City Hall will close at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, November 26, and will remain closed on Thursday and Friday in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Regular business hours will resume Monday. Emergency Contacts While Offices Are Closed: • Public Works On-Call: 940-389-0255 • Police Non-Emergency: 940-627-5971 • Emergency: 911

Get involved. Stay informed. Help shape your city. Runaway Bay is built on community involvement, and our monthly board meetings are one of the best ways to stay connected to what’s happening across the city. Residents are always welcome and encouraged to attend. Monthly Meeting Schedule (all at 6 pm, Norma Coble Civic Center): • 1st Tuesday – Planning & Zoning • 2nd Tuesday – Economic Development Corporation • 3rd Tuesday – City Council • 3rd Thursday – Cemetery Board • 4th Tuesday – Parks & Recreation These meetings cover important decisions about development, city improvements, community projects, and future planning. If you’ve ever wondered how things get done in Runaway Bay, this is your front row seat. We hope to see you there!

Effective 11/25/2025, the City of Runaway Bay has rescinded the Boil Water Notice for Tryall Court. All required corrective actions have been completed and lab results confirm the water is safe for normal consumption. Questions? Contact City Hall: 940-575-4745.

Due to a water main break, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has issued a Boil Water Notice for residents on Tryall Court. Please boil all water used for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, and food preparation. Water should be brought to a rolling boil for two minutes before use. This notice will remain in effect until water samples confirm it is safe. For questions, contact City Hall at 940-575-4745.

SAVE THE DATE! Get your lights ready - the Christmas Lighted Golf Cart Parade is coming up! No pre-registration required. Just meet us in the parking lot of the Norma Coble Civic Center and join in the fun. If you’d rather cheer from the sidelines, you can still be part of the excitement as the parade makes its way through town, led by our Runaway Bay Police Department and Runaway Bay Fire Department. And don’t forget... there will be candy for the kids along the route! 📅 Friday, December 5th ⏱ Judging: 6:45 PM 🚒 Parade Starts: 7:00 PM 📍 Norma Coble Civic Center Refreshments and awards will be available inside the Civic Center before the parade.

