The City of Tonkawa operates under a council-manager form of government. The elected City Council sets policy and direction for the city, while day-to-day operations are carried out by city administration and staff across our departments.
How The City Is Organized
- City Council — the elected governing body that sets policy and approves budgets.
- City Administration — professional staff who manage daily operations.
- City Departments — police, fire, public works & utilities, library, municipal court, and development.
City Departments
City Council & Administration
View →Development Authority
View →Fire Department
View →Municipal Court
View →Police Department
View →Public Library
View →Public Works & Utilities
View →Meetings & Public Records
City Council meetings are open to the public. Agendas and meeting information are posted in accordance with the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act. For meeting details or public records requests, contact the City Office at (580) 628-2508.