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City announces election filing window and summer 'Park After Dark' series

Houston City Council · June 8, 2026
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Summary

City manager announced three full-term seats open in November and posted the nomination window (July 13–Aug. 7); the Community Development director also announced the 'Park After Dark' summer events starting the second Friday of July.

City manager reported to the council that three full-term seats will be on the November ballot: the mayor’s seat and two council offices currently held by Mayor Pro Tem Tim Kroker and Council member Strain. The nomination period opens July 13 and closes Aug. 7; a city election page will be published and updated as filings arrive.

Community Development staff announced the Park After Dark summer series will begin the second Friday in July and include a movie night, a color run, water play and a final event (described in the department's newsletter). Staff invited residents to attend and said details will be posted in the city newsletter and website.

No formal actions or votes were taken on these announcements; they were delivered under staff reports and council comments.

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