City School Board Election, 2 May

Important elections are coming up very soon on the 2nd of May! These are non-partisan races and the MCDP supports the non-partisan status of these offices. We do not endorse candidates. That said, we do want each and every one of you to vote if an election is being held in your part of the county. It is absolutely true that local government in many cases has more effect on your day-to-day life than state or national government.

Early Voting is underway now. The word is that turnout is very slim. We need you to exercise your right to vote. The best way to keep your rights is to exercise them.

Plan Your Vote!

Here are the important dates for this Election.

• 28 April Last Day of Early Voting

• 2 May - City School Board Election Day/Last Day to Receive Mail-in Ballot at the Elections Office

You don't want to wait until the deadline to act. If you have a ballot by mail, fill it out NOW and mail it as soon as you get it. Consider voting early instead waiting for Election Day.

Here from our McLennan County Elections Office is all the information about how and where to vote. https://www.mclennan.gov/1341/May-2-2026-CitySchool-Election

When and Where to Vote

In-Person Early Voting 

Dates, Times, and Locations (.pdf)

• All registered McLennan County Voters are eligible to cast a ballot in-person at the Early Voting locations.

• China Spring ISD voters registered in Bosque County can vote early at the McLennan County Record Building.

In-Person Election Day

List of Election Day Vote Centers (.pdf)

• All registered McLennan County Voters (who reside with a district holding an election) can vote at ANY open Election Day Vote Center.

• China Spring ISD voters registered in Bosque County can vote on Election Day at the China Spring ISD Administration Building.

• Vote Centers will be open on Election Day (May 2, 2026) from 7 AM - 7 PM.

Ballot by Mail

Click here for information regarding how to vote by mail (link)

Research Your Vote

Here are links to Articles that will help you get ready to make a good choice when you vote.

• Hispanic Leaders Network Candidate Forum

• In their own words: Barefield and Pate talk gentrification and East Waco growth in council race

• In their own words: Lacy Lakeview council hopefuls on infrastructure, communication and the data center

• In their own words: Bellmead at-large candidates on their priorities

• Ten candidates vie for three open seats on China Spring ISD’s school board

• Barefield, Pate clash on budget priorities, development in Waco council race

• Retired Navy master chief faces 3 incumbents in Crawford City Council election

• Longtime Bellmead council member faces 3 challengers in at-large race

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