Biographical statement: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, left, and Alexandra del Moral Mealer, a candidate for Harris County Judge, talk to members of the Houston Chronicle Editorial Five Republican candidates are running for Harris County's Precinct 2 commissioner seat in the upcoming March primaries. "The county will now have to spend substantial resources handling these contests, time that could instead be spent serving the people of Harris County, he added. Cagle won re-election that year, while Morman lost to Democrat Garcia, whom he is running against to reclaim his seat. 8; Houston Public Media is supported with your gifts to the Houston Public Media Foundation and is licensed to the University of Houston. Jason: The flooding issue, I will study after being elected and implement my decisions.J. Jasper Scherer covers Texas politics and government for the Houston Chronicle and San Antonio Express-News. I will push for stronger enforcement and work to stop the restorative justice ideology that is currently driving the release of repeat offenders. Why or why not? It is important for the county government reassures its community that their streets are safe whether you're driving on them or walking on them, to increase law enforcement because we care.D. "Several of them are considering election contests.". Resources like these are made possible by the generosity of our community of donors, foundations, and corporate partners. The landscape of Harris County races is changing as GOP PACs throw more cash toward ads, candidates, Black trail riders head to Houston rodeo parade after grueling, joyful 6-day journey. At least half of Morman's nearly tenfold increase in cash contributions during that period came from three donors who contributed $100,000 apiece: Richard Weekley, Alan Hassenflu and David Modesett. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. I am trying to team up with rental assistance programs to assist people with sources to help pay their rent so that they can remain in the homes/apartments. Sharon Burney, a Democrat, is running for reelection. Mouton: The criminal justice system needs to be a part of deterring lawlessness by enforcing the rule of law. The Justice of the Peace Court can be the first and serve as the final experience for citizens within the justice system. I want to have free computers and WiFi available, and offer alternative hours such as Saturday and evening court. News of the challenges came hours after Alexandra del Moral Mealer, Lina Hidalgo's Republican opponent for Harris County Judge, announced she plans to contest the outcome of the judge's race. Manlove: Deferred maintenance is crippling our roads and infrastructure. I am a resilient and passionate individual who will fight for community safety but at the same time ensuring equality and fairness for all who come before my court. Why or why not? I am the son of two hard working people who taught me the value of hard work, service, and dedication. I believe it is the fair and compassionate thing to do. As a municipal court judge for over 22 years I have proven methods to expedite dockets. No. My office will be involved in the case every step of the way to ensure peoples votes are protected.". The Justice of the Peace has the authority to determine if the claimed violation is material and if the violation should be denied. During the pandemic, JPs have been in the spotlight as more than 63,000 eviction cases have been filed in Harris County over the past two years. Below are the responses we received from candidates who chose to participate in the survey. Before coming to the Chronicle, Jen spent three years covering City Hall for Houston's NPR station. 3:59 PM Feb 14, 2022 CST Five Republican candidates are running for Harris County's Precinct 2 commissioner seat in the upcoming March primaries. Michael Murney is a reporter at Chron and a reporting fellow with the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting. "During the last month, we've had a lot of our candidates that were in very close races that have been talking to us wanting to know the information that we've accumulated and have reported," Siegel said. I believe that JP Judges should ensure that tenants have all available resources at their disposal that can aid in paying their rent during a pandemic. No Democratic Party candidates filed to run. Alexandra del Moral Mealer, the Republican nominee challenging Hidalgo, estimated the addition of 1,000 new law I am running for Harris County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1, Place 2, because I want to usher in the new era into this JP court. A Friday morning release from Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee's office named eight Harris County GOP candidates who lost their bids for office in November and filed paperwork to officially contest the outcomes of their elections. What is the role of the JP in trying to improve the justice system? It is important for us to fix our parks so they can be more desirable for families. Harris County Republican Party chair Cindy Siegel said the shift in funding for county races indicates that running campaigns has gotten more expensive and donors are stepping up. Would you continue to implement any of the emergency measures after the pandemic? Born and raised in Houston, Texas. That is about $97 million more than what those offices received in the countys most recent annual budget, though short of what Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, a Democrat, and other public safety leaders sought. Justice courts played a leading role in dealing with evictions during the pandemic and will continue to do so long after COVID. 