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Plains, Texas is the County Seat of Yoakum County. It was founded in 1907 by W.J. Luna. The City of Plains was incorporated in 1953 as a Type A General Law city, subject and operating under Chapter 22 of the Local Government Code. The governing body consists of the Mayor and five council members, elected by the voters residing in the City. In addition to the members of the city council, other officers of the City include the City Administrator, City Secretary and the City Attorney.  These officers are appointed by the city council. As per the 2010 census, the population of Plains was 1481. 

The City of Plains offers water, natural gas, and garbage services to its citizens.  We also have an Emergency Management Service headed by Dave Wilkins, and a Volunteer Fire Department with Peter Redekopp as Fire Chief. Law Enforcement services are provided by the Yoakum County Sheriff's Department. The Park and Swimming Pool located within the City are operated by Yoakum County.

Plains is host to the yearly Old Settlers Reunion and Rodeo the first Saturday in August, as well as the Yoakum County Watermelon Roundup, which is held the Saturday before Labor Day.