How can JPs play a role in helping to reduce the number of nonpayment of rent evictions in their precinct? I have an extensive legal background as an attorney and former Chief of Staff to Representative Hernandez. I am a public servant from the Eastex Jensen area who is a product of HISD schools, an honors graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and South Texas College of Law. Most notably, I am running to have working class people leave my courtroom better than when they left. **Please note** If you are already signed up for the newsletter, you do not need to sign up again. Justices of the Peace are essential because they are part of most people's introduction to our justice system. The Democratic Party candidates are Eman Afshar and Roderick D. Rodgers. MORE ON ELECTIONS: Election-denying Houston Republican Mike May takes his case to the Texas House after 6,000-vote loss. An immediate assessment of needs must be done to see what damage the incumbent Democrat has done. I have practiced in JP Courts handling small claims matters as well as landlord tenant matters. How soon before an election can I register and be able to vote? CAGLE'S RACE: Harris County's redrawn maps mean longtime incumbent Cagle will have to fight to keep Precinct 4 seat. Should they require a moratorium of evictions the courts should follow. Jason: The government is to promote small business and dont infringe on Texans' God-given rights! Jason: In March 2020 the radio told me if I went to church, I would be arrested. What is the role of the JP in trying to improve the justice system? Monday is the first day of early voting in the Texas March 1 primary election. Why or why not? Mouton: Everyone deserves a safe place to live. On the ballot this year are half of Harris Countys justice of the peace seats. I raised my family in Precinct 1, and I have lived in the precinct for more than 30 years. Morman: Public safety, good roads, quality of life enhancements like parks and programs for seniors, economic development, public healthR. The Texas Supreme Court has declined to disqualify those votes. Do you believe tenants should be evicted for nonpayment of rent during a pandemic? Democratic Party candidates are Ron Campana, Steve Duble, Victor Lombrana, Sonia Lopez, Jonathan JP Preston and Chris Watson. 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. Lucia Bates, a Democrat, is running for reelection. A Friday morning release from Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee's office named eight Harris County GOP candidates who lost their bids for office in November and filed paperwork to officially contest the outcomes of their elections. No Republican Party candidates filed to run. Burney is the only Democratic Party candidate in the race. Weekley, a Houston real estate developer and major donor to Mealer, also is behind another top contributor to the Stop Houston Murders PAC the Coalition Por For Texas PAC, which started last year with Weekley and three other contributors donating $250,000 apiece: Harlan Crow, Robert Rowling and Hilwood Development Co., all based in Dallas. I also have a clean record with the State Bar of Texas and with the Judicial Commission. Traditionally, vendors and contractors have filled the election campaign coffers for Harris County Commissioners Court members and candidates, but that story is changing with an influx of money from more politically driven contributions. It then raised $2.4 million in October, primarily from Weekley's Texans for Lawsuit Reform PAC, Chevron, ConocoPhillips Co.and Restoration PAC, an Illinois-based super PAC with ties to election denial candidates. 12; Brian Staley, former candidate for Harris County Civil County Court at Law No. Harris County Democratic officials slammed Mealer on Friday for announcing a That is about $97 million more than what those offices received in the countys most recent annual budget, though short of what Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, a Democrat, and other public safety leaders sought. Biographical statement: To answer this question would be a violation of the Judicial Canons. Putting flood mitigation plans in place will be a top priority as Precinct 2 commissioner so that we can be prepared for all outcomes.J. Vega: Working with local and state government is vital to our communities that flood. Do you believe tenants should be evicted for nonpayment of rent during a pandemic? 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. How can JPs play a role in helping to reduce the number of nonpayment of rent evictions in their precinct? There are many parks within the precinct that have been neglected for many years. I am a resilient and passionate individual who will fight for community safety but at the same time ensuring equality and fairness for all who come before my court. "For 12 years now, there's just been no real limitations on campaign donations," she said. Jen Rice is a reporter for the Houston Chronicle covering Harris County government. 