Lubbock, known as “The Hub City,” is situated at the center of the scenic South Plains, between the Permian Basin and Texas Panhandle. The City is home to more than 265,000 residents who enjoy the area’s mild climate, beautiful sunsets, and a wide range of recreational and cultural amenities. Lubbock provides a high quality of life that combines the art, leisure, and entertainment opportunities of a major metropolitan area with the friendly hospitality and charm of a small community. The City of Lubbock is a Home Rule City operating with a council-manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of the Mayor, elected at-large, and six City Council Members representing single-member districts. The Municipal Court Judge is also elected at large. The City Council appoints a