For the Fair Oaks Ranch City Council, Place 4 seat, Dale Pearson and James Roff will be on the May 3 ballot.

This City Council seat is currently held by Laura Koerner, whose term expires following the canvassing of votes.

Ahead of the election, Community Impact reached out to learn more about each candidate.

Candidates were asked to keep responses under 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.







Dale Pearson



Experience: 10-year volunteer with city, Planning & Zoning Commission and Home Charter Commission.




Contact Information: 830-480-9955





Why are you running for City Council?



I will strive to enhance our unique quality of life and responsibly manage our growth. My professional preparation and my 10-year history as a volunteer to the city set me apart as a candidate. I humbly ask for your vote and commit to acting in your best interest.



What are the biggest challenges Fair Oaks Ranch is facing?



We’re growing and our growth will continue to be a top-of-mind, high priority issue. Residents want to maintain our unique Hill Country residential and ranch lifestyle. This is all accomplished via our city council with responsible growth planning, budgeting, debating and listening to residents.



How do you plan on addressing those challenges?



City Council combined with the City ordinances via the Unified Development Code UDC, provides Council many tools needed to manage our growth responsibly. This protects our property values and fosters community relationships. This also benefits our residents by ensuring public safety, health and quality of life.



What is something you would like Fair Oaks Ranch residents to know about you?



10 years of consecutive city service has prepared me to be the best-qualified candidate to represent you on City Council. I served on committee that wrote our City Charter. Appointed by the City Council as a member of the very 1 st Planning & Zoning Commission and reappointed 2 additional terms.












James Roff



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Why are you running for city council?



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What are the biggest challenges Fair Oaks Ranch is facing?



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How do you plan on addressing those challenges?



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What is something you would like Fair Oaks Ranch residents to know about you?



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