Mouton: Quality of life is a top priority as mayor in Deer Park. The largest contributor to Stop Houston Murders, the Judicial Fairness PAC, started in 2020 to support GOP candidates for the Texas Supreme Court. JPs have to follow the law, but they should also do as much as they possibly can to extend eviction protections for renters. No Republican Party candidates filed to run. Graduated of Texas Southern University. More than a dozen Republican candidates who lost their races for various elected offices in Harris County during the 2022 elections are disputing the legitimacy of Harris County's election results. Dont spend more money than we take in and reduce taxes.J. Follow him on Twitter @jishnews for news updates. You cannot tell me this is an efficiently operated (budget)., On HoustonChronicle.com: Harris County inches ahead on budget and tax rate after state acknowledges comptroller cannot block approval. Jason: Texans are smart and Texas doctors are great and these two should make their medical decisions not the government!J. Over the last five years, the crime rate in Deer Park decreased approximately 15%. Alexandra del Moral Mealer, the Republican nominee challenging Hidalgo, estimated the addition of 1,000 new law This court is the most likely law court to be encountered by our citizens. 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. The Stop Houston Murders PAC largely is funded by other PACs, including $750,000 from the Judicial Fairness PAC and $150,000 from the Coalition Por For Texas PAC, along with other major donations including $500,000 from Don McGill of Katy LTD, $210,000 from Richard Weekley and $250,000 each from OTA Holdings and Texas Transeastern. 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. To find out which precinct election youll be voting in, you can search your address using, 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. Monday, April 19 Saturday, April 24: 7 AM 7 PM. I am the most experienced person on the ballot. Incumbent Judge George Risner, a Democrat, isnt running for reelection. Ive lived in Harris County for close to 35 years. 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. Evictions are devastating to families and communities, so it's vital that everyone has full access to the protections of the law. "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. Would you continue to implement any of the emergency measures after the pandemic? 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. Much of Mealer's funding has come from a handful of Houston-based donors, including $400,000 each from Weekley and Alan Hassenflu, CEO of Fidelis Realty Partners and a board member of Weekleys Texans for Lawsuit Reform group. I will push for stronger enforcement and work to stop the restorative justice ideology that is currently driving the release of repeat offenders. Morman: Parks and roads must be supported. Most notably, I am running to have working class people leave my courtroom better than when they left. 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. Would you continue to implement any of the emergency measures after the pandemic? Louie Ditta, a Republican, is running for reelection. Ive worked in the legal, financial, and medical fields for the last 15 years. Biographical statement: 8; We can use zoom to help bring resources to the Justice of the Peace courts that otherwise might not be possible. Lucia Bates, a Democrat, is running for reelection. A yard sign in Houston supporting the Stop Houston Murders PAC photographed on Nov. 3, 2022. Manlove: I would begin working on prevention more than reaction. The second application must be received by the Harris County Elections Administrator within 10 days of the notice date. As for roads, we must stop litigating with state partners bringing billions to the table for local projects, like this commissioners court did with [the Texas Department of Transportation] and Interstate 45 improvements. Parks and roads must be supported. 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. No. What is the role of the JP in trying to improve the justice system? I want to set an example for my two young sons. An immediate assessment of needs must be done to see what damage the incumbent Democrat has done. How would you work to prevent future flooding in the district or minimize its effects? Among those filing challenges are Harris County Republican candidate Alex Mealer. I was inspired to run again because we again need a conservative majority on commissioners court. Incumbent Judge Angela Rodriguez, a Democrat, is running for reelection. 5; Chris Daniel, former candidate for Harris County District Clerk. Brian Staley, former candidate for Harris County Civil County Court at Law No. Having someone in this position that understands the community is key to ensuring that everyone feels comfortable participating in our legal system. Fifteen candidates are vying for the position of Harris County judge in the upcoming March primaries, including nine Republicans and six Democrats. How can JPs play a role in helping to reduce the number of nonpayment of rent evictions in their precinct? In a statement, Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee said his office will keep a close eye on Lunceford's election contest. "It's an example of how important a very small group of people are to our political process," said Rene Cross, senior director of the Hobby School of Public Affairs at the University of Houston. There needs to be massive hiring initiatives at most of our local law enforcements in Harris County Precinct 2. 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. Republican judicial candidate Erin Lunceford filed a petition Wednesday seeking a new election in Harris County's 189th judicial district court race after losing by 2,743 votes out of more than 1 million ballots cast. 8; Bruce Bain, former candidate for the 269th District Court; Michelle Fraga, former candidate for the 281st District Court; Elizabeth Buss, former candidate for the Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. Angela Rodriguez, a Democrat, is running for reelection. Siegel's counterpart, Odus Evbagharu, chair of the Harris County Democratic Party, said a large real estate developer like Weekley could have a different motivation for contributing to county races. I am married for 35 years, have 3 grown children and 2 grandchildren. I am a blind/deaf person, I love to run marathons, and coach my boys in little league baseball. [Learn more: Houston-Area Judges Are Evicting Renters Who Could Be Protected Under Federal Order.]