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Lori Putt

Seeking a second term, Putt has served on several city boards, volunteered with local events and organizations, and works with a nonprofit that raises funds and visibility for parks.

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Lori Putt has volunteered with local events and organizations.

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6. AWARDS/PROCLAMATION/INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS:
Mayor Williams introduced Lori Putt, President of Parks Partners, who shared that Parks Partners has donated money to the City for the last 12 years that has aided the City in capital improvement projects like the building of the dog park, shade canopies in the parks, and most recently the pickleball courts under the pavilion at Universal City Park. Additionally, Parks Partners has hosted, with the help of area non-profit organizations, the Universal City Pumpkin Patch for the last 5 years.

MINUTES (City Council of the City of Universal City, Texas) — Regular Meeting, Tuesday, November 15, 2022 (PDF)

Lori Putt is president of Parks Partners.

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What would your top priorities be if you are reelected?
Protecting quality of life, being responsible with taxpayer dollars and keeping services reliable are my top priorities. That means strong public safety, smart growth and listening to residents. The best decisions aren’t rushed—they’re informed, balanced and centered on what works for our community.

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Prioritizes responsible use of taxpayer dollars and reliable city services.

- Prioritizes responsible use of taxpayer dollars and reliable city services.

What resources do you think Universal City is lacking?
We need stronger communication. Residents deserve to be informed, heard and included. When people understand what’s happening and why, trust grows. And when trust grows, so does the strength of our community and the quality of the decisions we make.

Calls for stronger communication to keep residents informed, heard and included in city decisions.

- Calls for stronger communication to keep residents informed, heard and included in city decisions.

What do you think is the biggest challenge Universal City faces in the next five years? How do you plan to address it?
Growth is coming—the challenge is getting it right. We must balance development with infrastructure and services so we don’t lose what makes our city special. I support thoughtful planning, asking the right questions and making decisions that hold up long after the moment passes.

Supports thoughtful planning that balances development with infrastructure and city services.

- Supports thoughtful planning that balances development with infrastructure and city services.

As of September 24, 2026, Lori Putt’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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- City council members collaborate to create and enforce city policies, including legislation on essential services like police, fire, parks, libraries, and utilities.
- They work alongside the mayor to manage city departments, including transportation and parks and recreation.
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