Eligible residents have until April 3 to register to vote. The early voting period starts April 22 and ends April 29. Election Day is May 3.
Candidates were asked to keep responses within 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity.
Frank Ritchie
Experience:
Current mayor
Occupation:
Business owner/pastor
Why are you running for Mayor?
Because I believe we are doing good things since I have been elected.
What are the biggest challenges Boerne is facing?
Development and water
In a community survey, residents highlighted the need for road improvements and responsible growth, how do you plan to work towards addressing those concerns?
We already are.
What is something you would like Boerne Residents to know about you?
I deeply care for this community.
Laura Haning
Experience:
25 year resident of Boerne; 18 plus years employment in planning with the City of Boerne
Occupation:
Self-employed, consultant LJH Strategic Solutions LLC
Candidate Website:
https://lauraformayor.com/
Contact Information:
830-446-7679
Why are you running for Mayor?
I am a dedicated advocate for Boerne, committed to ethical governance, transparency, and responsible stewardship. With thoughtful leadership, fiscal integrity, and environmental stewardship, we can preserve Boerne’s unique character while ensuring a thriving future for generations to come.
What are the biggest challenges Boerne is facing?
Impacts of growth. Growth must be thoughtful and respect our limited resources. The city should not support development beyond our boundaries unless it provides its own water and helps mitigate traffic. Any growth should enhance our community, not burden it, ensuring sustainable development that preserves Boerne’s character and quality of life.
In a community survey, residents highlighted the need for road<br>improvements and responsible growth, how do you plan to work towards addressing those<br>concerns?
I championed some of the City’s most stringent development regulations that continue to earn statewide recognition. Upholding these regulations is essential to mitigating the impacts of development, including environmental, traffic, and resource concerns. It is crucial that those responsible for enforcement apply these standards rigorously and without manipulation.
What is something you would like Boerne Residents to know about you?
As mayor, I will lead with integrity, strengthen oversight and ensure decisions are made in the best interest of our community, putting Boerne first—not special interests. I am committed to responsible stewardship. Any growth or development should serve the people of Boerne—not the other way around.