. Mealer said she envisions the new law enforcement personnel being split between patrol, for the sheriffs office and county constables, and the overburdened county jail, which falls under Gonzalezs purview. Ditta is the only Republican Party candidate in the race. I believe JPs can encourage mediated settlements that will allow for other opportunities to come about between landlord and tenant. By Jishnu Nair "But the reality is, to campaign and to win, more and more I think both parties are having to rely upon larger donors, PACs as sources of funds to be able to help win their election.". I was born to a single Mexican-American Mom who is now a family court judge herself. 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. 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. How can JPs play a role in helping to reduce the number of nonpayment of rent evictions in their precinct? Incumbent Judge David Patronella, a Democrat, isnt running for reelection. Korduba is the only Republican Party candidate in the race. Below. I think we can have a more efficient process that will help to speed up case processing times. Harris County faces many challenges. 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. You must be at least 17 years and ten months of age on the date your application is submitted. I am an Arkansas native, military veteran, and have lived in Texas for over 30 years. There are many parks within the precinct that have been neglected for many years. No Democratic Party candidates filed to run. Houston Matters is on the air now! Public safety, good roads, quality of life enhancements like parks and programs for seniors, economic development, public health. Born and raised in Houston, Texas. not have been determined by a final judgment of a court exercising probate jurisdiction to be: partially mentally incapacitated without the right to vote. While much of their campaign funding has come from traditional sources relatively modest contributions from Houston-area business interests including engineering firms Cagle and Morman have added funding from GOP PACS since they last ran in 2018. Texas Attorney General candidates waiting on 10,000 mail-in ballots to be counted in Harris County The 6,000 Democratic and 4,000 Republican ballots are It's all about control of the county.". No Democratic Party candidates filed to run. Work to redirect truant youth in a positive direction so that hopefully they don't become a part of the overcrowded criminal justice system. Web1982 Press Photo Governor Bill Clements at GOP Convention, Harris County, Texas. Our community has felt the impact of rising eviction rates, a lack of access to social services, and a continuous struggle to close the school to prison pipeline. Also, hold public clinics and aid expos in the community. Jason: If the sheriffs office and [district attorney] dont hunt down these criminals and convict them then I will cut their budget 20%!J. I want to continue to serve this community by implementing creative ideas. Homicides in Harris County rose again last year, from 566 to 632. Biographical statement: Do you believe tenants should be evicted for nonpayment of rent during a pandemic? Previously, he worked as a digital producer for a television station in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and studied at Syracuse University's Newhouse School. Its fair and just. Mouton: The power under the Constitution will always be in the people. The Democratic Party candidates are Eman Afshar and Roderick D. Rodgers. Morman: Restore the money defunded to law enforcement agencies; fully back law enforcement; unclog the courts; and push for sensible bond practices that keep families safe.R. 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. No Republican Party candidates filed to run. Our Justice of the Peace courts can serve as a resource for community members dealing with evictions. Mealer said she wants to increase longevity pay and offer more competitive salary and benefits to encourage deputies to stick around, though she acknowledged we will not be able to hire 1,000 on Day One., In a statement Wednesday, Hidalgo noted that Harris Countys law enforcement agencies currently have more than 400 fully funded yet unfilled positions. It could galvanize their base to oppose the mobilization that we may see among the Democrats with some other high-ranking issues, such as abortion, she said. The winners Manlove: Deferred maintenance is crippling our roads and infrastructure. 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 Board on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, at the Houston Chronicle offices in Houston. More than one-third of her October fundraising total came from a $75,000 donation from Commissioner Garcia and a $100,000 loan from Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis. When I am not practicing law I am spending time with my family. To find out which precinct election youll be voting in, you can search your address using this Harris County map. 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. WebHarris County Republican Party | 8588 Katy Freeway, Suite 445 Houston, TX 77024 | (713) 838-7900 Business hours | 10 am - 4 pm Monday through Friday Not authorized by any candidate or candidates committee. The use of video conferencing is long overdue. 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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. Gundetection data raises concernsAftermath | West Texas town looks like Mars after dust stormGrind | Houston is the No. I understand the issues our community faces daily. We've had many trials and errors but wasteful spending of over $60 million on a makeshift hospital is mismanagement of taxpayers' money.D. HARRIS COUNTY, Texas The race for Texas Attorney General was already heated. Personally, as someone who has a couple of disabilities I would hope to have these normal accommodation options at all times. There are still many roads that have been left unattended and still need major work.D. People living in these situations often feel as though public servants are working against them rather than for them. As for roads, we must stop litigating with state partners bringing billions to the table for local projects, like this commissioners court did with [the Texas Department of Transportation] and Interstate 45 improvements.R. Building up coalitions and building up individuals to become more productive citizens instead of erecting barriers ensure safer and prosperous communities. In 2024, the place 1 judges will be up for election. Before coming to the Chronicle, Jen spent three years covering City Hall for Houston's NPR station. Mouton: The criminal justice system needs to be a part of deterring lawlessness by enforcing the rule of law. 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