Only one candidate has filed to run for one of the three available city council member positions in Bellaire, while two other city council positions and the mayor’s seat are left unchallenged, City Clerk Tracy Dutton confirmed with Community Impact.
Dutton said that in her 29 years working as the city clerk, this is the most seats unopposed she has seen, and the first time the mayor’s seat is uncontested.
About the candidates
The following candidates are listed as having filed applications by the filing deadline of 5 p.m. Aug. 18.
- Brian Witt (incumbent): Brian Witt is the incumbent Position 5 council member, first elected in November 2021. Witt has previously served on Bellaire’s Environmental Sustainability Board and is a financial advisor with 20 years of experience.
What you need to know
The mayor position serves a two-year term from Jan. 5, 2026, to Jan. 3, 2028, while council members serve a four-year term from Jan. 5, 2026, to Jan. 7, 2030, according to the city’s website.
Dutton said the unopposed seats are assumed to be elected and remain in their positions once the new term begins.
The last day to register to vote is Oct. 6. Early voting begins Oct. 20, and Election Day is Nov. 4.
