As the deadline for election filing for the November 2017 election draws near, current Buda Mayor Todd Ruge sends a heartfelt farewell letter to Buda residents as he bows out of the spotlight after deciding not to seek re-election.

Ruge gave an exclusive press release to the Hays Free Press on Friday, July 21, stating that he believes “it’s time to pursue different opportunities and new adventures.”

Ruge also stated in the letter that he believes in term limits for elected offic...