Gary Wubbenhorst[/caption]Gary Wubbenhorst
Occupation: retired chief information officer and co-founder of Better Beginnings Childcare
After moving to Jersey Village in 1992, Wubbenhorst became active in the Jersey Village Volunteer Fire Department. He has served the community for 18 years as a volunteer firefighter and emergency medical technician intermediate.
Why are you running for Jersey Village City Council?
I am running because of my commitment to Jersey Village and my personal commitment to community service. I have been an active volunteer for the city of Jersey Village and have a unique perspective and much to offer as a result of my service. I first considered a position on council back in 2000, but until now, family and professional commitments prevented me from running.
What do you think are the most important issues for the city moving forward?
The biggest issue isn’t so much an issue as it is an opportunity. The city recently completed the creation of a long-term comprehensive plan. Implementing the plan is going to take strong leadership, perseverance and experience—qualities I can bring to council.
Tom Eustace[/caption]Tom Eustace*
Occupation: retired from oil and gas industry
Since moving to Jersey Village 38 years ago, Eustace has served as commissioner of the city's Planning and Zoning Committee, served on the board of directors of the Jersey Village Civic Organization, as a member of the Police Advisory Committee and as president of the Northwest Village Optimist Club. He has served on City Council for two years.
Why are you running for Jersey Village City Council?
I love this city and want to continue working to make it even better.
What do you think are the most important issues for the city moving forward?
To implement the comprehensive plan; to be fiscally responsible, constantly aware of what funds are coming in and what is being spent; to ensure we maintain strong, quality police and fire departments; and ensure upkeep of streets, sewers, public facilities and buildings.
*Incumbent
Bryan D. Engledow[/caption]Bryan D. Engledow
Occupation: project manager, new business consultant
Engledow spent his childhood in the northwest Houston area and attended Jersey Village High School. He has been involved in the business community as a project manager for more than 20 years and serves as an assistant youth director at his local church.
Why are you running for Jersey Village City Council?
When I returned home to Jersey Village in 2013, I realized that big city government had been inserted against the people’s will and knowledge. I am running to give a voice back to the residents of this great city.
What do you think are the most important issues for the city moving forward?
The residents having a voice on major issues without the city manager and other outsiders interfering with the people’s will is the largest issue we face moving forward. The people’s will is how our city should operate. I’ll fight to give that voice back to the residents.
The candidates listed in this guide will be on the May 7 local election ballot in the communities defined by Community Impact Newspaper’s Cy-Fair coverage area. Only contested races are listed.
