Dr. Raymond E. Carroll, Mayor

Dr. Raymond E. Carroll was sworn in as Mayor of Dyer on March 22, 2021. Ray has deep roots in Dyer; his mother, Mrs. Sally Carroll, served as Municipal Clerk for the City from 1979 to 1996. He has a daughter and five grandchildren (who keep him VERY busy as only grandchildren can). Dr. Carroll’s background includes a career in higher education and is presently facilities manager at a retirement home for the aged, as well as pastoring a local congregation. Before becoming Mayor, Ray served on the Board of Aldermen, first from 1997 to 2003, and then from 2015 until 2021 when he became Mayor. In his spare time, Ray collects antiques, and enjoys spending time in the out of doors.

 

The Board of Aldermen

The Dyer Board of Aldermen are elected to four year terms with four aldermen being elected every 2 years. The Board of Aldermen are the legislative and policy making body for the City — the “Board of Directors” for the City. They approve certain purchases, approve the annual budget, authorize the hiring of new employees, and pass laws through the amendment of the Municipal Code via ordinance. The City Board meets each 2nd and 4th Monday of the month at 7:00 at City Hall.

City Charter & Code

The City Charter is like the constitution of the City. It is approved by the Tennessee General Assembly. Changes are made on request of the Board of Aldermen. The Municipal Code is “local law” and covers everything from traffic laws to animal control to utility policies. Changes to the municipal code are made by ordinance; ordinances must be approved twice before coming into effect.

Download: Dyer City Charter

Download: Dyer Municipal Code 2013