SUBJECT
title
A Resolution canvassing the returns and declaring the election results of the General Election and Special Election of the City of Laredo held on November 3, 2026 for the purpose of electing City Officials for Mayor, City Council Districts I, II, III, VI and Municipal Court Judge Position I; and for the Non-binding Referendum.
body
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
BACKGROUND
On August 3, 2026, City Council passed Ordinance No. 2026-O-144, ordering and proclaiming a General City Election to be held on November 3, 2026; for: the election of city officials for Mayor, City Council Districts I, II, III, VI and Municipal Court Judge Position I; designating polling places, providing for publication, and authorizing the City Manager to enter into contract with Webb County Elections Office / Administrator for the purpose of conducting a joint election; and
On August 17, 2026, the City Council passed Ordinance No. 2026-R-221, for the City of Laredo, Texas, for the purpose of ordering and proclaiming a Special Election, to run concurrent with the General Election, for the submission of a Non-binding Referendum to be held within the City of Laredo on November 3, 2026; and
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Click or tap here to enter text.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
City Manager’s Office and City Secretary’s Office are recommending to approve the resolution for canvassing the returns and declaring the election results of the General Election and Special Election of the City of Laredo held on November 3, 2026 for the purpose of electing City Officials for Mayor, City Council Districts I, II, III, VI and Municipal Court Judge Position I; and for the Non-binding Referendum.end
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2025 - 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: YES
Source of Funds: Not Applicable
Account #: 101-1700-513-5596
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: Not Applicable
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None