Lyle Nelson was sworn in as Mayor for the City of Bastrop at 6:00 PM, June 20th, 2023 reciting the Oath of Office administered by Judge Christopher Duggan while his daughter Hannah Robinson held their family bible and grandson Elijah Valderez lead the pledges of allegiance. The ceremony was held in the Bastrop City Council Chambers and attended by family, friends, supporters and City Council members. Mayor Nelson will work to improve the city infrastructure, roads, positive development, and managed growth among other issues.