City of Gallatin, Texas incorporated in the early 1980's.  The city does not collect sales tax nor access property taxes.  Since incorporation the city has maintained a Community Center and a Volunteer Fire Department. An annual Gallatin School Reunion, and Gopher Fest are celebrated along with Halloween parties and Christmas Parade activities. Closely working  with Cherokee County, Texas, the Sheriff's Department for security,  Precinct 1 Commissioner and State of Texas for road maintenance,  the City of Gallatin provides a great environment.