Regular Session - November 18, 2025 - 6:00 p.m.   The City Council of Runaway Bay met in Regular Session at the Norma Coble Civic Center. Below is a full recap of the evening’s discussions, presentations, and council updates. 1. Public Forum   • Jackie Ishmael Announced that Wreaths Across America will take place on December 13 at 11:00 a.m. Runaway Bay has 23 veterans to honor, and 8 families have already been contacted. Volunteers are encouraged to attend and honor our Veterans.   • Barbara Scarpinato Requested the City and the Fire Department to discuss ways to improve the burn pile and enhance safety practices.   • Kay Fite Expressed opposition to the proposed golf course rezoning, emphasizing that residents are “shareholders” in the community. She stated the plan appears more focused on selling land than serving citizens and reiterated that residents have not felt heard from golf course owners.   • Kimberlee Swoboda Also spoke against the rezoning and noted that uses such as a soccer field or retirement home could strain water resources further. She stated that 95% of Facebook comments support reopening the 18-hole course and urged the Council not to rezone. She also mentioned that she and a few other residents have raised $50,000 to challenge any potential lawsuits related to rezoning the golf course.   • David Springfield Provided a summary of the 2nd Annual Smoke on the Water (SOTW) event and thanked all volunteers. Reported that the funds will support fireworks, parks, GRBA, and the Fire Department.   • Laura Blackburn Shared her excitement and appreciation about Runaway Bay offering community events, like SOTW.   • Phil Reicheneker Recognized the team effort behind SOTW and presented Mayor White and his wife, Linda, with a plaque for all their hard work and support towards our City’s growth and success, past and present. He noted that the event center was crucial to the SOTW’s success. 2. Approval & Action Items   • October 21, 2025 Regular Session Minutes – Approved • October 31, 2025 Accounts Payable Report – Approved • October 2025 Financial Report – Approved • Ordinance No. 639 – Special Events Vendor Fees – Approved 3. Presentation by Danielle Cocanougher   Danielle reported she had no new information, noting that her presentation was a continuation from the recent Planning & Zoning Meeting. She stated that the owners have received positive feedback on social media and encouraged residents to submit additional ideas.   Concepts discussed included: Selling adjacent pieces of land to homeowners to expand property values Forming a non-profit of former golfers to manage the course Revisiting a possible donation of the course to the City (which the Council later clarified why the City cannot accept)   She also spoke extensively about the City’s water supply, potential future shortages, and how much water a golf course requires.   The floor was then opened for council questions and legal clarifications. Council Questions & Clarifications   Mayor White Clarified his professional working relationship is with Richard Ray and addressed the earlier mention of an informal donation offer, which was declined. Explained that after reviewing all deed restrictions, rezoning would not override the legal limitations attached to the golf course property. City Attorney Terry Welch - Legal Overview   City Attorney Terry Welch provided detailed clarification regarding zoning, deed restrictions, and legal liabilities: The golf course property is heavily burdened with multiple deed restrictions. Some decades old. These restrictions limit land use and remain enforceable regardless of zoning. Rezoning does not and cannot supersede deed restrictions. Ignoring deed obligations could: • Expose the City and owners to lawsuits, • Create contractual conflicts, and • Allow residents to sue for violation of deed conditions. Many restrictions require open green space and enforce non-commercial use. Due to legal limitations, the City cannot accept the golf course as a donation, as doing so could jeopardize state and federal grants we have received for infrastructure improvements. Water & Utility Clarifications TRWD (Tarrant Regional Water District) holds the contract to supply water to the golf course - not the City. The City remains under TCEQ emergency guidelines, with prior issues including 58 infractions. State and federal agencies are working closely with Runaway Bay, and compliance is essential to retaining outside support. Council Member Holt Stressed the importance of protecting the City’s financial health. Noted that assuming responsibility for the golf course would bankrupt the City. Added that Runaway Bay is unique and that joining the West Fork Public Utility Agency is not in the City's best interest at this time. The initial investment required is significant, and the City is currently focused on major infrastructure projects already underway. With federal and state grants assisting our water-related improvements, the priority is to complete those efforts without diverting resources. The option to join the agency will remain open in the future, should circumstances change and it become beneficial to reconsider.   Council Member Petty Asked Danielle whether her team would serve as the lead investor. She clarified she is not a developer. Danielle estimated operating the course would require $1.5 million annually, and rehabilitation would cost another $2 million. Petty stated he could not support this.  Council Member Griffin Reviewed the option of privatizing the golf course and that doing so would likely triple residents' taxes. Emphasized no council member is wiling to support the level of tax increase required to rehabilitate or operate the course. When the audience was asked whether they would support a tax increase to fund the golf course, the overall response was negative. Overall Council Position   The Council emphasized that while they would love to see the golf course reopened, they must: Follow all legal guidance, Protect state and federal funding, and Acknowledge that the City cannot operate the course under current constraints.     Mayor Pro Tem, Carolyn Moody further emphasized that accepting a donation of the golf course would not only burden the City financially, it would also risk the water-infrastructure grants that Runaway Bay relies on. The Council reiterated their commitment to being responsible stewards of taxpayer resources while navigating complex legal and regulatory requirements.   Council Member Updates     • EDC - Richard Griffin gave an update on Smoke on the Water and celebrated the success of this year’s event and thanked volunteers. • Cemetery Board - Carolyn Moody shared that the Cemetery Board will meet Thursday, November 20 at the Norma Coble Civic Center at 6p.m. Upcoming Event: December 13 at 11 a.m. - Wreaths Across America. • Fire Department - Chris Petty reported 31 calls, including 5 fire and the remaining being medical calls. Also noted discussions about improving the burn pile process. • GRBA - Steve Holt reported The GRBA Chili Supper raised $850. He praised Cindy Fuller, who volunteered at the front desk for two full days. Upcoming event: December 5 at 6:45 p.m. - Christmas Golf cart parade with cookies and hot chocolate.   • Police Department - No major updates reported.   • Mayor’s Acknowledgment - Mayor White expressed gratitude to the community for reaching out to him while he was ill.

