and had minimal interest from the over 16,000 registered voters that reside within city limits.
During the first day of early voting, there were only 138 votes cast throughout the day.
The early voting period is scheduled to continue through April 30 with election day taking place on Saturday, May 4, 2019. If you’re a resident and eligible to vote in city elections you’re urged to come out and exercise your right and cast a ballot. There are two important City Council member positions up for election. Incumbent City Council member William “Billy” Davis is running unopposed and will be elected to a fouryear term at the end of the electoral process. In the other race, incumbent City Councilwoman Yolanda Ramon is seeking re-election but has drawn two candidates against her who are looking to get elected as well.
The two candidates running against Ramon include young resident and Republican Party Chairperson, 18-year-old Alfredo Arellano, and longtime media personality 94- year-old Hector MuЦoz Mijares.
Early voting hours will be from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, except on April 29 which will have extended hours from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. Election day hours will be from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.
The entire election process will be held at the Eagle Pass Multi-Purpose Center.