DRIPPING SPRINGS — Along with Dripping Springs Mayor Bill Foulds Jr. returning to his mayoral seat for another term in an uncontested race, incumbent Wm. Travis Crow and Ana Grace Husted will sit on the Dripping Springs City Council dais after unofficial results from the Saturday, May 2, election.
Candidates were able to file for their place on the ballot from Jan. 14 to Feb. 13, with early voting occurring April 20-28.
Crow will be returning to the Place 4 seat, according to unofficial results, after receiving 183 votes, or 55.63%, while challenger Mitch Royer received 146 votes, or 44.38%.
Crow has resided in Dripping Springs for 46 years, according to his candidate application, and has served on council for eight years and the Dripping Springs Water Supply Corp. Board of Directors for nine years. His focus is on community-driven leadership and supporting local growth, as stated on his campaign website.
Husted secured the Place 2 seat, with 196 votes, or 57.65%, while incumbent Wade King garnered 144 votes, or 42.35%.
“I am incredibly honored and grateful to have earned the trust of the voters of Dripping Springs. This campaign has always been about our community, our shared values and a vision for a city that grows thoughtfully, while preserving what makes it so special,” Husted said as part of an online statement following the election.
Husted has served as senior policy advisor for city council member Geoffrey Tahuahua, according to her campaign website. She noted that this role has allowed her to work closely with city and regional leaders, tackling challenges related to infrastructure, growth and government transparency.
She has a focus on the following: making city services more efficient and transparent; managing growth with clear priorities, smart planning and fiscal responsibility; improving roads, utilities and public safety to meet the needs of a growing community; and listening to residents and leading with integrity.
“I’m ready to get to work. The opportunities ahead of us are significant and so are the challenges. I look forward to working with my fellow council members, city staff and our regional partners to ensure we are making smart, responsible decisions on growth, infrastructure and quality of life,” Husted said. “Our future depends on collaboration, transparency and a commitment to doing what’s right for the long term.”
Along with thanking the voters, Husted also shared gratitude for her family and friends who supported her along the way.
Crow could not be reached for comment prior to publication.
All results will remain unofficial until canvassed and certified. To learn more about the election, visit www.drippingspringstx.gov/2026-city-elections or www.hayscountytx.gov/departments/elections/current-elections for voting results.