3:59 PM Feb 14, 2022 CST, Five candidates are competing in the Republican primary election for Harris County commissioner Precinct 2. Fifteen candidates are vying for the position of Harris County judge in the upcoming March primaries, including nine Republicans and six Democrats. (Community Impact Newspaper file photo) Editor's note: This article has been updated to include responses submitted by Alexandra del Moral Mealer. I will follow all guidelines and mandates concerning health and safety in public buildings. Harris County Elections officials look over ballots in the central count area at NRG Arena on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022 in Houston. Jishnu joined Community Impact Newspaper as a metro reporter in July 2021. I want to continue to serve this community by implementing creative ideas. The Texas Supreme Court has declined to disqualify those votes. Vega: Working with local and state government is vital to our communities that flood. Among those filing challenges are Harris County Republican candidate Alex Mealer. Cagles proposal also would have eliminated funds for several departments created since Democrats took control in 2019, including the county administrator, elections administrator, Commissioners Court analysts office and Justice Administration Department. What needs do you see for parks and roads in Precinct 2 and what can be done to improve them?J. The largest contributor to Stop Houston Murders, the Judicial Fairness PAC, started in 2020 to support GOP candidates for the Texas Supreme Court. CAGLE'S RACE: Harris County's redrawn maps mean longtime incumbent Cagle will have to fight to keep Precinct 4 seat. Do you believe tenants should be evicted for nonpayment of rent during a pandemic? State and county Republican officials have made several attempts to cast doubt on the results of the November elections in Harris County. Meeting with the community landlords and ensuring theyre properly informing their tenants before they arrive at eviction processes. Here's what's in it, After negotiations away from the public eye, Houston has a new contract with the police union, Houston snubbed in Houston-Galveston Area Council's flood mitigation funding plan, Meet the primary candidates running for Harris County's justice of the peace seats. Hoping to unseat County Judge Lina Hidalgo and retake political control of the county, Republicans have centered their campaigns this year around crime and public safety, arguing Democrats have failed to devote enough funding to county law enforcement since gaining a majority on Commissioners Court in 2018. Ditta is the only Republican Party candidate in the race. Lucia Bates, a Democrat, is running for reelection. Where can I get a voter registration application? 4.; Mark Goldberg, former candidate for Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. I am a blind/deaf person, I love to run marathons, and coach my boys in little league baseball. Why are you running? I have practiced law in Houston for more than 37 years, serving Texans in the areas of real estate law, business law, construction law, and government law. Its not a real attempt at governing a community through the challenges that were currently facing., Cagle contended during the press conference that eliminating all of the new bureaucracy added since Republicans lost their court majority would produce enough savings to fund the new proposed law enforcement officers without having to raise taxes on the public.. Its objective is voting out Democratic judges, though its impact likely has extended to the county judge race, in which Republican Alexandra del Moral Mealer is challenging Democratic incumbent Lina Hidalgo. Currently Im employed with Fort Bend County District Attorneys Office. Taylor accused Harris County Elections Administrator Cliff Tatum, who took over the office starting in August, of intentionally causing ballot paper shortages in Republican-leaning neighborhoods. Harris Countys rainy day fund has been severely reduced and will be nearly depleted by the end of the year, as Precinct 2 county commissioner I will help build up the countys reserves to ensure that any rainy day funds are expanded and spent correctly.J. I am a public servant from the Eastex Jensen area who is a product of HISD schools, an honors graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and South Texas College of Law. Vega: County government or elected officials are to be servants to the county. A dozen losing Republican candidates in Harris County have filed election contests to void the results of their races in the November 2022 election, according to the Harris County attorneys office. Each of them should be deeply embarrassed and these claims should not be taken seriously by the public.. Mouton: My inspiration in running for office has been wrapped up into a simple narrative: to give back to the arena that has given me so much. The Democratic Party candidates are Luis Garza and Angela D. Rodriguez. Unlike a regular contract violation an eviction could potentially put people on the street and have future impacts on ability to rent and as a result the JP should attempt to get parties to resolve their issues before even having to get to the eviction stage. The petition, which names Lunceford as the contestant and Craft as contestee, claims numerous violations of the Texas Election Code, including a failure to provide a sufficient amount of ballot paper to 25 polling locations. Updated 1978 Press Photo James L. Muldrow, Judge for Harris County - hpa73820 1978 Press Photo Freddie Harris, candidate for county commissioner, Texas. Your spouse, parent or child (acting as an agent) may complete and sign a voter registration application for you, provided that this person is a registered voter, or has applied for voter registration. Why or why not? Why or why not? Jen Rice is a reporter for the Houston Chronicle covering Harris County government. Why are you running? The LAST DAY to vote is Saturday, May 1, 2021 from 7 AM 7 PM. This year during the same period, those numbers increased dramatically: Morman reported raising $621,422, including in-kind contributions totaling $82,000 from the Texas Latino Conservatives PAC, the Houston Region Business Coalition and former Commissioner Steve Radack. I am married for 35 years, have 3 grown children and 2 grandchildren. Harris County votes still being counted 9 days after Election Day Election 2022: Full results from Texas primary runoff elections Primary runoff sets up mid-term contests for AG and Lt. Gov. Below the Waterlines: Houston After Hurricane Harvey, Houston-Area Judges Are Evicting Renters Who Could Be Protected Under Federal Order, After secret negotiations, Houston City Council will vote on a new contract with the police union. Judge Lunceford previously served on the bench, so I trust she understands the seriousness of asking a court to disregard the votes of over a million residents across Harris County," Menefee said. How can JPs play a role in helping to reduce the number of nonpayment of rent evictions in their precinct? The Democratic Party candidates are Lucia Bates, Ashleigh Roberson and Herbert Alexander Sanchez. We asked residents what questions they have for people running for justice of the peace and included some of those questions in a survey we sent to the candidates to learn more about their platforms. Abbott's school voucher pitch. I am the only candidate with judicial experience. 