The City of Runaway Bay has entered the next phase of major improvements to our Wastewater System. Over the coming weeks, residents will notice increased activity around town as engineers and crews evaluate the system and begin preparing the groundwork for upcoming upgrades.   To keep the process efficient and properly sequenced, the engineering firm Freese and Nichols (FNI) is completing a full review of the system. This includes the Wastewater Treatment Plant, multiple lift stations, and major piping throughout the city. The City is also finalizing an inventory of equipment and documenting current conditions to ensure no detail is overlooked. The City formed a Wastewater Committee consisting of Roddy Boston (City Wastewater Director), Barry Schimpf (Runaway Bay Resident/Engineer), Herman White (Mayor) Steve Reynolds (Police Chief), Richards Griffin (City Council Member/Engineer) and Ryan Hallingan (Water Superintendent) to oversee this process.   Why This Work Matters   Like many growing communities, Runaway Bay has experienced increasing demands on its wastewater system over the years. Heavy rainfall events, aging infrastructure, and documented system conditions have highlighted the need for focused improvements. This work will help protect our watershed, support responsible growth, and strengthen our overall infrastructure for the future. Easement Documentation   As part of this effort, the City has obtained the necessary easement documentation related to wastewater infrastructure located on or near private property. These easements ensure engineers and contractors have the proper access needed for construction, maintenance, and long-term system reliability. Updated easements are also required by state regulators before certain improvements can move forward and grants released. Priority Projects   To close ongoing violations with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the following projects will be addressed first: Table 1: WWTP Project No. 1 - Package Plant Rehabilitation Table 2: WWTP Project No. 2 - Chlorine Building Improvements Table 4: WWTP Project No. 4 - Generator Rehabilitation Table 10: Jim Walters Lift Station - Lift Station Improvements Table 11: Jim Walters Lift Station - 12-inch Gravity Main Replacement Table 12: Port O’ Call South Lift Station - Lift Station Improvements   Once these projects are underway, upgrading the SCADA system (which manages real-time monitoring and controls) will be the next major priority. What Residents Can Expect Next   Over the coming weeks, residents may see crews working in various parts of the city as assessments and early preparation begin. Here’s what’s happening next: The City and FNI will identify which tasks can be completed by City crews and which will require outside contractors. Resource planning will begin, including labor and materials, especially for grant-funded projects that must follow specific purchasing rules. Oncor has been notified of projected power needs, and FNI is finalizing the design plans required before construction begins. We will continue sharing updates as key milestones are reached so residents can stay informed.

The Runaway Bay Planning and Zoning Board met on November 4, 2025, to review development discussions regarding the RB Golf Club & Resort property. I’d like to share a brief summary and the City’s official position on the matters discussed. Golf Course Donation Offer The RB Club and Resort owners informally offered the golf course property as a donation to the City of Runaway Bay. After reviewing the condition of the existing city infrastructure and the city’s current financial priorities, Council-member Steve Holt, who is familiar with the City’s finances said, “the burden on the City’s financial resources from the cost of maintaining and operating the golf course and its related assets would negatively impact the City’s financial resources.  Secondly, this burden could negatively affect the City’s ability to qualify for grants and loans from Federal and State sources.  In short, the City can not afford to take the donation.”  Accepting the golf course donation is not in the City’s best interest at this time. While the offer was appreciated, the City is operating under a declared sewer and water emergency and simply does not have the funding or resources to operate or rehabilitate a golf course of this scale. In addition, the city does not have the payroll capacity to support staffing a golf course. Our priority must remain on maintaining water system reliability and continuing the infrastructure improvements that directly serve our residents. It’s important to note that the golf course was also offered to Weatherford College and the Trinity Waters Regional District (TWRD), and both organizations declined for similar reasons. Zoning and Land Use The property is currently zoned RSG - Recreational, Scenic, Greens. The City Council unanimously agrees this zoning should remain intact. Maintaining this designation preserves the land’s intended recreational use and aligns with the community’s long-term vision. Proposed Development Concept The RB Golf Club ownership team presented a preliminary concept (“Concept A”) proposing a restructured 9-hole golf course, with additional community amenities such as trails, fields, and mixed-use spaces. A formal rezoning proposal is expected to be submitted to the Planning & Zoning Board in January 2026. Community Feedback Residents who attended and spoke at the meeting were strongly in favor of preserving the existing 18-hole golf course and voiced opposition to the proposed rezoning or restructuring plans. The City of Runaway Bay supports our residents’ desire to preserve the course in its original form and remains hopeful that a suitable private buyer will come forward - one capable of restoring and maintaining the golf course to its full 18-hole potential. Our Commitment As your mayor, I remain dedicated to fiscal responsibility and protecting the character of Runaway Bay. Preserving our greenspaces, ensuring reliable water infrastructure, and planning for responsible growth remain our top priorities. The council and I will continue to do everything within our power to support the current and future owners and preserve it as an 18-hole course. It is central to Runaway Bay’s identity and what our residents value. We appreciate everyone who participated in this discussion and encourage continued civic engagement as this matter progresses in the coming months. Disclaimer: The City of Runaway Bay communicates only through this website, https://runawaybaytexas.com and one Facebook platform. Any other pages, groups, or online discussions are independent and do not represent the City’s views or positions. — Mayor Herman White City of Runaway Bay

