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During the recent City Council meeting, a question was raised in the Public Forum regarding improvements to Martins Lane. To ensure residents have clear and accurate information, the City is providing the following update: The Martins Lane project originated from a proposed commercial development in the area. As part of early coordination efforts, Wise County agreed to assist by providing labor and equipment, while the Economic Development Corporation (EDC) planned to fund th

Regular Session | March 17, 2026 Quick Summary: · Federal funding secured and major projects moving toward construction phase · Jim Walters Road repair update · Addressing Data Centers in Wise County · Water Quality Update Public Forum Bailey Farley spoke regarding Martins Road, asking about the use of city funds for paving. City response will be addressed separately Consent Items (Approved) February 3, 2026 – Work Session & Special Session minutes F

The Runaway Bay City Council will meet Tuesday, March 17 at 6:00 PM at the Norma Coble Civic Center. Several items of interest to residents will be discussed, including: • Engineering updates from Freese and Nichols regarding infrastructure projects and ongoing grant opportunities • Approval of the February financial report and accounts payable • Appointment to the Cemetery Board • Routine approval of previous meeting minutes • Updates from the Mayor and City Council Resident

Good Afternoon, Runaway Bay! As spring is peeking its head around the corner, things are starting to get busy in Runaway Bay! Starting this week, you may see crews working in or around manholes across the city. The company handling this is RH Borden, based in Salt Lake City, UT, in conjunction with their local DFW office. This crew will create virtual models of each manhole to provide an objective survey of its physical condition. They will also install flow sensors to determ

Many residents have asked about the continued closure of Jim Walters Drive following the roadway washout that occurred several months ago. We understand this closure has been frustrating for those who regularly travel this route, and we appreciate the community’s patience as the City works toward a safe solution. Following the washout, the City requested an evaluation from the County Engineer to determine the proper repair needed to safely restore the roadway and prevent fu

Over the past few weeks, the City of Runaway Bay has been made aware of several social media videos and photos showing city infrastructure in various states of condition. It is very difficult for the city to determine whether the videos are accurate or whether the situations shown are actually in Runaway Bay or related to known current issues. Some of the issues have been located, verified, and corrected. Other photos that have been posted have been determined to be aged base

February 23, 2026 – Regular Session Public Forum Sheila Carillo addressed Council regarding ongoing sewer backup concerns on Tryall Court. Key points discussed: Concern about a nearby manhole and lift station Questions about recent rain event impacts Request to explore trenching or diversion options away from private property Lift station light blinking – concern it may not be functioning properly Cindy Fuller requested that the City consider adopting an ordinance address

Residents Asked to Help Protect Aging Sewer Infrastructure The City of Runaway Bay continues to experience sewer system blockages - some of which are preventable and caused by improper materials being flushed into the wastewater system. Recently, Public Works crews responded to another lift station obstruction caused by diapers, wipes, rags, and other non-flushable materials. These items accumulate inside pumps and pipes, causing mechanical failures and increasing the ris

I want residents to have accurate information about the heavy rain event and its impact on the City’s wastewater system. Runaway Bay’s Consulting Wastewater and Collections Operator, Roddy Boston, prepared the following report to provide a clear explanation of what occurred, and the actions being taken. Respectfully, Mayor Herman White On Saturday, February 14, 2026, heavy rain fell across the county, with 1 to 2.5 inches recorded in a short period. Heavy rain inu

The City of Runaway Bay has received questions about whether it operates under a “strong-mayor” form of government. To provide clarification, the City requested a written legal opinion from Brown & Hofmeister, LLP. The attached letter confirms that Runaway Bay does NOT operate under a strong-mayor form of government. Runaway Bay is a Type A General Law municipality governed by Chapter 22 of the Texas Local Government Code. Under Texas law, strong-mayor systems are found only

The City of Runaway Bay will hold a General Election on Saturday, May 2, 2026. The filing period has closed, and the following candidates have filed for a place on the ballot: Mayor • Herman White • Sam Berry City Council – Place 2 • Richard Griffin City Council – Place 4 • Phil Reicheneker We appreciate the willingness of these individuals to serve our community.

Residents of Runaway Bay, The City has received questions regarding the status of federal grant funding for wastewater infrastructure projects. Because federal infrastructure funding follows a structured, multi-step process, I want to provide clear information so our residents understand exactly where the City stands. The information below reflects official correspondence from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and the Cit

Following the February 3, 2026 City Council Workshop and Special Session, the City of Runaway Bay and Bay Community Church reached a framework agreement regarding the City’s main raw water intake line located beneath Church property. The discussion focused on preserving long-term water reliability for residents while allowing the Church’s construction project to move forward in a responsible manner. This workshop was intended for information sharing and discussion between Cit

I want to take a moment to provide residents with an update on the City’s ongoing wastewater infrastructure improvements. These efforts are part of a long-term plan to strengthen critical systems, meet regulatory requirements, and plan responsibly for the future. The City’s work is supported by significant federal grant funding and ongoing coordination with our engineering firm, Freese and Nichols, as well as our Infrastructure Task Force. While infrastructure projects can

Regular Session | January 20, 2026 1. Public Forum · Cindy Fuller announced that the Carter BloodCare Blood Drive will now be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 10am-3pm at the Civic Center. Contact Carolyn Dent carolyndent75@gmail.com for more information. Blood drive flyer is located at the bottom of recap. · Pansy Green encouraged the City to send out text alerts to notify residents of the Runaway Bay Bulletin www.runawaybaybulletin.com to ensure

Good Afternoon, Runaway Bay! My name is Roddy Boston and the Mayor added me to the Runaway Bay Public Works Task Force in 2023. I currently have an “A” Wastewater Treatment License and serve as Deputy Director of Public Works for Decatur. Interesting Facts about your Wastewater Treatment Plant: Capacity of the current plant: 400,000 gallons A wastewater treatment plant's capacity isn’t determined by how much it can hold at any one time. It is determined by how much wa

Recently, inaccurate information has been shared publicly regarding the status of Runaway Bay’s wastewater system and related infrastructure efforts. To ensure residents have accurate and factual information, the City of Runaway Bay would like to provide clarification directly from a qualified professional who is actively involved in overseeing these operations. The following statement is from Roddy Boston, who serves as Deputy Director of Public Works for the City of Deca

Many residents have questions about zoning, deed restrictions, and what is legally possible regarding the Golf Course. I want to share the Planning & Zoning Commission’s summary of the information presented during their January 6 work session, providing clarity about the legal framework that currently exists. P&Z Summary A comprehensive legal and planning review confirms that the Runaway Bay Golf Course is subject to long-standing deed restrictions that significantly lim

Recent media coverage has caused understandable concern regarding a rezoning request from the former RB Golf Club. I want to be very clear: the Runaway Bay City Council is unanimously opposed to the rezoning proposal as presented by the property owners. Under Texas law, the City cannot legally prevent a property owner from submitting a rezoning application, nor can we refuse to place it into the required public process. The word “consider” reflects a legal obligation - not

I would like to provide accurate information regarding recent media coverage of a federal fraud investigation in North Texas that referenced activity within our city. Regional Case Overview During the investigation, the City was not privy to all details, as the matter was handled at the federal level Now that the defendant has pleaded guilty to all charges, additional information related to the case may be disclosed The investigation identified approximately $5 million in