Travis Cox
Travis Cox
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Board Accountability
Running for the members and employees of PEC
Reduce Rates while maintaining great service and reliability
No affiliation with any special interest groups

Travis Cox resides in Driftwood, Texas, in the heart of Hays County, alongside his wife Victoria, and together they have raised three remarkable daughters. A proud fifth-generation Texan, Travis was born and raised between Austin and Dripping Springs, where his parents, Brenda and Tommy Cox, still live. He takes pride in being the son of Tommy and Brenda, both of whom are retired Texas educators and coaches, and he is also the brother of Major Garrett Cox, USMC.

Travis is a Master Plumber, licensed by the Texas Board of Plumbing Examiners, and also holds an Underground Fire Protection Sprinkler license from the Texas State Fire Marshal's office. As the owner of two thriving local businesses, he continues to maintain his licenses while working throughout the great state of Texas with his commercial plumbing company. With 24 years of experience, he is well-versed in the construction industry, particularly in large renovations and new construction projects.

Having been self-employed for 19 of those years, Travis has developed extensive experience interacting with both the private and public sectors. He recognizes the importance of budgeting and effective communication and is committed to working diligently for PEC members. Managing multiple contracts and adhering to deadlines is part of his daily routine. He has held contracts with the City of Austin, Austin Independent School District, Texas General Land Office, Texas Military Department, Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas State University, University of Texas, and many other universities, school districts, municipalities, and private projects. This experience has equipped him with the patience and organizational skills necessary to collaborate with various entities, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. He aims to utilize his broad expertise on the PEC board to support the area's accelerated growth while maintaining a steady business model that benefits all PEC members.

In his free time, Travis serves on the Hays County Livestock Show Board and has been an active buyer for the past 12 years. He also volunteers his time on the Hays County Sheriff’s Office Training Advisory Board. His favorite commitment is in his family's local Wimberley 4-H club, where his daughters have participated for 14 years, showing many animals over the years. His oldest daughter, along with her husband, both Texas Tech graduates, and their newborn, reside in Hays County as well. His middle daughter is set to graduate from Texas Tech University in Spring 2026 with a Master's degree in Ranch Management, while his youngest daughter serves as both the FFA president and the 4-H president of her local chapters currently. She plans to continue showing livestock throughout her senior year next year.

Travis Cox has contributed to various organizations, including the Gunner Thames Memorial Rodeo, Republic of Texas Tailgate, Partnership for Children, Hays County Young Life, Hays County Sheriff’s Scramble for the Kids, Wimberley Education Foundation, Dripping Springs Education Foundation, Emily Anne Theater, Knights of Columbus, Rodeo Austin’s youth livestock show, Wimberley Civic Club, Wimberley EMS, Lonestar Cattlemen’s, VFW Post #6441, Wimberley FFA, Wimberley 4-H, Buda 4-H, Dripping Springs Ag Boosters, and many other causes. His dedication to serving the community is a quality he aims to bring to the PEC board.

Travis Cox is committed to ensuring that members receive the best value in new and existing construction projects, all while prioritizing exceptional service for PEC customers. Elected to the board in 2022, he will continue working to maintain fair rates for every member. Travis will continue to represent the best interests of the members in the years to come.

Travis Cox is the ideal candidate for the PEC board for District 4, and we encourage you to not only cast your vote for him but also reach out to your family and friends to do the same.