Katy-area residents will consider a variety of state and local bond packages depending on where they live in the upcoming Nov. 7 election.
Oct. 23: First day of early voting
Oct. 27: Last day to apply for ballot by mail (received, not postmarked)
Nov. 3: Last day of early voting
Nov. 7: Election Day and the last day to receive ballot by mail (or Nov. 8 if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7 p.m. at location of election)
Where to vote
Residents in Harris and Fort Bend counties can vote at any polling location during early voting or on Election Day. Visit www.harrisvotes.com or www.fortbendcountytx.gov for polling locations.
Sample ballot
Proposition A: $722.9 million to construct new schools and purchase land, renovate existing buildings and upgrade security
Proposition B: $83.6 million for technology upgrades
Proposition C: $4.2 million for competition swimming pool repairs and component replacements at natatoriums
Proposition D: $29.9 million for athletic facilities maintenance and Rhodes Stadium repairs
Fort Bend County bond
Proposition A: $712.6 million to construct and maintain county roads
Proposition B: $153 million to update parks and related facilities
Harris Health System bond
Harris Health System called a $2.5 billion bond to improve health facilities.
Lamar CISD bond
Lamar CISD called a $15 million bond for stadium improvements.
State
There are 14 statewide constitutional amendments on the ballot as well. Learn more at www.communityimpact.com/voter-guide.
Editor
Daniel started as an editor for the Katy North and South papers and the Sugar Land and Missouri City paper in spring 2023. He graduated from Texas State University with a bachelor's degree in journalism.