Episode 36: Floyd Hartman
In Episode 36, Tonya talks with Floyd Hartman about his life in the Texas Panhandle, including his service to the City of Amarillo and his recent post at The RANGE. He serves as the Principal Investigator for Water Stewardship with The RANGE, "an industry-led innovation in research and development, forging strategic industry and education partnerships, prioritizing workforce development, and ensuring a healthy, secure, and dependable supply of food, fiber, and fuel."
Floyd Hartman is a third‑generation, lifelong resident of Randall County. He grew up with a strong farming background that shaped his work ethic and commitment to community. For more than three decades, he has built a career in municipal water supply and public service, including over 25 years in executive leadership roles and service as Interim City Manager for a city of more than 200,000 residents. His work has focused on infrastructure, water resource management, and collaborative governance, along with long-standing involvement in regional and state water planning efforts.
Community service has always been central to his life, from church and youth sports to broader civic engagement. Floyd has been married to his wife Terrie for 42 years, and they are proud of their three children and eight grandchildren.
He holds a Masters of Public Administration-Government Administration, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Education/Business Administration; these degrees, as well as his extended career in public service, is what qualified him highly to work at The RANGE. His service to the community comes from a career of dedication and includes the following:
Board Member, Panhandle Water Planning Group (Region A) · 2015–2025
Chairman, Region 1 Upper Red River/Canadian Flood Planning Group · 2020–2023
Member, Panhandle Legislative Advisory Committee on Water Resources · 2025–Present
Member, American Water Works Association – Texas Section
Member, Texas Water Utilities Association · Since 1995
Retired Volunteer Firefighter, City of Canyon · 1994–2003
DIVE DEEPER!
Texas A & M University: The Future of Produced Water Recycling
Panhandle Groundwater Conservation District
Region 1, Canadian-Upper Red Flood Planning Region