills as clear and easy to understand as possible, and we appreciate you bearing with us while we get everything corrected!

Thank you for your continued patience!

City of Electra

10/27/2026

📢 WE’RE HIRING!

City of Electra – City Clerk

The City of Electra is seeking a dependable, organized, and customer-focused City Clerk to assist with daily operations at City Hall!

If you enjoy working with the public, have strong organizational skills, and can manage multiple tasks in a busy office environment, we encourage you to apply!

📋 Job Responsibilities:

* Process in-person and online utility payments
* Answer phone calls and assist residents with questions
* Review and process online payments
* Manage monthly utility billing
* Create, process, and track service call tickets
* Provide friendly, professional customer service
* Assist with other daily office and administrative duties

✅ Qualifications:

* Strong communication and organizational skills
* Basic computer proficiency
* Ability to multitask and maintain accuracy
* Dependable, professional, and detail-oriented
* Previous office or customer service experience preferred
* Utility billing software experience is a plus!

📍 HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants may apply in person at:

Electra City Hall
100 S. Main Street
Electra, TX 76360

Come join our team and help us serve the Electra community!

10/27/2026

A traffic control contractor will temporarily slow traffic during the operation. Bad weather could delay the work.

10/23/2026

Notice: The Convenience Center will be closed for repairs from Monday October 26th through Sunday November 1st. We will reopen Monday November 2nd at regular hours.