Elections
MAY 6, 2023 GENERAL ELECTION
SAMPLE BALLOT
(Position 2, Position 4, Mayor)
Position Fillings as of 02/17/2023-- 5PM Deadline ** Candidates listed in order of filing received date
Position # 2 - Reese C. Cook
Position #2 Currently Held by Bill Hayes
Position #4 - John A. Rambo (incumbent)
Kelly Fuller
Position #4 Currently Held by John A. Rambo
Mayor - Dusty Hopkins
Neal Bess Jr.
Position Currently Held by Jeff Farley
Candidates Packet
Candidacy Requirements - ELECTION CODE CHAPTER 141. CANDIDACY FOR PUBLIC OFFICE GENERALLY (texas.gov)
Applications may be submitted in person to the City Secretary at City Hall located at 102 W Ashley Wilson Road, Sweeny, Texas 77480; by mail addressed to City Hall Attn: City Secretary, PO Box 248, Sweeny, Texas 77480; by fax to (979) 548-7745; or emailed to kdsmith@sweenytx.gov
NOTICE OF DRAWING FOR PLACE ON BALLOT
Ordinance Ordering Election
Ordinance Ordering Special Election
It is the duty of the candidate to become familiar with the laws that apply to campaigns for office. The City Secretary is responsible only for accepting and filing the various applications, affidavits, and statements, and noting the date and time of filing. Any questions regarding campaign finance reporting should be directed to the Texas Ethics Commission at 512-463-5800 or 800-325-8506. The City Secretary should not be expected to judge or comment upon the timeliness or sufficiency of reports filed. Please also note that these documents are public records and are open for inspection by any person. Copies of these forms and documents are available at City Secretary’s Office, 102 W Ashley Wilson Road, during regular business hours.
ELECTION NOTICES
NOTICE OF DEADLINE TO FILE AN APPLICATION FOR PLACE ON THE BALLOT
INTERNET POSTING REQUIREMENTS FOR POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS
2023 Important General Election Dates
Sunday January 1, 2023 First day to apply for ballot by mail
Wednesday January 18, 2023 First day for candidates to file applications for place on the General Election Ballot
Friday February 17, 2023 Last day for candidates to file applications for place on the General Election Ballot by 5:00 PM
Friday February 24, 2023 Last day for a candidate to withdraw by submission of a Notarized Certificate of Withdrawal
Monday February 27, 2023 Drawing for Order of Names to appear on ballot--11 AM, Located at Sweeny City Hall
102 W Ashley Wilson Road, Sweeny, Texas 77480. All applicants are encouraged to attend.
Thursday April 6, 2023 Last day to register to vote for May 6th Election
Monday April 24, 2023 First day for early voting by personal appearance
Tuesday May 2, 2023 Last day for early voting by personal appearance
Saturday May 6, 2023 ELECTION DAY 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Filing requirements are per state statue, and available at: https://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/candidates/guide/2018/local.shtmlFor general information regarding local elections, please see our outlines for:
Candidacy for Local Political Subdivisions
Terms, Qualifications and Vacancies
VR for Candidates (HB 484) FAQ
SALES TAX RE-ALLOCATION ELECTION
A Special Election to submit to the qualified voters of the City of Sweeny on May 6th, 2023, the first Saturday in May.
A proposition for a reduction of the local sales and use tax currently received by the Sweeny Economic Development Corporation, a Type B economic development corporation, from one half of one percent to three eighths of one percent, contingent upon the eligible voters of the proposed City of Sweeny Crime Control and Prevention District, which comprises the City of Sweeny, approving the ballot proposition authorizing the creation of the City of Sweeny, Crime Control and Prevention District dedicated to crime reduction purposes and the adoption of a sales and use tax for said district at a rate of one-eighth of one percent.
Early Voting Locations & Hours
Voting Locations & Hours for May 6, 2023
Am I Registered to Vote?
Who Represents Me?
Learn About Photo ID
VoteTexas.gov
VoteTexas.gov provides information about whether you are registered to vote in Texas, information pertaining to voting Polling Place locations for primary and November elections, and helpful links to the Secretary of State’s website for additional information regarding voting and voter registration rules/law in the state of Texas.Please contact us if you have any questions or comments about voting in local elections.
LOCAL COUNTY
Phone: (979) 548-3321 Phone: (979) 864-1662
E-Mail: info@sweenytx.gov E-Mail: cclerkelections@brazoriacountytx.gov
2018
- Notice of Deadline to File for Applications for Place on the Ballot
- Candidates Election Calendar, 2018
- Sample Ballot — CLICK HERE
- Results
- Where to Vote — Sweeny Community Center (205 W. Ashley Wilson Road, Sweeny)
2019
- Notice of Deadline to File for Applications for Place on the Ballot
- Candidates Election Calendar, 2019
- Notice of Early Voting
- Notice of General Election
- Sample Ballot — CLICK HERE
- Results
2020
Helpful Links:
- Notice of Deadline to File for Applications for Place on the Ballot
- Candidates Election Calendar, 2020
- Notice of Early Voting
- Notice of General Election
- Sample Ballot — CLICK HERE
- Results
Please contact us with questions/comments at (979) 548-3321 or info@sweenytx.gov.