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Denton City Councilman resigns two months after taking office
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· July 31, 2026
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Key takeaway Villarreal will formally step down on September 1.
A Denton City Councilman has announced his resignation due to health issues. Jordan Villarreal made the announcement on his Facebook page, stating that he made the decision after careful consideration. He described serving the residents of Denton as a profound honor.
Villarreal will formally step down on September 1. His resignation comes just over two months after taking office, following a special election win in May. Further details about Villarreal's resignation and the upcoming special election to fill his seat are available from the source.
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Category: government Published: July 31, 2026 Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local Reading time: 1 min
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