Name: Patrick R. Miller, M.Ed.
Office Sought: Amarillo City Council Place 1
What is your age? 35
What is your educational background? Please list any degrees or certificates earned and any institutions attended.
I have earned a Bachelor's degree in Pre-Law Studies, a Master's degree in Teaching, and a Master's degree in Educational Leadership.
What is your occupation?
Nonprofit Regional Director
Please list any civic boards or commissions (non-profit, government, union, political, etc.) on which you have served as a board member or equivalent.
I have had the privilege of serving in various leadership capacities in our community, including a six-year term on the Amarillo College Board of Regents, where I helped manage a budget of approximately $67 million. Beyond this, I have served on governing or advisory boards for St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Amarillo Police Department Community Advisory Panel, Randall County Sheriff’s Office Advisory Board, Panhandle PBS Advisory Council, Strategic Initiatives Committee of the Amarillo Area Foundation, Amarillo Symphony Board of Directors, and the Amarillo Branch NAACP.
Have you previously held or do you currently hold any elected office? If so, what office(s)?
Amarillo College Board of Regents, 2015-2021
If your campaign has any online campaign resources where voters can learn more about you, such as social media accounts or a website, please list them below.
Miller for Amarillo on Facebook and Instagram, and https://www.millerforamarillo.com/
Why did you decide to run for this office in 2025?
I am running because I love Amarillo and I have the experience to put Amarillo first by building a strong economy, a safe community, and reliable infrastructure.
If elected, what will be your top three priorities in office?
I will work alongside four other members of the City Council to put Amarillo first by building a strong economy, a safe community, and reliable infrastructure.
What is an issue you believe has gone overlooked in your race and how will you address it if elected?
We must focus on three key areas: economy, safety, and infrastructure. I will work to update zoning policies for affordable housing, and I will improve local job creation by restoring our partnership with the AEDC to attract businesses. Furthermore, I will support police, firefighters, and city employees with the resources they need, and secure salary increases for retention. Moreover, I will prioritize upgrades to wastewater treatment plants and complete the Northeast interceptor line.
What is your position on the issue of taxpayer-funded lobbying? Please explain.
"Panhandle Days" at the Capitol is a strategic opportunity to bring our local issues to the attention of our legislators. These efforts help to bring resources back to our community.
Why are you the best candidate for voters to support for this position?
I have extensive leadership experience which qualifies me to serve on the Amarillo City Council. For six years, I served on the Amarillo College Board of Regents and helped to enhance accessibility, affordability, and student completion, all while helping to manage a $67 million budget. As a lifelong Amarillo resident, my 12 years of service as a teacher and school administrator underline my dedication to education and community development.
In addition to my work in education, I have taken on numerous leadership roles, including involvement with St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, the Amarillo Police Department Community Advisory Panel, and the Randall County Sheriff’s Office Advisory Board. My participation in various organizations, such as the Panhandle PBS Advisory Council, NAACP, and the Amarillo Symphony Board of Directors, further exemplify my commitment to Amarillo's future.
A vote for me is a vote for Amarillo's future. I will work alongside the other four members of the City Council to put Amarillo first by building a strong economy, a safe community, and reliable infrastructure.