When Lake Bridgeport was completed in 1931, the land that would one day become Runaway Bay looked very different from the community we know today. The southern shoreline was remote, rugged, and quiet. Just a stretch of ranchland broken up only by scattered fish camps and the winding dirt roads locals used to navigate the hills. For nearly three decades, access to the south side of the lake was limited. Travelers from Bridgeport or beyond had only a few choices: take long detours around unpaved roads or cross the water by boat. Life moved at a slower pace simply because getting anywhere required planning and patience. That changed in 1960. A Bridge Across the Lake and Into a New Era The construction of the U.S. Highway 380 bridge across Lake Bridgeport marked one of the most important turning points in this area’s history. For the first time, a direct route connected Bridgeport to the southern lakefront, bringing the remote shoreline within easy reach of the growing North Texas region. What had once been an isolated corner of Wise County suddenly became accessible. Weekend anglers could reach the south side in minutes instead of hours. Families from the metroplex began discovering the lake. And developers started to see something new: potential. The bridge didn’t just cross the water, it opened the door to the future. Today, the 380 bridge is so familiar that many of us cross it without a second thought - usually at a respectable 55 mph. But next time you take that drive, imagine what it was like before 1960: No bridge. No easy access. Just winding dirt roads, long ways around, and the occasional boat ride for anyone determined enough to reach the southern shore. The bridge didn’t only save time. It brought opportunity. It connected families and visitors to a part of Wise County they might never have discovered. And in doing so, it helped create the community we’re proud to call home today.

Issued: November 1, 2025 Due to a water main break, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the City of Runaway Bay public water system to issue a Boil Water Notice for Unit 1. Until further notice, all water used for drinking, cooking, food preparation, washing hands/face, brushing teeth, or making ice should be boiled and cooled before use. Bring water to a vigorous rolling boil for two (2) minutes to ensure safety. Children, seniors, and individuals with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable and should take extra precautions. Residents may use bottled water as an alternative. The City will notify residents when water quality has been restored and the boil notice is lifted. Please share this information with neighbors who may not have received the notice, including those in apartments or group facilities. For questions, contact City Hall at 940-575-4745. Thank you for your patience as crews work to resolve this issue quickly and safely.

City of Runaway Bay Public Notice The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has notified the City of Runaway Bay that recent testing showed our drinking water exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) for Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM). This notice is not an emergency. Residents do not need to use an alternate water source. However, we are required to inform you of the results and the steps we are taking. What Happened Testing from the 3rd Quarter of 2025 indicated an average TTHM level above the state and federal limit at specific sample locations: 100.3 mg/L — Land 89.3 mg/L — Shady Oaks & Port O’Call TTHMs form when chlorine used for water disinfection reacts with naturally occurring organic matter in the water. Health Information Long-term exposure above the regulatory limits may increase the risk of liver, kidney, or nervous system issues and may increase cancer risk. If you have specific health concerns, consult your doctor. What We’re Doing The City has already taken corrective actions, including: Increased flushing of water lines through hydrants Optimized chlorination procedures at the treatment facility We will continue system adjustments and testing to ensure compliance. What You Should Do No action is required from residents at this time. Please share this information with anyone who drinks our water but may not receive this notice, including renters or business owners. Questions? City of Runaway Bay 📞 940-575-4745 🗓️ Notice Issued: October 31, 2025

Give the Gift of Life - Right Here in Runaway Bay! The Greater Runaway Bay Alliance is partnering with Carter BloodCare to host a community Blood Drive on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM at the Norma Coble Civic Center (51 Runaway Bay Drive). Every donation saves lives and this event is a wonderful opportunity for our residents to make a difference without leaving town. Why It Matters: Officer J.T. from Waxahachie, Texas, knows firsthand the power of giving blood. He’s alive today because of generous donors like you. Blood donations support hospitals and first responders across North Texas, helping accident victims, surgical patients, and those battling critical illnesses. Bonus for Donors: As a token of appreciation, each donor will receive a free blanket while supplies last — perfect for cozying up this fall! Event Details: Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM Location: Norma Coble Civic Center, 51 Runaway Bay Dr., Runaway Bay, TX 76426 How to Register: Use the QR code on the flyer or schedule your appointment at CarterBloodCare.org . You can also text Carolyn Dent at 940-399-9333 for more information or to secure your time slot. Let’s come together as a community to help save lives - one pint at a time!