Celina, Texas voters — this one matters.
On this episode of the Celina Radio Podcast, Ron Lyons sits down with Celina Mayor Ryan Tubbs, who is running for reelection, for a real, unscripted conversation about the future of Celina, Texas.
This is not a staged interview and it’s not a surface-level discussion. We dive into the issues that matter most to Celina residents — growth, development, small business, taxes, infrastructure, and the long-term vision for the city.
Mayor Tubbs talks about his first term in office, what he’s accomplished, what he’s learned, and why he believes he’s the right choice to continue leading Celina forward. From managing rapid population growth to building a stronger commercial tax base and supporting local businesses, this episode covers the decisions shaping Celina right now.
We also get into:
The real story behind Celina’s growth and development strategy
Why commercial development is critical for the city’s future
How decisions at City Hall impact taxes, schools, and public safety
The balance between small-town charm and rapid expansion
What’s next for Celina along the Dallas North Tollway and Preston Road corridors
This conversation is designed to give you real information so you can make your own decision — not talking points, not spin.
If you live in Celina, Prosper, Frisco, or anywhere in North Texas and care about where this community is headed, this is a must-watch.
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00:00 Intro
00:06 Ryan Tubbs returns to the Celina Radio Podcast
01:20 Running for re-election as Celina Mayor
02:03 Why Ryan Tubbs first ran for mayor
03:41 Ron Lyons reflects on Tubbs’ performance
05:35 Tubbs’ background and path to becoming mayor
06:39 Leadership style and decision-making approach
07:40 Looking back on the first three years in office
08:32 Overview of opponents in the mayor’s race
09:27 Eric Becker’s role in the community
10:23 Thoughts on Erica Cornelius entering the race
11:32 The role of AI and modern campaigning
12:18 Expectations vs reality of being mayor
14:16 Key early decisions (development & multifamily)
15:52 Term limits and leadership turnover
16:58 Campaign finance questions and transparency
18:11 Developer relationships and accountability
19:07 Supporting small business vs big corporations
20:07 Commercial growth strategy for Celina
21:05 Building a strong commercial tax base
22:34 Campaign contributions and public perception
23:51 Are you pro-development? The real answer
24:41 Public improvement districts (PID) explained
25:31 High design standards and infrastructure demands
26:19 Why commercial development matters for taxes
27:38 Growth along Dallas North Tollway & Preston Road
28:10 Do campaign donors influence decisions?
29:06 Long-term planning vs rushing development
29:50 Comparing leadership styles in Celina
31:30 Balancing rapid growth with community values
33:00 Managing infrastructure and city services
35:00 Supporting public safety and schools
37:00 Economic development and job creation
39:00 Future vision for Celina, Texas
41:00 Maintaining quality of life as the city grows
43:00 What voters should understand before election day
45:00 Why Ryan Tubbs is running again
47:00 Differences between candidates
49:00 Final thoughts on leadership and responsibility
52:00 Closing reflections
55:00 Final message to Celina residents
58:00 Outro
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Ryan Tubbs
rtubbs@celina-tx-gov
469-835-5856
Ron Lyons
Ron@RonLyons.com
214-783-5440
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Election Day: Saturday, May 2, 2026
Last day to register to vote: Thursday, April 2, 2026
Last day to apply for Ballot by Mail: Monday, April 20, 2026
Early Voting: Monday, April 20, 2026 - Tuesday, April 28, 2026
