Fellow neighbors and
friends of Boerne,
Boerne is a special place to live, and the numbers prove it — 80% of residents believe it is better than other cities.
I am running for Boerne City Council to preserve freedom, protect property rights, and ensure that Boerne remains a city where individuals—not government—make the key decisions about growth and development.
I believe government should serve the people, not dictate how they live.
By focusing on limited government, personal responsibility, and free market solutions, I will ensure Boerne continues to be a place where businesses succeed, families flourish, and community spirit remains strong.
Together, we can protect Boerne’s values and future by keeping government small and personal freedoms large. I ask for your vote to ensure a Boerne that puts its residents first!
Joe's Key Campaign Pillars:
Responsible and Respectful Growth
Conservative Governance and Fiscal Responsibility
Safe, Secure, and Lawful Boerne
Infrastructure Without Bureaucracy
Boerne is growing, and our roads and infrastructure should meet the needs of our residents without unnecessary regulations and wasteful spending.
- Prioritize road improvements to reduce congestion without burdening the taxpayer.
- Promote private sector solutions and public-private partnerships for infrastructure projects.
- Maintain efficient city services without increasing government size.
Property Rights & Smart Growth
Residents and land owners, not government, should decide how their land is used. Growth must be guided by market forces and individual property rights rather than top-down planning.
- Protect homeowners and businesses from burdensome regulations.
- Promote voluntary conservation efforts rather than government mandates.
- Ensure historic preservation efforts respect private ownership and do not impose excessive restrictions.
Strengthening Community Through Freedom
Boerne thrives when individuals and businesses are free to create, build, and invest without government interference.
- Reduce unnecessary regulations on small businesses to encourage entrepreneurship.
- Expand private investment in parks, recreation, and amenities rather than relying solely on taxpayer funding.
- Encourage community-led initiatives rather than government-run programs.
- Support voluntary efforts to improve Boerne City Lake and other public spaces rather than new mandates.
Public Safety Through Limited, Effective Government
Government’s role is to protect rights, not to micromanage daily life.
- Ensure law enforcement focuses on crime prevention, not excessive regulation enforcement.
- Promote neighborhood watch programs and community-led safety initiatives.
- Oppose unnecessary government overreach.
- Support school safety through community involvement rather than excessive government intervention.
Protecting Boerne’s Identity While Encouraging Free Market Growth
Boerne should remain a place where businesses and families can thrive without government roadblocks.
- Keep taxes low and government spending in check.
- Attract businesses by reducing red tape and allowing free market competition.
- Oppose government-subsidized development that interferes with market-driven growth.
- Preserve Boerne’s small-town character.
Meet Joe
Joe is a born and raised, 7th generation Texan, who is passionate about community and protecting the unique small town heritage of Boerne, Texas. Joe understands the current and future challenges facing fast growing communities like Boerne. Joe understands we must require responsible growth that protects and respects current residents and communities first. How growth happens and including all members of our community in this process matters.
Joe’s record of leadership and achievement over 23 years for a Fortune 15 Company, his experience a small business owner and franchisee, his experience as an outspoken advocate for his community, and his experience in how to have meaningful impact in local government, are reasons to have confidence that Joe Bateman is the best choice to represent YOU!
Director with a 20+ Year Career at a Fortune 10 Tech Co. with a Record of Leadership and Achievement
Entrepreneur and Small Business Owner
President’s Volunteer Service Award Recipient 2017-2021
Boerne Chamber of Commerce Boerne Leadership Class of 2024
BISD Community Leadership Class of 2025
BISD Priorities Team 88th and 89th Legislative Session 2023, 2025
Boerne Historical Landmark Commission Member
Boerne Little League Volunteer Coach
