Abilene City Council Place 4

Practical Leadership
for Abilene

— Rich Lyles for City Council —

Rich Lyles is running to strengthen infrastructure, support locally owned small businesses, and expand opportunities for homeownership in Abilene.

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Rich Lyles candidate for Abilene City Council Place 4
About the Candidate

Meet Rich Lyles

Rich Lyles serves as Director of the APEX Accelerator Program at Texas Tech University, where he helps businesses across 130 counties in West Texas secure government contracts and strengthen regional supply chains.

After moving to Abilene in 2020, Rich developed a deep appreciation for the community and its people. He is running for City Council because he believes Abilene deserves practical leadership focused on infrastructure, small businesses, and housing stability.

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Campaign Focus

Three Priorities for Abilene

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Infrastructure

Improve Abilene's roads, drainage, and long-term infrastructure planning while aggressively pursuing available state and federal funding to reduce the burden on local taxpayers.

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Small Business

Support locally owned businesses that create jobs and keep economic opportunity rooted in the community. Abilene grows stronger when its entrepreneurs thrive.

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Housing

Promote homeownership opportunities and strengthen programs that help Abilene residents build long-term financial stability and security for their families.

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Why I'm Running

A Community Worth Fighting For

Abilene is a city built by hardworking people who care deeply about their community. Rich saw challenges that required practical solutions — and he decided to step forward.

"I saw a need — deteriorating street infrastructure — and since I have the professional skills to pursue federal funding, I saw a pathway to solve the problem. Beyond that, I want to champion homeownership and support the locally owned small businesses that are the real backbone of our economy."

— Rich Lyles
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Community & Service

Committed to West Texas

Rich regularly works with organizations across the Big Country and High Plains helping businesses grow and strengthening local economies through his work at Texas Tech University.

  • Director, APEX Accelerator Program — Texas Tech University (130 counties)
  • Chair, Partnership Committee — National Institute of Governmental Procurement
  • Past Board Member — Association of Procurement Technical Assistance Centers
  • Strategic Partnerships & Professional Review Committees — National APEX Accelerator Alliance
  • Speaker at Rotary Clubs and Lions Clubs throughout West Texas
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Abilene Infrastructure Plan

A Practical Plan for Abilene's Roads

Residents across Abilene know infrastructure needs serious attention. Rich's professional experience navigating federal funding systems gives him a unique advantage in addressing this challenge.

Long-Term Infrastructure Planning

Abilene must prioritize maintenance and long-term planning so infrastructure investments are strategic rather than reactive, protecting neighborhoods and extending the life of city assets.

Pursuing State & Federal Funding

Cities that actively pursue infrastructure grants and federal support can significantly reduce the financial burden on local taxpayers. Identifying and securing these opportunities will be a key priority.

Responsible Spending

Taxpayer dollars must be spent efficiently. Preventative maintenance saves money in the long run and ensures every investment delivers maximum value to Abilene residents.

Transparent Communication

Residents deserve to understand how infrastructure priorities are set and how projects move forward. Clear, open communication builds trust and keeps the community informed.

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Local campaigns succeed when neighbors come together to support their community. Your time and energy make a real difference in reaching voters across Abilene.

Whether you can knock on doors, host a neighborhood meet-and-greet, or simply put a yard sign in your yard — every contribution matters.

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Mailing Address

Rich Lyles 4 Abilene
PO Box 4046
Abilene, TX 79608

Email & Phone

RichLyles4Abilene@gmail.com
(325) 260-1811

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