Council

The City of Bevil Oaks Council acts as the legislative branch of our government, as well as its policy-making body. The Council looks to our community's goals, major projects and infrastructure improvements ranging from community growth to land use to finances and strategic planning. The Council's goal is to do the very best to represent their constituents after they've seen to the needs of the community as a whole.

Contact Info

Councilman Bud Merendino
Ward 1 Councilman- term Expires 11/2025
409-466-3193
[email protected]

Councilman Roger Mannette
Ward 1 Councilman- Term Expires 11/2026
832-830-2719
[email protected]

Councilman Lonnie Clayton
Ward 2 Councilman- Term Expires 11/2025
832-528-9091
lclayton@cityofbeviloakscom

Councilwoman Stephanie Cramer
Ward 2 Councilwoman- Term Expires 11/2026
409-550-0159
[email protected]

Councilman Jeff Thibodeaux
Ward 3 Councilman- Term Expires 11/2025
409-351-2682
[email protected]

Councilman Jim Wright
Ward 3 Councilman- Term Expires 11/2026
409-791-3608
[email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the qualifications to run for Council?

Residence - 1 year in state prior to filing deadline; 6 months in the City of Bevil Oaks (or ward) prior to filing deadline (Texas Elec. Code, Section 141.001(a); Brown v. Patterson, 609 SW 2nd 287
Age - 18 years old or older
Must be a registered voter at the time of the beginning date for filing for application.

Do the Mayor or City Council receive a salary

At the present time, no Mayor nor City Council Member receive any type of salary or compensation.

How do I apply for Municipal Office?

In order to have your name appear on the ballot, an individual is required to submit an Application for a Place on the Ballot. Note, that a candidate may announce his/her intention to run for Municipal Office at any time. However, he/she cannot file an Application until the designated filing period.
You can apply in person at City Hall: 7525 Sweetgum Road Beaumont, TX 77713
You can also complete the form at the bottom of this page. Please note: The application must be notarized to be valid.
Please note: You may only complete the application during the filing dates and times listed on the Notice to file for a place on the ballot on the following page: https://beviloaks.municipalimpact.com/election-notices