Councilmember Chapman was born in Newport Beach, California. Growing up, he lived in 11 different states in the United States, and several Marine Corp bases due to his family's Military background. After graduating from East High School in Denver, Colorado, Councilmember Chapman attended The University of Texas at Austin, where he earned a degree in Petroleum Land Management with a minor in Political Science.

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Bob Chapman earned a degree in petroleum land management, with a minor in political science, from the University of Texas at Austin.

Bob Chapman, Place III | Keene, TX

He started working in the oil and gas business after graduating and later transitioned to finance where he remained for the rest of his career.

Outside of his service on the City Council, Councilmember Chapman has an enduring passion for motocross and enduro riding. After a successful career in finance that included opportunities to travel the world and experience different cultures, he is proud to call Keene home and serve the community he has come to appreciate.

Bob Chapman previously worked in the oil and gas business and later in finance.

Bob previously worked in the oil and gas business and later in finance.

Councilmember, Place III

Bob Chapman

Bob Chapman was elected to the Keene City Council in 2024 as the Place III representative. He moved to Keene in 2022 and quickly grew to love the community. He enjoys the small-town country atmosphere that the city offers its residents and visitors.

Bob was elected to the Keene City Council as the Place III representative in 2024.

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As of October 8, 2026, Bob Chapman did not have a website or any information online.

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