About April
April Ryan, a Central Texas native, is the co-owner of 2tarts Bakery in Downtown New Braunfels. She serves her community as the City Council Representative for District 6, balancing public service while being a mother of two. A New Braunfels High School graduate (Go Unicorns!) April attended college as a non-traditional student, during which she honed her culinary skills working as a chef, while raising a young family. She brought her passion for food and community back to her hometown in 2009 started her journey as an entrepreneur.
April and her sister Ashley immediately connected with local organizations and utilized the small business resources available in the community. What began as a modest booth at the inaugural Farmer's Market has since flourished into a successful enterprise, now providing employment for 30 people and contributing to the economic success of Downtown.
With a long history of civic involvement and a proven track record as a business leader, April has held numerous leadership positions, including President of the New Braunfels Downtown Association, Vice Chair of the Sparks Small Business Center, and Chair of the Chamber's Small Business Week Committee. She has consistently advocated for historic preservation and capital investments insure protection of the city's charm and natural resources. For her significant contributions to downtown development, she was honored with the Chair of the Board Award in 2018 and was named Small Business Person of the Year in 2020 by the New Braunfels Chamber. And most recently her family run business received the 2024 NB Gives Honoree award in recognition of outstanding contributions to the New Braunfels community through donations and volunteering and the Small Business Outstanding Historically Underutilized Business Champion Award from the State of Texas Governor’s Office.
Hello Friends and Neighbors!
Since 2023, it has been my distinct honor and privilege to serve as your representative for District 6 on the New Braunfels City Council. My time on the Council has been guided by a singular, unwavering commitment: ensuring the safety, security, and prosperity of every resident in our vibrant and thriving community.
New Braunfels is a special place, recognized for its natural beauty, rich history, and the incredible spirit of its people. As we continue to experience change, we face both remarkable opportunities and critical challenges. I am absolutely dedicated to proactively navigating this evolution with a focus on preserving our past while preparing for the future.
Looking ahead, my dedication remains centered on the key pillars that ensure our city's success:
Fiscally Conservative Leadership
We must maintain a sharp, disciplined focus on how tax dollars are spent. My approach is to ensure fiscal responsibility and efficiency in all city operations. This means prioritizing essential services, minimizing waste, and working to keep the tax burden low for our residents and businesses while still delivering a high level of service. In my first term the Tax rate has been reduced or remained flat and is currently 9 cents lower than the average of our surrounding benchmark cities.
Investing in Critical Infrastructure
Our rapid growth demands a constant commitment to improving and expanding our core infrastructure. This includes smart, strategic investments in roads and traffic management to address congestion and improve connectivity. I am proud of the work we have done on the Pedestrian and Bike Network Plan, intersection Improvements, timed signals and numerous road projects.
Prioritizing Public Safety
The safety of our families and neighborhoods is paramount. I am a staunch advocate for our exceptional first responders. We must ensure our Police and Fire Departments have the resources, training facilities, and the technology they need to keep our community secure. This means supporting competitive compensation and programs like the Mobile Integrated Health Unit which received the Texas Municipal League Excellence Award for Public Safety.
Improving the Quality of Life for All Residents
My time on City Council also has been focused on initiatives that enhance our quality of life, including: launching of the Ride the Rio Transit Service, adding over 130 acres in public park land, trail expansion, and dedicated funding for the establishment of Early Matters New Braunfels to aid working families with finding high quality early childhood education.
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