News Summary
On May 3, San Antonio will elect a new mayor along with all ten city council seats. Early voting begins April 22 and runs until April 29 at 46 locations. Michele Carew, the new elections administrator, plans to modernize the voting process and engage younger voters, as 27 candidates vie for the mayoral position. Voters are encouraged to do their research ahead of the nonpartisan election.
San Antonio Gears Up for Exciting Mayoral Election!
Hey there, San Antonio! Mark your calendars and get ready for an exciting and pivotal day for our city! On May 3, we’ll be heading to the polls to elect a new mayor along with all ten city council seats. Yep, it’s an all-hands-on-deck situation, and there’s a lot to know to make sure your voice is heard!
Early Voting is Just Around the Corner
Are you as excited as we are? If you can’t make it on the big day, don’t worry! Early voting is set to kick off on April 22 and run through April 29. With 46 early voting locations available, there are plenty of options to make your voting experience as easy as a walk in the park.
Meet the New Elections Administrator
Let’s talk about the brain behind the operation—Michele Carew, the new elections administrator who took her post in March. She’s hit the ground running, assuring everyone that they are 100% prepared for the upcoming election. Plus, she’s been busy setting up contingency plans just in case!
Before stepping into this important role, Carew was the elections administrator in Hood County. That experience is sure to come in handy as she tackles the challenges of managing elections in a big city like San Antonio.
Modernizing the Election Process
What’s really exciting is that during her first month and a half, Carew dedicated her time to modernizing the elections office. Her team is currently fine-tuning procurement processes to streamline the elections process. This means smoother operations and hopefully a better experience for voters!
Carew is keen on fostering a fresh approach, emphasizing the importance of keeping an open mind and being receptive to new ideas. Among the changes made, there’s an increase in the social media presence to reach out to our younger voters. This is great news if you want more engagement from the younger crowd!
The office is also collaborating with trusted organizations like the League of Women Voters and Youth to Vote to ramp up efforts for getting young folks to the polls. It’s all about encouraging participation and making sure every voice counts!
Get Ready for a Digital Election Experience
In the tech-savvy world we live in, Carew is determined to upgrade the technology for a more digitized election process. Expect a new interactive results portal on the elections website that will make it easier for candidates and you, the voter, to track results in real-time.
Who’s in the Race?
Now, let’s dive into who’s running for mayor! This year’s race is heated with 27 candidates vying for the top spot, and many of them don’t have prior political experience. The lineup includes familiar faces like five current or former city council members. Some notable candidates that you should keep an eye on include:
- Rolando Pablos, former Texas secretary of state
- Sonia Traut, a retired Air Force veteran
- Robert Melvin, a real estate developer
- Christopher Reyes, a U.S. Army veteran
- Jade McCullough, a small business owner
If none of these candidates manage to grab more than 50% of the votes, a runoff will be held on June 7—so prepare for some more excitement down the line!
Do Your Homework!
As we draw closer to the big day, Carew encourages all voters to do their homework when it comes to candidates and to take a peek at their sample ballots. It’s all about being informed so that you can make a choice that you truly believe in.
Remember, this election is nonpartisan, meaning none of the candidates will be affiliated with any political parties. It’s going to be all about who they are and what they stand for!
So folks, get excited, plan your voting strategy, and make yourself heard this May. San Antonio, your voice matters!
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Additional Resources
- KENS5: New Elections Administrator
- Wikipedia: San Antonio Mayoral Election 2025
- News4SA: Early Voting in Bexar County
- Google Search: San Antonio Elections 2025
- SA Current: Voter Fatigue
- Google Scholar: San Antonio Mayoral Election 2025
- KSAT: Meet the Candidates
- Encyclopedia Britannica: San Antonio Election
- KSAT: Gina Ortiz Jones Leads
- Google News: San Antonio Mayoral Race
