Richmond, TX - Mayor Becky Haas ran unopposed for Mayor of Richmond in the May 2023 elections and began a second three- year term as Mayor of the City of Richmond. A Mayor Pro Tem must be appointed at the first regular commission meeting after an election according to the city charter. The Mayor Pro Tem acts as Mayor during absence or disability of the Mayor.

Mayor Becky Haas re-appointed Commissioner Alex BeMent as Mayor Pro Tem effective immediately.