{"id":9187,"date":"2023-04-26T16:39:01","date_gmt":"2023-04-26T16:39:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sunrisebeacdev.wpengine.com\/?page_id=9187"},"modified":"2026-02-11T09:16:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T15:16:09","slug":"leadership","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sunrisebeachtx.gov\/?page_id=9187","title":{"rendered":"City Leadership"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\"The<\/div>

The Honorable Rob Hardy<\/h3>

Mayor, City of Sunrise Beach Village<\/h4>
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\"Rick<\/div>

Rick Bruns<\/h3>

Mayor Pro Tem<\/h4>

Hello, my name is Rick! I have 50 years of work experience in the private sector of the business world, 20 years in the Transportation Industry and 30+ years in the Packaging and Equipment industry. (Yes, I sell empty boxes). I served on the City of Windcrest, Texas as EDC Board, Councilman and Mayor. I understand the commitment needed for this position and the expectations of serving our community. Understanding these are voluntary positions, I would like to assist our Mayor and Council in bringing common sense, reality and economic experience for continued success to our citizens and city staff. We need to view the city as a for-profit business and Budget and Manage it accordingly. I believe my business expertise and past City experience can assist Sunrise Beach immensely. \u00a0
My wife Cindy and I have been married for 41 years. We now have two daughters Vanessa and Amanda, all living in San Antonio, Texas. I am also now the proud grandparent of two lovely granddaughters, Emory (6) and Elena (3). Family is of the upmost importance to me.
We purchased a Lake front property here in Sunrise Beach in 2006 and it was our second home. We have many memories of Family weekends and relaxation here. We then purchased the Rising Star Ranch in 2017 making Sunrise Beach our permanent residence. We are blessed to live in this sanctuary and enjoy the Texas Hill Country.
My goal is to earn people\u2019s trust in our City Government and its Employee Partners. We have a very dedicated and experienced staff with a great work ethic to keeping our community Safe and Secure.
I always used this saying in my past years of working and building talented teams of people.\u00a0 I do believe in this and will make it applicable as we make the tough decisions we have moving forward.

\u201cWorking Together We All Succeed\u201d<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
rick.bruns@sunrisebeachtx.gov<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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City Council<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Mike<\/div>

Mike Byrd<\/h3>

Councilmember<\/h4>

mike.byrd@sunrisebeachtx.gov<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

My name is Mike and I have served 4 consecutive terms on the City Council.
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I am a highly experienced Information Technology professional with strong technical, project management, and communication skills. I have managed the installation of backup generator support for the Sunrise Beach Water Department. Currently, I am managing the engineering design and implementation of a second water tank at the top of Sandy Mountain as well as overseeing analytical upgrades for the automation of our water system software and hardware.
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I received a BS in Aerospace Engineering from The University of Texas, an MSE (rocket propulsion) from Purdue, and an MS-SE from SMU. After leaving Purdue, I worked for General Dynamics (now Lockheed) in Fort Worth as a propulsion engineer for two years followed by my studies at SMU. I then completed 20 years in the US Air Force as a fighter\/instructor\/test pilot, rocket scientist, and project manager. My last project in the AF was to put together a joint test with the Army with a budget of $65m in the first year. After retiring from the AF, I put my hobby skills to work in Information Technology and worked for several companies; including 9 years as the IT Director for the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association. I still work part-time as a Database Consultant, and give database presentations around the world.

I love the Sunrise Beach community and its citizens. I am very active in the Sunrise Beach Federated Church, where I helped implement their website, as well as design and manage the streaming service for Sunday morning worship.\u00a0 In my spare time, I assist with maintaining a Sunrise Beach mail list database used by the VFD, CCAA, and the City Employee Bonus program. Contact me at mike.byrd@sunrisebeachtx.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Dan<\/div>

Dan Gower<\/h3>

Councilmember<\/h4>

dan.gower@sunrisebeachtx.gov<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Hello, my name is Dan Gower and I currently serve as a councilman on the city council. After serving 39 years with the U.S. Army, my primary expertise lies in critical thinking and planning. My goal in life is to have a servant’s heart.

That goal has found “feet” in my church where I serve as Finance Chairman and Sunday School leader.
Further, as a medical first responder and Fire Chief with the Sunrise Beach Volunteer Fire Department, I am at the forefront of emergency services and hazard mitigation planning for our city and the county of Llano. Sunrise Beach has been “Fort Final” for us since 2002.

I have been married to Susan Rock Gower for 53 years. We have twin sons who blessed us with 15 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

Reach out to me via email at dan.gower@sunrisebeachtx.gov<\/a> or chief@sunrisebeachvfd.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Jeff<\/div>

Jeff Cook<\/h3>

Councilmember<\/h4>

jeff.cook@sunrisebeachtx.gov<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Hello. My name is Jeff Cook. I am honored to have been elected to serve you on City Council. I have previous experience on the SRBV City Council, the City\u2019s Planning and Zoning Commission, and the Firewise Committee. My wife Veronica and I became property owners in Sunrise Beach Village in 2015 and permanent residents in 2017. I have an associate degree in Law Enforcement, a bachelor\u2019s degree in emergency management administration, and a Master Peace Officers License.

Prior to retiring and moving to this great community, I spent my entire career in law enforcement. During that time, I worked for a City Police Department, a County Sheriff\u2019s Office, a County Constable\u2019s Office, and I spent the majority of my career with the Texas Department of Public Safety. In the DPS, I served as a State Trooper in the Texas Highway Patrol, an Intelligence Agent in the Criminal Intelligence Service, and over 13 years as a Texas Ranger. My career allowed me the opportunity to work closely with City, County, and State leaders, providing me with the knowledge of how government works and the skills to serve this community.\u00a0

My goal while serving on the City Council is to bring the citizens of this City the quality of life each one desires and deserves. I will strive to do this by maintaining critical infrastructure, improving City services, and providing a safe living environment for all.

My wife Veronica and I have been married 40 years and have two grown children and five grandchildren.\u00a0

I am here to serve you. Please feel free to contact me at jeff.cook@sunrisebeachtx.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Steve<\/div>

Steve Primm<\/h3>

Councilmember<\/h4>

steve.primm@sunrisebeachtx.gov<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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For more information on Council Meetings and to find an archive of meetings, agendas, minutes, and\/or announcements – Please follow this link<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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