San Angelo Appoints New City Attorney

SAN ANGELO, TX — San Angelo has a new city attorney following Tuesday’s City Council meeting, where Brandon Dyson was officially appointed after serving in the role on an interim basis for more than six months.

City Manager Daniel Valenzuela announced the appointment after the council’s executive session, praising Dyson’s work since stepping in last fall.

“I’d like to thank Brandon Dyson," Valenzuela said. "He’s been doing the job of interim city attorney for the past six months, actually over six months at this point. I know that the progression I’ve seen has been great, and Brandon has been doing a great job."

Dyson, who previously worked as an assistant city attorney, said he was honored by the trust placed in him.

“I’m humbled and appreciative of Mr. Valenzuela’s trust in me and the council’s trust in me,” Dyson said. “It’s been a pleasure serving this community, and I look forward to continuing that for a long time.”

The city attorney position opened after former City Attorney Theresa James resigned in October 2024 to accept a job in Fort Worth. James had served San Angelo since 2015, playing a central role in legal negotiations, including the city’s water rights acquisitions and handling the 2021 water contamination crisis.