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Learn more about the candidates running to be the city of Keller’s next mayor.
What you need to know
Residents can vote for Keller’s next mayor in the upcoming May 2 election. There are three candidates in the running after Mayor Armin Mizani decided not to run for reelection, instead running for the Texas House District 98 seat in the upcoming November election.
The mayoral election is one of four Keller City Council positions up for election this year.
Candidates were asked to keep responses within 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity.
Candidates are listed in alphabetical order.
Looking ahead
Early voting for the May 2 election will start April 20 and run through April 28. The last day to register to vote is April 2.
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Why are you running for office?
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What are the biggest challenges facing the city?
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How do you plan to address these issues?
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What would your top priorities be if you are elected?
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Why are you running for office?
Keller deserves a mayor with a proven track record. During my first two terms, we saw unprecedented levels of success. Keller was recognized as Texas's most family-friendly city, and it didn't happen by chance. We passed historic tax relief and lowered city taxes. We support our first responders.
What are the biggest challenges facing the city?
Taxes and the economy will continue to be our biggest challenges in the years ahead. We must continue to spend tax dollars wisely. In my first term, we eliminated a six-year backlog of known sidewalk repairs, for example. We cannot allow Keller's core infrastructure to fall behind again.
How do you plan to address these issues?
We are running a "promises made, promises kept" campaign. We do our best work at town halls when we listen to our residents and follow through on the promises we make to the community. We are promising to do more for our first responders, and we will.
What would your top priorities be if you are elected?
I will continue to be a champion for taxpayers and listen to our residents. As shown by our actions to hold the Tarrant Appraisal District accountable for its failures to serve residents, we will not hesitate to put Keller first in our words and in our actions.
Why are you running for office?
I am running to keep Keller focused on Keller. City leadership should not be a stepping stone to a higher office. It should be about selfless service, fiscal discipline, protecting neighborhood integrity and preserving responsible zoning while planning smart growth that strengthens our tax base without compromising community character.
What are the biggest challenges facing the city?
Keller faces infrastructure demands, first responder retention, fiscal discipline and pressure for higher-density development that may not align with our community vision. As growth continues, we must protect neighborhood character, maintain public safety standards and ensure long-term financial sustainability without overburdening residents.
How do you plan to address these issues?
Through long-range strategic planning, transparent budgeting and disciplined oversight. We must modernize infrastructure proactively, support competitive compensation for first responders, uphold current zoning standards and explore innovative revenue strategies that strengthen our financial position without relying on inappropriate high-density expansion.
What would your top priorities be if elected?
My top priorities are infrastructure modernization, first responder retention, fiscal responsibility and protecting Keller’s established zoning. We will prioritize core services, safeguard neighborhood character and pursue smart, diversified revenue opportunities that support growth while preserving the quality of life residents expect.
