I’m running for Lubbock City Council because local government should focus on the basics—and do them well: public safety, reliable infrastructure, sound fiscal management, and responsive city services. District 4 deserves steady, thoughtful leadership grounded in accountability and a clear understanding that city government exists to serve its residents—not itself.
Local government isn’t about ideology—it’s about doing the job well. This campaign is grounded in service, responsibility, and a clear understanding of what city government should and should not do.
I’ve spent my career and my volunteer work focused on solving problems, not creating them. The role of city government is straightforward: keep people safe, maintain infrastructure, manage resources responsibly, and deliver reliable services. When those fundamentals are handled well, everything else becomes easier.
Lubbock doesn’t need more noise or more politics—it needs steady leadership that understands how systems work and how to keep them working.
I believe strongly in personal responsibility—but I also understand that not everyone starts from the same place. Sometimes, the role of government is to provide a helping hand up, not a handout, and to work alongside the nonprofit community that is already doing that work every day.
My approach is simple: be thoughtful, be accountable, and make decisions based on what actually works—not what sounds good. That’s the mindset I’ll bring to serving District 4.
Support professional police and fire services, while ensuring strong coordination across emergency management, regional response partners, and trusted nonprofit organizations that play a critical role during disasters.
Public safety depends on preparation, clear communication, and the ability to respond effectively when it matters most—and that response often extends beyond government alone. It also depends on personal responsibility—neighbors looking out for one another, being prepared, and taking an active role in keeping their communities safe.
Reliable infrastructure starts with water. Lubbock has taken important steps to secure its long-term supply, and projects like Lake 7 will be critical to meeting future demand. We must continue investing in water infrastructure, planning responsibly, and protecting this essential resource for future generations.
At the same time, we need to maintain and improve the systems residents rely on every day—streets, drainage, and traffic flow—so that growth in District 4 is supported by infrastructure that keeps pace.
Responsible budgeting isn’t about spending less or more—it’s about spending wisely. Every dollar the City collects—whether from residents, visitors, or businesses—should be managed with discipline, transparency, and a clear focus on core services.
That means setting priorities, avoiding unnecessary complexity, and making decisions that reflect long-term value rather than short-term optics.
Fiscal responsibility also means taking care of the City’s assets—our infrastructure and facilities. In the long run, it is almost always more cost-effective to maintain what we have than to replace it after it has been allowed to deteriorate.
Residents deserve clear communication, straightforward answers, and a government that is open about how decisions are made. Transparency isn’t just about access to information—it’s about making that information understandable and meaningful to the people it affects, while recognizing that there are appropriate limits when confidentiality is necessary for legal, personnel, or security reasons.
That means communicating early, explaining decisions plainly, and ensuring that city government remains accountable to the people it serves. It also means listening—because good decisions come from understanding the real-world impact on the community, not just the theory behind them.
Bill Curnow is a cybersecurity professional based in Lubbock, Texas, where he has built a career focused on risk management, problem-solving, and protecting critical systems. Originally from Florida, he spent much of his youth in New Jersey, Japan, and Hong Kong before moving to Lubbock in 1990 to attend Texas Tech University.
He currently serves as the Information Security Manager for Plains Cotton Cooperative Association, where his work centers on cybersecurity strategy, threat detection, and practical, real-world risk management—experience that supports thoughtful, disciplined decision-making in local government.
Bill has a long history of service to the Lubbock community. He has held leadership roles with the American Red Cross, served as Chairman of the City of Lubbock’s Community Development and Services Board, and currently serves on the Citizens Traffic Commission. He is also a member of the board of the Lubbock Area United Way.
He is married to Lauren Curnow, a Lubbock native. Together, they have built their life in Lubbock and remain committed to the community they call home.
Experience matters—but only if it leads to real results. Bill’s record reflects a consistent commitment to service, leadership, and practical decision-making.
Bill has spent more than two decades at Plains Cotton Cooperative Association, with experience spanning web development, systems architecture, and infrastructure engineering before focusing on information security for more than a decade.
In his current role, he has helped build and lead cybersecurity strategy focused on reducing risk, enabling resilience, and exercising thoughtful stewardship.
His work centers on anticipating threats, implementing practical controls, and responding effectively when incidents occur. It requires balancing competing priorities, evaluating tradeoffs, and making disciplined decisions in complex environments—experience that translates directly to the responsibilities of local government.
Help build a campaign focused on practical solutions and steady leadership for District 4. Whether you can volunteer your time or make a contribution, your support makes a difference.