James Lane Hooton

James Lane Hooton is a member of the Lawton City Council representing Ward 1. He was appointed by the City Council in 2025 to fill a vacancy and serves the remainder of the unexpired term pursuant to the City Charter. Council Service Office: City CouncilorWard: 1Method of Selection: Appointed by City CouncilAppointment Date: September 8, 2025Sworn In: September 23, 2025Governing Body: City of Lawton City CouncilTerm Status: Serving remainder of unexpired term Appointment Background In a special session held on September 8, 2025, the Lawton City Council appointed James Lane Hooton to serve as the Ward 1 representative. The appointment was made in accordance with the City Charter to fill a council vacancy. Hooton was formally sworn in during a City Council meeting on September 23, 2025. Hooton’s appointment marked the second council appointment in 2025 to fill a vacancy. Earlier in the year, Taron Epps was appointed to represent Ward 2. Community Involvement Attends St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Lawton Attendance & Participation James Lane Hooton was present at the December 9, 2025 City Council meeting and participated in roll call, discussion, and voting on agenda items, including ordinances, resolutions, and executive session matters. Related Meetings December 09, 2025 City Council Meeting Sources Lawton Town Crier — James L. Hooton Appointed to Ward 1 (Sept. 8, 2025)https://lawtontowncrier.com/2025/09/james-l-hooton-appointed-to-ward-1/City of Lawton City Council agendas and meeting records