Over 2K votes cast in West University Place during 1st week of early voting

2,148 votes were cast at West University Place Municipal building during the first week of early voting, April 22-29. A total of 25,019 early voters cast their ballots in Harris County for the same time period, according to figures from the Harris County Clerk’s Election Department.

Election Day is May 3, from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. A list of Harris County polling centers are located on the county election website: here.

Voters heading to the polls on May 3 will approve or reject four propositions, including changing three charter amendments related to how the city government operates and Phase 2 of the city’s master plan, which is now Proposition D. The $15 million bond would fund 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.

Proposition D would also add green space and parking. Should the bond pass or not, city officials said no further action has been taken for Phases 3 and 4, which include City Hall and public safety building renovations, respectively.

On the ballot

Four open seats on City Council are also up for vote. The mayor and council members will serve for two-year terms. More information on the seven candidates running for City Council can be found here: Community Impact questionnaire.