A Henderson County city on Cedar Creek Lake that collects no property tax and runs almost entirely on sales tax. My coverage opened with a viral June 2026 council moment and a 55-minute on-record conversation with the mayor, and continues with the city manager and EDC director both departing, the stalled Pier 334 waterfront project, and a 2026 animal-ordinance referendum headed to the ballot.
A Gun Barrel City clip has more than 244,000 views and a comment section at war. The next morning, I called the mayor in it. He talked for 55 minutes.
A Gun Barrel City clip has more than 244,000 views and a comment section at war. The next morning, I called the mayor in it. He talked for 55 minutes.
4th Tuesday at 6:30 PM
Council Chambers
1716 W. Main Street, Gun Barrel City, TX 75156
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Brian Crull | Mayor |
| April Burns | Council Member |
| Rita Evans | Council Member |
| Kenneth Foster | Council Member |
| Jennifer Jacobs | Council Member |
| Jay Burson | Council Member |
Council data is cross-referenced from the Texas Municipal League directory and city records. If you notice an error, please let me know.
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