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Jessie Clayton and Irving Davis are facing off for the Buda City Council Single-Member District B seat in November.
Incumbent Evan Ture is not running for reelection. District B covers the eastern portion of Buda, according to the city website.
What you need to know
Learn key election dates from Hays County.
Oct. 5: last day to register to vote in time for the Nov. 3 election
Oct. 19: first day of early voting in person
Oct. 23: application deadline for a ballot by mail (received by the Elections office, not postmarked)
Oct. 30: last day of early voting in person
Nov. 3: Election Day
Nov. 9: canvass and official results released
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Publisher, Buda Living; Historic Preservation Commissioner; Chamber Board Member; Community Volunteer
Why are you running for this position?
I am running because I care deeply about Buda and the direction our community is headed. I want residents to feel heard and represented as we grow. I believe we can plan responsibly for the future while protecting the character and sense of community that make Buda such a special ...
What would your top priorities be if elected?
My priorities would be responsible growth, infrastructure and supporting our local businesses of all sizes. Growth should be thoughtful and supported by the roads, water and services our residents need. I also want to strengthen communication between the city and residents so people understand what is happening and have meaningful …
What are the biggest challenges facing the city?
Growth is one of Buda’s biggest challenges. We need to balance new development with infrastructure, traffic, water and the services residents expect. The decisions we make today will shape Buda for years, so we need to manage growth responsibly without losing the character and community that make people want to …
What’s one thing you want voters to know about you?
Serving Buda is not something that started with this campaign. I have spent years involved in our community, serving on boards and commissions and working with local businesses, nonprofits and residents. I am a listener and a problem solver. I will come prepared, ask thoughtful questions and make decisions based …
Why are you running for this position?
I’m running for Buda City Council in District B to manage our growth responsibly — protecting our water, increasing our mobility, and keeping the small-town character that made us all want to call Buda home.
What would your top priorities be if elected?
1. Responsible Growth — Plan for growth that fits our community — infrastructure and services that keep pace with new rooftops, not the other way around. 2. Water & Infrastructure — Protect our water supply and invest in the roads, drainage, and utilities District B families rely on every day. 3. Traffic & Mobility — Tackle ...
What are the biggest challenges facing the city?
The biggest challenges I see are planned growth and balancing the various wants and needs of the citizens of Buda.
What’s one thing you want voters to know about you?
I look forward to representing their interests and being a responsible caretaker of the taxpayers' funds.
