What you need to know
City Council members serve as the city's lawmakers, with their main responsibility being policymaking. In Round Rock, council members and the mayor are elected at-large, allowing all registered voters in the city to vote for every position. The mayor and six council members are elected to serve three-year terms.
Voter deadline registration is April 3. Early voting will be held April 22-29, and election day is May 3.
Candidates were asked to answer the questions provided in 50 words or less and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity.
Hilda Montgomery
Experience:
Sitting council member, community leader, CAPCOG member, Clean Air Coalition member
Occupation:
Retired/part-time worker and project manager
Candidate Website:
https://www.hildaforroundrock.com
Contact Information:
512 341-8890
What will be your top priorities if you are elected?
My top priority will be maintaining one of the lowest tax rates in the area, while providing key service. Secondly, ensuring that Round Rock continues to be one of the safest cities in the country.
What uniquely qualifies you for this position?
I’ve been a council member for the past 7 years. I’ve seen the growth and challenges. I’ve prioritized strategic investments to keep this city moving forward. We have one of the most fiscally sound cities in the state.
What do you see as the greatest challenge for the city, and how will you improve it?
Growth, but it presents tremendous opportunities. I will focus on the core services for a our city. I will continue to push for investments in infrastructure and opportunities that will keep Round Rock as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family.
What is something you want Round Rock residents to know about you?
I’ve been honored to serve the citizens of Round Rock in this position. I would like to continue as a council member and humbly ask for your support in this election. Early voting begins April 22-29. Election day is Saturday, May 3.
Emran Rouf
Experience:
Physician with 20+ years of experience, nonprofit board member, community organizer/wellness advocate
Occupation:
Physician
Candidate Website:
https://www.vote4emran.com
Contact Information:
913-827-6339
What will be your top priorities if you are elected?
My top priorities will include the following: 1) funding of the law enforcement agencies, 2) planning for a sustainable growth of Round Rock where businesses and residential neighborhoods can thrive together, and 3) proactive engagement with the city residents to learn more about opportunities for improvement.
What uniquely qualifies you for this position?
I believe my background as a physician and community organizer has shed some important light on the overall quality of living in Round Rock. During my voluntary clinical work, some patients shared their stories about living in Round Rock. Their stories motivated me to run for the city council.
What do you see as the greatest challenge for the city, and how will you improve it?
I think the greatest challenge is to balance the rapid business growth within city limits against the quality, suburban living that we all want. The city will continue to attract more businesses; the council needs to be thoughtful about the impacts of such growth on neighborhoods, tax structures and traffic.
What is something you want Round Rock residents to know about you?
I am a soccer coach and a big fan of Austin FC. I have been attending World Cup Soccer tournaments since 2014 and can’t wait for the next World Cup here in the U.S. in 2026!
