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Bartonville appoints new council member following resignation
Summary by Flower Mound News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Micah Pearce , Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)
· July 20, 2026
· 2 min read
A member of the Bartonville Town Council has stepped down from his seat, and the town has appointed someone to replace him. Jim Roberts resigned from his role as a member of Bartonville Town Council, the town confirmed on Tuesday. According to Town Administrator Kirk Riggs, Roberts stepped away b...
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Key takeaway “He recently accepted a leadership role with his company that includes oversight of more than 120 employees across six states and Canada,” said Riggs.
Why this matters in Flower Mound News
The appointment of Rick Lawrence to the Bartonville Town Council brings a familiar face to the role, given his experience as an alternate on the town's Planning and Zoning Commission. This background could serve him well in addressing the town's ongoing development and growth issues. As Lawrence takes over Place 1 on the board, he will be expected to hit the ground running, particularly in light of the town's recent efforts to balance residential and commercial interests. The fact that the town received only two applications for the vacant seat may also prompt some reflection on how to encourage broader civic engagement and participation in local government. With Lawrence's appointment, the council can now refocus on its priorities, including managing the town's expansion and ensuring that new projects align with the community's vision for its future.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A member of the Bartonville Town Council has stepped down from his seat, and the town has appointed someone to replace him. Jim Roberts resigned from his role as a member of Bartonville Town Council, the town confirmed on Tuesday. According to Town Administrator Kirk Riggs, Roberts stepped away b...
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