James Bilberry

Executive summary

James Lynn Bilberry ran unopposed for Seat 5 on the Nolanville City Council in the general election held on November 4, 2025. A seasoned figure in local governance, Bilberry previously served for eight years on the city council and has also been a member of the City of Nolanville’s Economic Development Board and its Planning & Zoning Commission. In his 2025 campaign statement, he highlighted his past involvement in significant city projects, including the initial stages of park development, street improvements, the beginning of the current City Hall and Police Department building, Main Street upgrades, improvements to Nolan Creek, and the creation of sidewalks connecting key areas of the city. His stated priorities for his new term include continuing to provide a vision for future growth, ensuring prudent financial planning to conserve taxpayer money, and actively pursuing grants and capital improvements for the community. No major controversies were found; however, a 2022 news report noted his empathetic engagement during a council hearing regarding resident complaints about a local mobile home park, where he expressed frustration on behalf of the residents. No campaign endorsements or financial reports were identified in public databases for his 2025 race.