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Monahans council sets May 2 election for three council seats
Summary
The Monahans City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 2026-001 to hold a general election on May 2, 2026 for Council Districts 1, 4 and 5; filing for candidates opens Jan. 14 and closes Feb. 13, 2026.
The Monahans City Council voted to order a general election for May 2, 2026 to fill the seats for Council Member Districts 1, 4 and 5. City Manager Rex M. Thee briefed the council on the resolution and the filing schedule.
"The first day to file for a place on the general election ballot is January 14, 2026, and the last day to file is February 13, 2026," Thee said. Councilman Jeppie S. Wilson Jr. moved to approve Resolution No. 2026-001; Councilman Calvin Carrell seconded. The motion carried with four "Aye" votes; Councilman Richard Hawkins was recorded absent.
Why this matters: the election will determine representation for Districts 1, 4 and 5. The resolution authorizes the mayor to execute any election documents required by law, clearing administrative steps for the May ballot. The council did not discuss changes to election timing or ballot format during the meeting.
What happens next: city officials will post candidate filing information and accept applications between Jan. 14 and Feb. 13, 2026. The City Secretary's office and the mayor are authorized to complete required election paperwork under the approved resolution.
