Dallas to move city council elections to November

Early voting begins Oct. 21

Council members spent close to 40 minutes discussing the agenda item at a Nov. 12 meeting before voting unanimously to approve moving general elections to November of odd-numbered years as the city looks to boost sagging turnout. The move also affects mayoral races. Previously, City council races were decided at the ballot box in May alongside bond proposals from neighboring school districts like Richardson ISD.

District 10 Council member Kathy Stewart spoke in support of the measure at the meeting.

“Making this change shows a commitment to increase voter turnout, something that is important to the health of our city right now. Far too few of our residents weigh in on decisions that directly shape their neighborhoods, their quality of life and the future of the city,” Stewart said.




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