2026 Texas General Election

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Jill's career has spanned the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. She served as a third-grade teacher with Fort Worth ISD from 2018–2021 and now works as Operations Manager for a local nonprofit in the early childhood learning space. She grew up in Abilene, Texas, and moved to Fort Worth to attend TCU, where she earned a B.A. in Religion.

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Jill's career has spanned the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. She served as a third-grade teacher with Fort Worth ISD from 2018–2021 and now works as Operations Manager for a local nonprofit in the early childhood learning space. She grew up in Abilene, Texas, and moved to Fort Worth to attend TCU, where she earned a B.A. in Religion. She went on to earn a Master of Theological Studies from Brite Divinity School and recently completed her Executive MBA from UTA in May 2026.

Jill lives in River Oaks with her husband and their two dogs. Outside of work and community service, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing golf, hosting game nights, and attending plays and musicals.

Jill Fox grew up in Abilene, Texas. She earned a bachelor's degree in religion from TCU, a master's degree in theological studies from Brite Divinity School, and an Executive MBA from UTA. She lives with her husband.

I’m running for Mayor because River Oaks deserves a leader dedicated to building on what already works while driving our city forward. Serving on the Parks Board has shown me the real power of hands-on community leadership. As Mayor, I will focus on thoughtful economic development, including revitalizing River Oaks Boulevard to attract thriving businesses, expand our tax base, and ease the financial pressure on local homeowners.

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Plans to revitalize River Oaks Boulevard to attract businesses, expand the tax base, and ease financial pressure on local homeowners.

- Plans to revitalize River Oaks Boulevard to attract businesses, expand the tax base, and ease financial pressure on local homeowners.

Our parks and public spaces are an important part of what makes River Oaks home. Through my service on the Parks Board and the Parks Foundation, I've seen firsthand the value that safe, well-maintained parks and gathering spaces bring to our community. I want to continue building on that work by listening to residents about how our parks can best serve children, families, seniors, and the entire community, while thoughtfully prioritizing improvements and looking for creative ways to fund and support them.

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Good government starts with communication and transparency. I believe residents should have easy access to information about what is happening in their city and meaningful opportunities to participate in the process. I want to explore new and more accessible ways for the city to communicate with residents, meeting people where they are whether that's through social media, email, community meetings, or other tools.

Good government starts with communication and transparency. I believe residents should have easy access to information about what is happening in their city and meaningful opportunities to participate in the process. I want to explore new and more accessible ways for the city to communicate with residents, meeting people where they are whether that's through social media, email, community meetings, or other tools. I would also like to establish a regular Mayor's Musings update to keep residents informed about what's happening in the city government, upcoming projects and decisions, and the issues facing our community.

I also want to bring more voices to the table. Younger residents and families, longtime residents, business owners, and neighbors who may not have traditionally been involved in local government all have valuable perspectives to offer. I believe our city is stronger when residents are invited to participate and have meaningful opportunities to help shape our future. As mayor, I would work to make civic engagement more accessible and welcoming to everyone.

As Mayor, I will focus on thoughtful economic development, including revitalizing River Oaks Boulevard to attract thriving businesses, expand our tax base, and ease the financial pressure on local homeowners. I will stand firmly with Castleberry ISD to support its academic excellence, keep our parks safe and vibrant for families, and build trust between our city government and residents through transparent, modern communication.

Having worked as a third-grade teacher in Fort Worth ISD and now working in early childhood education, I understand the challenges facing educators and the importance of giving students and families the support they need to succeed. While the school district has its own elected leadership, I believe the city can be a strong partner, working collaboratively on issues that affect students and families, supporting community initiatives, and helping create an environment where families want to live, work, and stay.

Plans to prioritize park improvements based on resident input and seek creative funding to support them.

Plans to expand city communications through social media, email, community meetings, and a regular mayoral update.

Plans to make civic engagement more accessible and welcoming to all River Oaks residents.

Supports city collaboration with Castleberry Independent School District on issues affecting students and families.

- Plans to prioritize park improvements based on resident input and seek creative funding to support them.
- Plans to expand city communications through social media, email, community meetings, and a regular mayoral update.
- Plans to make civic engagement more accessible and welcoming to all River Oaks residents.
- Supports city collaboration with Castleberry Independent School District on issues affecting students and families.

Finally, I believe River Oaks can pursue thoughtful economic development while preserving the unique character of our community. With a focus on revitalizing River Oaks Boulevard, we can attract new businesses, strengthen our local economy, and broaden our tax base, ultimately easing the financial burden on our citizens.

Finally, I believe River Oaks can pursue thoughtful economic development while preserving the unique character of our community. With a focus on revitalizing River Oaks Boulevard, we can attract new businesses, strengthen our local economy, and broaden our tax base, ultimately easing the financial burden on our citizens. By approaching growth intentionally, listening to residents, and strategically improving our main corridor, we can create a more vibrant town center while protecting the qualities that make River Oaks feel like home.

Advocates planned development along River Oaks Boulevard that preserves River Oaks's community character.

- Advocates planned development along River Oaks Boulevard that preserves River Oaks's community character.

As of September 29, 2026, Jill Fox’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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- Plans to expand city communications through social media, email, community meetings, and a regular mayoral update.
- Plans to make civic engagement more accessible and welcoming to all River Oaks residents.
- Supports city collaboration with Castleberry Independent School District on issues affecting students and families.

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- The role of a mayor in Texas is to preside over council meetings, represent the city, and facilitate communication between officials. 
- Cities may grant the mayor additional power or roles. 
- Mayors can also appoint members of citizen advisory boards and commissions.
- Mayors represent the city in intergovernmental relationships.
- Term limits, length of office, and salaries vary across cities or townships.

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