The Granite Shoals City Charter is the foundational legal document that establishes the framework for the government and operation of the city of Granite Shoals, Texas. Like a constitution for a city, it outlines the powers, duties, and organization of the city's government, as well as the rights and responsibilities of the residents.

The City Charter includes provisions on:

• The structure of the city government, including the roles of the mayor, city council, and other city officials.
• Procedures for elections, including how city officials are elected or appointed.
• The powers and responsibilities of city departments and agencies.
• Financial management, including budgeting, taxation, and borrowing.
• Ordinance and law-making processes.
• Citizen rights and participation, including how residents can propose changes to the Charter (e.g., amendments).

In Granite Shoals, the City Charter is essential for determining how the city operates and how decisions are made within the city government.

The Charter and Current City Ordinances can be found HERE.