It has been one of the greatest honors of my life to serve the citizens of Pauls Valley as a member of the City Council.
After much thought, I am announcing my resignation from my seat on the council due to an upcoming relocation. My husband and I have purchased a home in Norman so we can be more centrally located for our family. With children and grandchildren spanning from Pauls Valley to Oklahoma City, this move allows us to spend more time with them and better support this stage of life. It also provides easier access for my husband as he continues to travel regularly to his home office in Phoenix.
Because of residency requirements, I will no longer be eligible to serve in this role once we move outside the city limits. This was not an easy decision, and it is not a step away from Pauls Valley.
Our business remains here, and I will continue to be in Pauls Valley multiple times each week. I will also continue my real estate work based out of Pauls Valley, serving clients both locally and across the area. We are not leaving this community.
We are simply changing our home base.
I remain fully committed to supporting our schools, our local organizations and the continued growth of this town. That commitment does not change with an address.
During my time on the council, I have been proud to support efforts focused on strengthening our infrastructure, including improvements to our water systems, and promoting tourism and growth within our community.
Serving alongside my fellow council members and working with the dedicated employees of the City of Pauls Valley has been an incredible experience. I have the deepest respect for our police officers, firefighters and city staff who show up every day and put in the work to make this community better. Getting to know and work alongside these individuals has been one of the most meaningful parts of my time in office.
I am not stepping away from this community. I will continue to stay involved and serve wherever I am able.
Thank you for the trust you placed in me and for allowing me the privilege to serve.
With gratitude,
Amy Richey