Tarrant County voters are headed to the polls on Nov. 3 for the midterm elections and a series of nonpartisan local contests. In addition to more than 70 partisan races for county, state and federal offices, the ballot includes school board elections, city council seats, and multiple bond and tax‑rate measures that will shape community services for years to come.
Key Dates and Registration
The deadline to register to vote is Oct. 5. Early voting runs from Oct. 19 through Oct. 30, giving residents ample time to cast their ballots before Election Day.
School Board Seats
Three of the seven seats on the local school board are up for election. These positions are nonpartisan, and candidates will be judged on their commitment to quality education, fiscal responsibility, and support for families. Voters will also consider a bond proposition that would fund improvements across the district. The district says the bond would not increase the overall tax rate.
City Council Races
Seven city council seats are on the ballot. While most council elections are held in May, a special election has been called to fill a vacancy, adding an extra seat to the usual slate. Additionally, the mayor’s seat and one of five council positions are up for election in a separate municipality, giving residents a direct voice in local leadership.
Bond Measures and Tax Proposals
Voters will decide on five bond propositions that could fund school district improvements without raising the tax rate, according to district officials. In North Richland Hills, four bond proposals would direct city infrastructure spending over a ten‑year period beginning in 2028. The city estimates the property tax rate would rise by 2.5 cents, translating to roughly $70 more per year for the average homeowner.
The Eagle Mountain‑Saginaw Independent School District is asking voters to approve a 4‑cent increase to its tax rate, projected to generate about $6 million in new annual revenue. The district also proposes moving the cost of purchasing school buses from its general maintenance fund to an interest and sinking fund, preserving roughly $3 million in the maintenance fund while adding about $3 million in future debt service.
Flower Mound residents will vote on whether to reauthorize the town’s Street Maintenance Dedicated Sales Tax, a one‑quarter‑of‑one‑percent sales tax that funds street upkeep. Officials say reauthorization would keep the current tax rate unchanged.
Uncontested Races and Cancellations
Some elections with uncontested races have been cancelled, streamlining the ballot and focusing voter attention on contested positions and measures.
Where to Find More Information
For a full list of partisan midterm races, see the Tarrant County overview provided by local media. An additional resource details the nonpartisan Tarrant Appraisal District board seats.
Citizens are encouraged to review candidate statements, bond details, and tax proposals ahead of voting. Engaged participation ensures that families, schools, and neighborhoods receive the support they need while maintaining fiscal prudence.
Original reporting: Fort Worth Report — read the source article.
