Voters in West University Place can participate in early voting for the May 3 election starting April 22 through April 29.
On the ballot
A sample ballot can be found on the Harris County election website: sample ballot, page 5.
Voters heading to the polls will approve or reject four propositions, including changing three charter amendments related to how the city government operates and a $15 million bond for the construction of a new community center, senior center, library and green space.
The $15.07 million bond on the ballot is broken into two parts paid over 30 years, Finance Director Marie Kalka said:
- $12.07 million for construction of Phase 2
- $3 million for community open space and parking around the proposed Phase 2 construction
City officials said if the bond passes, the 2025 tax rate will not be impacted. However, next year’s tax rate will increase by an undetermined amount. Kalka also said no additional funding has been approved for the master plan.
Meet the candidates
Four open seats on City Council are also up for vote. The mayor and council members will serve for two-year terms. The names of candidates running for the four City Council positions include:
- John Barnes, former City Council member
- John Bertini, former City Council member
- Clay Brett, incumbent
- Matthew "Mateo" Fisher
- Matt Hart, incumbent
- Kalie Jackura Rainsberger
- Nicholas Thomas Stuart
Incumbent Mayor Susan Sample is running unopposed. More information on the seven candidates running for City Council can be found here: Community Impact questionnaire.
Looking ahead
Election Day will be May 3, from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Residents can vote during early voting and on Election Day at the Municipal Building located at 3800 University Blvd. or at any of the 21 polling centers in Harris County.
A list of Harris County polling centers are located on the county election website: here.
