Point To Disbands Police

March 7, 2026 – The City of Point will soon disband its local police department, shifting law enforcement responsibilities to the Rains County Sheriff’s Office, according to a letter issued by Mayor Angela Smith.

The population of Point, Texas, is 985, according to Census Reporter and the City of Point. It is a small city in Rains County covering 2.78 square miles, with a median age of 38.4 years and approximately 355 households.

In the letter to residents, Smith said the decision was made after careful consideration of the city’s resources and the long-term needs of the community. Once the transition is complete, deputies from the Rains County Sheriff’s Department will provide law enforcement coverage for the city.

City officials say the move is intended to ensure residents continue receiving reliable police protection while addressing operational and financial challenges associated with maintaining a small municipal department. Smaller cities across Texas have increasingly relied on county law enforcement agencies to provide policing services as costs for staffing, equipment and training continue to rise.

The mayor noted that the transition will require coordination between the city and county officials to ensure there are no gaps in coverage. Details about the exact timeline for closing the department and fully transferring responsibilities to the sheriff’s office have not yet been finalized.

Residents were encouraged to continue using emergency services as normal during the transition period.

Once the change takes effect, the Rains County Sheriff’s Office will handle patrols, emergency calls and investigations within Point’s city limits, marking a significant shift in how law enforcement services are provided in the community.