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New Lago Vista council sworn in; mayor outlines water, emergency preparedness and innovation priorities
Summary
At a Nov. 4 special meeting, Lago Vista swore in Mayor Shane Som and three councilmembers; Som said his early priorities include funding water infrastructure, emergency preparedness and a 2026 strategic plan and announced a Texas Water Development Board visit.
Judge Eckert administered oaths of office at a special Lago Vista City Council meeting on Nov. 4, swearing in Shane Som as mayor and three incoming council members: Karen Gomez (Place 5), Amanda Chavarria (Place 3) and Jess Hall (Place 1).
Following the ceremonial swearing-in, Mayor Shane Som outlined his early policy priorities, saying he entered the office "with great optimism" and that his first focuses will be funding the city's water infrastructure and…
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