Former West University Mayor Richard Burton “Burt” Ballanfant has died of Coronavirus at the age of 72. Ballanfant served two terms as West U mayor, and his career on City Council spanned 15 years and included being chosen president of the Harris County Council of Mayors and Councils. Most recently, he was elected to council as part of a slate, serving through 2017. A … [Read more...] about Former West U Mayor Ballanfant has died from Coronavirus
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It’s unanimous: Former West U Mayor Fry elected to METRO board
Former West University Place Mayor Bob Fry was elected unanimously Wednesday by mayors of the 14 so-called “multi-cities” to represent their interests on the powerful METRO board. He will be sworn in at the board’s next meeting on June 27. “I have worked with most of these 14 mayors,” said Fry. “It will be hard work, but I am looking forward to it.” “He will do an … [Read more...] about It’s unanimous: Former West U Mayor Fry elected to METRO board