NewNew from Rich: Town Hall Presentation & Radio Interview
See the slides from Rich's fall town halls, or hear him on The Hill Country Patriot with Lorraine LeMon.
Court Meeting Updates
After each Kerr County Commissioners Court meeting, Commissioner Rich Paces publishes a plain-language update: what was decided, why it matters, how it affects you, and what comes next.
Rich Paces is the current Kerr County Precinct 2 Commissioner — a Christian conservative, professional engineer, volunteer firefighter, and fiscal conservative focused on responsible growth, lower property taxes, public safety, groundwater protection, and transparent county government.
November 2026 General Election
Re-Elect Rich Paces
Kerr County Commissioner, Precinct 2
Kerr County's Christian Conservative Commissioner — proven leadership, continuity, and a steady hand to finish what we started.
Service Before Self
Rich Paces believes Kerr County needs experienced, steady conservative leadership focused on flood recovery, public safety, protecting groundwater, responsible growth, and keeping property taxes as low as possible.
As a professional engineer, volunteer firefighter, and current County Commissioner, Rich brings real-world leadership experience and a proven record of service to the people of Kerr County.
For Rich, public office has never been about power, politics, or personal gain. It has always been about Service Before Self — giving back to the community he loves and protecting the future of Kerr County for the next generation.
Rich is self-funded, independent, and committed to serving the citizens of Kerr County — not political donors or special interests. He has never accepted a pay raise since taking office and has consistently supported lower salary increases than those approved by the rest of the court because he believes public service should be about serving the people, not enriching politicians.
That's the kind of conservative leadership Rich Paces brings to Kerr County.
Help Us Find High-Visibility Sign Locations
Do you live or own property on a busy road in Precinct 2? If you're willing to host a Rich Paces campaign sign, call or text Rich at (830) 343-9107.
Rich is running a self-funded campaign. He's not asking for your money — just your support and a good place to put a sign.
And please tell your friends and neighbors: Vote for Rich Paces!
Who is Rich Paces?
Rich Paces is the incumbent Kerr County Commissioner for Precinct 2, a Christian conservative, registered professional engineer, and longtime community volunteer. With 36+ years in oil & gas leadership and 3 years serving Kerr County, he is running for re-election in November 2026.
- Incumbent Kerr County Commissioner, Precinct 2 (3 years)
- Christian and fiscal conservative; proud Republican
- Registered Professional Engineer
- 36+ years in oil & gas, 16+ in executive management
- Volunteer firefighter, Center Point VFD
- Leading Chapter 391 fight against BESS facilities
Why Vote for Rich Paces?
Kerr County needs strong leadership and continuity. Rich Paces shows up — knocking on doors at 6 a.m. during the July 4th flood, helping with search and rescue, debris cleanup, welfare checks, and connecting victims with financial assistance. He delivers results, not promises.
- Proven, hands-on leader during the July 4th flood crisis
- Fighting to keep your property taxes as low as possible
- Leading the regional fight against Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Engineer's understanding of Kerr County aquifers and groundwater protection
- Committed to election integrity and transparent county government
Top Priorities
Flood Recovery & Warning
Help residents and businesses rebuild from the July 4th flood, and put an effective Flood Warning System in place so we never lose lives again.
Stop BESS in the Hill Country
Continue leading the Chapter 391 Sub-Regional Planning Commission fight against Battery Energy Storage Systems in Kerr, Kendall and Gillespie Counties.
AG Barn Improvements
Complete the AG Barn improvements at roughly half the original $8 million bond cost — using grants or a visitor-funded venue tax, not burdening Kerr County taxpayers.
Key Experience
- Precinct 2 County Commissioner — 3 years of service
- President, Chapter 391 Sub-Regional Planning Commission (BESS opposition)
- Volunteer Firefighter, Center Point Volunteer Fire Department
- President, Center Point Area Historic Preservation Association
- Director and Treasurer, Hidden Hills Ranch Owners Association
- Active member of Hosanna Lutheran Church — Bread of Life mission & Adopt-a-Highway coordinator
- Registered Professional Engineer with 36+ years in oil & gas (16+ years executive management)
Questions Voters Ask
Rich Paces is the current Kerr County Precinct 2 Commissioner — a Christian conservative, professional engineer, volunteer firefighter, and fiscal conservative focused on responsible growth, lower property taxes, public safety, groundwater protection, and transparent county government.
Latest from Rich
October 9, 2026
Town Hall Presentation: Stopping BESS, the SB 3 Amendment, Property Taxes and the Police Station
Here is the presentation Commissioner Rich Paces prepared for his fall 2026 Precinct 2 town hall meetings. It covers the regional Chapter 391 fight against poorly sited battery storage (BESS) and the Mason County lesson, a proposed SB 3 amendment to protect grid reliability and Texas ratepayers, county budget and property-tax restraint, and the police station rumors. View the slides below or download the PDF.
October 7, 2026
Rich Paces on The Hill Country Patriot with Lorraine LeMon
Commissioner Rich Paces joined host Lorraine LeMon in the studio to talk about flood recovery, including the Kerr Together private-road repairs, and holding the line on taxes. He also discussed his engineering and budget experience, leading the Tri-County Chapter 391 Commission against unsafe battery storage (BESS) siting, and why his campaign is 100% self-funded.
September 22, 2026
Town Hall Schedule Update — October 7 & Rescheduled October 8, 2026
Hosanna Lutheran Church Town Hall rescheduled to Thursday, October 8 at 6:00 PM due to heavy rain. Comanche Trace Clubhouse remains Wednesday, October 7. Center Point completed — thank you!
Community Service
Long before the title — and long after the meetings end — Rich Paces shows up for Kerr County. Volunteer firefighter, flood responder, home builder, and neighbor.
Vote Rich Paces — November 2026
Kerr County deserves continuity, courage, and a commissioner who shows up. Help spread the word.