1. be 18 years old (you may register at 17 years and 10 months of age); not be a convicted felon (unless your sentence is completed, including any probation or parole); and. Who won and who lost in the 2022 midterm elections across Houston and rest of Texas? It is entrusted for a certain defined purpose and for a certain limited period in order to form a perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote welfare, and ensure the blessings of liberty to ourselves. Burney is the only Democratic Party candidate in the race. The Harris County Republican Party does not endorse any candidate in contested primary elections. The Harris County Republican Party may endorse candidates in contested non-partisan elections and general elections. I would give law enforcement the tools and the budget in which they need to be able to do their job properly, while making sure the judges of Harris County perform their jobs to keep our streets and communities safe.D. Your application must be submitted 30 days before the election date for you to be eligible to vote in that election. Taylor alleged 80 percent of polling places with paper shortages on Nov. 8 were in areas considered Republican strongholds. Do you believe tenants should be evicted for nonpayment of rent during a pandemic? Would you continue to implement any of the emergency measures after the pandemic? Incumbent Judge Angela Rodriguez, a Democrat, is running for reelection. Biographical statement: Would you continue to implement any of the emergency measures after the pandemic? Harris County Judge is on the ballot in the 2022 Texas Primary Election. In-kind contributions are donations of services such as media advertising or mail materials rather than monetary donations. ", TEXAS VOTER GUIDE: Get info on the races, candidates and more in the 2022 midterms. Final decisions should be made once all other resources have been exhausted. May's election contest is ongoing. Angela Rodriguez, a Democrat, is running for reelection. Harris County Republican Party Chair Cindy Siegel indicated there could be more election contests to come. We were able to make this happen despite the criminal justice system failing our community by allowing criminals to be released. Known as JPs, these are the judges who decide matters like misdemeanors, small civil disputes and truancy cases. These procedures should have been implemented long before the pandemic because everyone deserves a more convenient courtroom experience and access to equitable legal representation. Menefee blasted the candidates in the Friday release, stating that, this is a shameful attempt by a group of losing candidates who couldnt win the hearts and minds of Harris County voters and are now throwing nonsensical legal theories at the wall to see what sticks. The last few years have been difficult and stressful for all members of our community. Weekley, a Houston real estate developer and major donor to Mealer, also is behind another top contributor to the Stop Houston Murders PAC the Coalition Por For Texas PAC, which started last year with Weekley and three other contributors donating $250,000 apiece: Harlan Crow, Robert Rowling and Hilwood Development Co., all based in Dallas. The GOP plan in some ways resembles Gonzalezs request earlier this year for 1,019 new employees including 645 patrol deputies, 150 investigators and 118 jail staff that would have grown his staff by some 20 percent. Why or why not? Morman: Making sure small businesses and members of public get accurate information and support.R. During the pandemic, JP courts have implemented a number of emergency procedures that changed the eviction process, like access to virtual hearings via Zoom/phone, allowing legal aid attorneys to provide assistance to tenants during court proceedings, and limiting the size of eviction dockets. Do you believe tenants should be evicted for nonpayment of rent during a pandemic? Ive lived in Harris County for close to 35 years. are the responses we received from candidates who chose to participate in the survey. We must keep all the promises made to residents during the historic flood control bond issue. Doug Griffith, president of the Houston Police Officers union, speaking at the press conference at the Harris County Deputies Organization in Houston. Elections 2022 Judicial Local News Democrat Judge Disqualifies Harris County GOP Judicial Candidate, Texas Supreme Court Intervenes After an unusually speedy trial, a jury decided that because a candidates spouse had witnessed signatures while the candidate signed a related affidavit, some signatures were fraud. Holly Dolores Lozano is a community organizer and advocate. Do you believe tenants should be evicted for nonpayment of rent during a pandemic? I reduced crime by 27% in Pasadena by building accountability and flexibility into the system. Yes, I will continue to abide by all orders of the Texas Supreme Court and the CCA. Ditta is the only Republican Party candidate in the race. Would you continue to implement any of the emergency measures after the pandemic? Nine-term incumbent U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Laredo, will compete in a runoff against progressive attorney Jessica Cisneros. I am an Arkansas native, military veteran, and have lived in Texas for over 30 years. I'll create a model court that leads with innovative solutions to the eviction crisis. Incumbent Judge Sharon Burney, a Democrat, is running for reelection. The use of video conferencing is long overdue. HARRIS COUNTY, Texas The race for Texas Attorney General was already heated. I believe the pandemic created a situation that no one was expecting and as a result extenuating circumstances existed that should be taken into consideration before allowing an eviction. Vega: I am inspired to run for this office because I see the need for changes that need to happen. As a successful mayor of the city of Pasadena along with my hispanic heritage and business experience I believe Im the most qualified candidate.What would your top priorities be if elected?J. This is a carousel. Ive worked in the legal, financial, and medical fields for the last 15 years. Brian Staley, former candidate for Harris County Civil County Court at Law No. I graduated with my JD from South Texas College of Law and received my LLM in International Law from University of Houston. To answer this question would be a violation of the Judicial Canons. Npr station, small civil disputes and truancy cases push for stronger enforcement and work to the. 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