Election
BY ROO MOODY
The special election will be held May 2, with the winner of the race filling the vacant role on City Council until January 2028. Polling will take place at the Bellaire Civic Center, 7008 S. Rice Ave., Bellaire.
Candidates are in ballot order.
Bellaire City Council, Position 4
Gay M ayeux Occupation & experience: retired
Kevin Newman Occupation & experience: chief operating officer, Maverick Wrecker Design & Repair, COO, Bellaire Small Business
Todd Thurber Occupation & experience: civil engineer with 39 years of local government, roadway, drainage, and public
Shuba Grewal Occupation & experience: business professional, Bellaire parent
CFO / CPA, 40+ years financial executive, 7 years on City Council boards www.mayeux4bellaire.com
focused on community engagement, responsible budgeting, and practical problem- solving ShubaForBellaire@gmail.com
involvement experience www.bellairetodd.com
Association founder, longtime Bellaire resident, civic volunteer www.bkev.com
I want to help Bellaire residents continue improving our public safety, infrastructure, and quality of life. Most of my family lives, works, or grew up in the Bellaire community, so this is home. I am ready to give back to the city that has supported me throughout my life. Why are you running for City Council?
I’m running because Bellaire is a special community, and I want to help protect and strengthen it. As a resident and parent, I care deeply about our neighborhoods, infrastructure, and responsible leadership that keeps Bellaire safe, well-managed, and a great place to live.
As your Bellaire neighbor for more than 35 years, I feel a deep responsibility to give back to the community that has given so much to my family. I want to bring strong financial leadership, thoughtful planning, and responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars while preserving what makes Bellaire special.
I am running to ensure Bellaire remains the “City of Homes” by prioritizing fiscal responsibility, transparency, and responsive government. I want to protect our unique residential character and high quality of life for future generations, ensuring that city leadership remains focused on the needs and concerns of all local residents.
What professional or community experience best prepares you to serve on City Council?
As a civil engineer, I manage public infrastructure projects and have built relationships with local and state partners that Bellaire will need to deliver projects on time and within budget. I also serve on the Planning & Zoning Commission. Simply put, I can hit the ground running on City Council.
My professional background in business and recruiting requires evaluating complex situations, communicating with diverse groups, and finding practical solutions. As a Bellaire resident and parent, I’m engaged in the community and understand the issues families and homeowners care about most.
In my career as a financial executive in publicly traded companies, I developed strategic plans and managed budgets. These skills will help me drive more effective spending of your taxpayer dollars. I also serve as Chair of the Culture & Arts Board and previously served on the Parks & Recreation Board.
As a Bellaire High School graduate and resident since 1997, I have deep roots here. My experience as a local business owner and Vice Chair of the BLIFE Board, combined with professional fiscal management skills, ensures I can effectively collaborate with residents and city leadership to deliver transparent, practical results.
What is the most urgent issue you see Bellaire facing today, and how would you work to solve the issue?
Maintaining our high quality of life while responsibly managing the costs of our aging infrastructure, parks, and public facilities, all while funding exceptional public safety. My approach is to ensure new development and businesses deliver real economic value to help Bellaire offset potential revenue impacts from state property tax relief.
Flooding and aging infrastructure remain major concerns, but public safety is also critical. Recent break-ins in nearby West University highlight the need to stay vigilant. Bellaire should continue investing in drainage improvements while supporting strong policing, neighborhood awareness, and regional cooperation to keep our community safe.
Bellaire’s aging infrastructure requires ongoing attention. The city must identify infrastructure needs, prioritize them based on the strategic plan, and incorporate them into the annual budget. With disciplined planning and responsible investment, we can maintain reliable infrastructure while continuing to support the city’s broader community priorities.
Our most urgent issue is a lack of cohesive, long-term infrastructure planning. I would solve this by prioritizing a transparent, data-driven roadmap that balances immediate repairs with future needs. By engaging residents in the planning process, we ensure tax dollars are spent efficiently on projects that truly benefit our neighborhoods.
Candidates were asked to keep responses under 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity. For the full candidate Q&A, go to www.communityimpact.com
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