Editor's note: Gerald Prater died in September 2026 according to an obituary from Beck Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, leaving the race uncontested. His name may still appear on the ballot due to Sec. 145.002 of the Texas Election Code, stating that a deceased candidate's name cannot be omitted if the ballot has already been certified by the Secretary of State without further authorization.
Two candidates will be on the ballot for the Leander ISD board of trustees Place 1 seat.
Serenity Coats and Gerald Prater are running for Place 1. Incumbent Trish Bode did not seek reelection.
What you need to know
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Voter deadline registration is Oct. 5. Early voting will be held Oct. 19-30, and election day is Nov. 3.
LISD trustees are elected at-large, meaning all registered voters living within LISD boundaries can vote for each place.
