RB Golf Course Rezoning Clarification

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 support, endorsement, or likelihood of approval.

To clarify:

·       The City Council has unanimously rejected the reasoning behind this proposal.

·       No development plan has been approved.

·       Acceptance of an application does not mean it will pass.

City Council retains full authority to deny the rezoning following the required public hearings, and Council members have been clear and consistent in their opposition.

We understand residents’ concerns and remain committed to transparency, community input, and protecting the character of Runaway Bay. Official updates will be shared as required by law.

-        Mayor Herman White

City of Runaway Bay