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Strengths of EnnisEnnis' strengths, shaping its identity today, lie in its rich Czech cultural heritage, commitment to quality education, vibrant Historic Downtown, and engaging annual festivals. These components establish a profound sense of place and belonging, resonating with both residents and visitors.
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Qualifications
My qualifications for the position of City of Ennis Mayor include my current position as City Commissioner, where I've demonstrated fiscal responsibility as a steward of taxpayer dollars. Additionally, I've served at the regional level on the North Central Texas Council of Governments Board of Executive Directors, representing member cities with populations under 50,000, elected by city and county member governments across the 16 county member region.
My decade of experience as a firefighter, including responding to large scale emergencies during incidents such as the West Fertilizer Plant Explosion and the 2013 Ennis Tornado Disaster, has equipped me with valuable skills. I've taken numerous National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses, understanding the crucial role of the Emergency Management Director, a responsibility of the Mayor.
As a Civil Engineer I manage multimillion-dollar project budgets for extensive highway projects, I prioritize accountability and uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring that every penny is judiciously allocated.
My decade of experience as a firefighter, including responding to large scale emergencies during incidents such as the West Fertilizer Plant Explosion and the 2013 Ennis Tornado Disaster, has equipped me with valuable skills. I've taken numerous National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses, understanding the crucial role of the Emergency Management Director, a responsibility of the Mayor.
As a Civil Engineer I manage multimillion-dollar project budgets for extensive highway projects, I prioritize accountability and uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring that every penny is judiciously allocated.
Accomplishments
EducationBachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (Cum Laude) University of Texas at Arlington Associate in Science (Magna Cum Laude) Navarro College Professional ExperienceTexas Licensed Professional Engineer
Community InvolvementFirst Methodist Church of Ennis
Ennis Heritage Society Member Ellis County Firefighters’ Association
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Over a Decade of Public ServiceEnnis City Commissioner - Ward 3 North Central Texas Council of Governments - Board of Executive Directors
Garrett Rural Fire Department (10yrs) - Past Member
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Kameron's Mayoral Priorities
When elected as your mayor, I will be driven by a commitment to shape a vibrant future for our city. My focus as Mayor will revolve around three key priorities: Quality Development, Improving Infrastructure, & Managing Growth.
Quality DevelopmentTogether, let's foster responsible and well-designed development that enhances our community's character, ensuring that Ennis evolves while preserving its unique charm. By fostering quality development citywide and promoting tourism in Historic Downtown Ennis and other local attractions, we anticipate a rise in sales tax revenue from visitors. Through enhanced economic development and tourism, we can leverage the additional sales tax income to alleviate the property tax burden on local property owners. This added value will contribute to funding additional parks and improving overall quality of life, all while reducing the tax burden. Quality Development will be promoted with close coordination with the City Economic Development Corporation and Planning & Zoning Commission and tourism department. I will conduct joint meetings between City Commission, EDC Board, and P&Z Commission. |
Improving InfrastructureEnnis deserves a modern and efficient infrastructure. As your Mayor, I will prioritize investments in essential upgrades to our roads, utilities, Public Works facilities, and water quality improvements, creating a foundation for a more connected and resilient city. Our city water and waste water Master Plan’s have created a framework for improving our city infrastructure. I will capitalize major investments in our public works facilities to bring them up to modern standards, with substantial investment in water quality improvements. I will invest in our streets across the city. I will continue to work to ensure the TxDOT Ennis Avenue underpass project is constructed in a manner in which downtown businesses see the least impact by maintaining their access. The underpass project is a transformative project for the city which will allow for better East/West connectivity and will decrease response times for emergency services. |
Managing Growth
Growth is inevitable, but effective management is crucial. I will implement strategic plans to manage the city's growth responsibly, balancing progress with the preservation of our community values.
Growth management is achieved by coordination, planning, and preparation. Close coordination with Ennis Independent School District and School Board will be a priority. Schools are the foundation of our community, and we must make sure the City Commission and the School Board have an open line of communication, as the decisions of the city can have direct impact on our public schools. I will put together a committee to review our future land use plan and recommend updates. I will prioritize emergency preparedness, ensuring our city’s police, fire, and ambulance emergency services are equipped to accommodate demands created by growth.
Growth management is achieved by coordination, planning, and preparation. Close coordination with Ennis Independent School District and School Board will be a priority. Schools are the foundation of our community, and we must make sure the City Commission and the School Board have an open line of communication, as the decisions of the city can have direct impact on our public schools. I will put together a committee to review our future land use plan and recommend updates. I will prioritize emergency preparedness, ensuring our city’s police, fire, and ambulance emergency services are equipped to accommodate demands created by growth.
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About Kameron Raburn
Kameron was born in Ennis, Texas and is a 6th generation Ennis resident. He attended The University of Texas at Arlington, where he graduated, Cum Laude, with a Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering.
Kameron worked his way through college at Midway Regional Airport’s Big-Q-Aviation, as a ground operations coordinator. While working there, he logged flight time in various single engine aircraft and gliders. His junior year of college, he was selected through the National Science Foundation to work at Polytechnic University in Valencia, Spain as a Geotechnical Research Assistant, researching hazard mitigation of civil infrastructure through deep dynamic compaction of unstable soils. Kameron now works as a Texas Licensed Professional Engineer in the transportation and infrastructure sector.
Kameron is a member of many organizations, including: American Society of Civil Engineers, Rotary Club of Ennis, Ennis Heritage Society, & Ennis Chamber of Commerce.
Kameron has a passion for public service with over 10 years of service as a volunteer firefighter and first responder. He has served on the Garrett Rural VFD, and the Ennis VFD. He is a past president of the Ellis County Firefighters’ Association. Kameron has also served as the Vice Chair of the Ennis Historic Landmark Commission.
Kameron is married to his high school sweetheart, Cassidy Harris. Cassidy is an elementry school teacher. They have two daughters, Presley and Charley.
In his free time, Kameron enjoys trout fishing, skiing, and camping. He also enjoys world travelling, and has traveled to 10 countries. Kameron believes the secret to success is hard work, determination, and persistence.
Kameron worked his way through college at Midway Regional Airport’s Big-Q-Aviation, as a ground operations coordinator. While working there, he logged flight time in various single engine aircraft and gliders. His junior year of college, he was selected through the National Science Foundation to work at Polytechnic University in Valencia, Spain as a Geotechnical Research Assistant, researching hazard mitigation of civil infrastructure through deep dynamic compaction of unstable soils. Kameron now works as a Texas Licensed Professional Engineer in the transportation and infrastructure sector.
Kameron is a member of many organizations, including: American Society of Civil Engineers, Rotary Club of Ennis, Ennis Heritage Society, & Ennis Chamber of Commerce.
Kameron has a passion for public service with over 10 years of service as a volunteer firefighter and first responder. He has served on the Garrett Rural VFD, and the Ennis VFD. He is a past president of the Ellis County Firefighters’ Association. Kameron has also served as the Vice Chair of the Ennis Historic Landmark Commission.
Kameron is married to his high school sweetheart, Cassidy Harris. Cassidy is an elementry school teacher. They have two daughters, Presley and Charley.
In his free time, Kameron enjoys trout fishing, skiing, and camping. He also enjoys world travelling, and has traveled to 10 countries. Kameron believes the secret to success is hard work, determination, and persistence.
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