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. Vega: County government or elected officials are to be servants to the county. 6; Matthew Dexter, former candidate for Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. Five Republican candidates are running for Harris County's Precinct 2 commissioner seat in the upcoming March primaries. To fund his proposal, Cagle would have slashed funding for the public defenders office by 68 percent, Community Services by 53 percent, Public Health by 47 percent, the engineering department by 28 percent and the county library system by 25 percent, among other cuts, according to an analysis by the county budget office. The Democratic Party candidates are Luis Garza and Angela D. Rodriguez. With three out of five seats on Commissioners Court in competitive races Nov. 8, the balance of the court is up for grabs. While Cagle had no in-kind political contributions on his Oct. 31 report in 2018, his 2022 report from the same period shows in-kind contributions totaling $158,000 from the Houston Region Business Coalition, the Texas Latino Conservatives PAC and the Protect and Serve Texas PAC. Would you continue to implement any of the emergency measures after the pandemic? Gundetection data raises concernsAftermath | West Texas town looks like Mars after dust stormGrind | Houston is the No. Mouton: The power under the Constitution will always be in the people. I am a small business co-founder on the East Side of Harris County and an elected School Board Trustee. Get highlights, trending news, and behind-the-scenes insights from Houston Public Media delivered to your inbox each week. Dorris: Harris County Jail needs to be more efficiently funded and staffed. New jails may need to be built. More robust program to tackle and root out human trafficking. Ensure commissioners court cannot take away money from constables. Develop an interactive map to highlight where crime has occurred to help keep our residents informed. People living in these situations often feel as though public servants are working against them rather than for them. - Houston suspends sister city ties with Russian cities on the one-year anniversary of the war in Ukraine, - Mayor Turner's office accuses Pappas of 'smear campaign' on Hobby deal, says city followed its rules, - Houston leaders divided on support for controversial affordable housing projects, - Five years after Santa Fe massacre, relatives still denied records of loved ones' last moments, - Kingwood operators released sewage in creek that feeds into Houston's drinking water, HPD alleges. The second application must be received by the Harris County Elections Administrator within 10 days of the notice date. Dolores is on the founding team of Impact Hub Houston, a locally rooted, globally connected nonprofit organization working to make Houston a role model for how the world solves its most pressing issues. Hidalgo and other Democrats, facing attacks from Republicans for months, note they have adopted budget increases for the sheriff, constables and district attorney each year since they took office. I served our country in the United States Army with experiences that would benefit our county. Morman: Making sure small businesses and members of public get accurate information and support.R. Morman's mid-October fundraising report in 2018 showed $68,260 in contributions, including $4,900 of in-kind political contributions. A native Houstonian, Jen graduated from Barnard College at Columbia University and earned a master's degree from University of Texas at Austin's LBJ School of Public Affairs. Jen Rice is a reporter for the Houston Chronicle covering Harris County government. Why or why not? 4.; Mark Goldberg, former candidate for Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. Mouton: My inspiration in running for office has been wrapped up into a simple narrative: to give back to the arena that has given me so much. Evictions are devastating to families and communities, so it's vital that everyone has full access to the protections of the law. Why are you running? I will keep measures put in place during the pandemic. 2005-2022 Community Impact Newspaper Co. All rights reserved. The Democratic Party candidates are Ron Campana, Steve Duble, Victor Lombrana, Sonia Lopez, Jonathan JP Preston and Chris Watson. 1. 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. 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. not have been determined by a final judgment of a court exercising probate jurisdiction to be: partially mentally incapacitated without the right to vote. I am the son of two hard working people who taught me the value of hard work, service, and dedication. Menu. Out of Harris County during the early voting period and on Election Day; 65 years of age or older on Election Day; or confined in jail, but eligible to vote. Incumbent Judge George Risner, a Democrat, isnt running for reelection. Harris Countys rainy day fund has been severely reduced and will be nearly depleted by the end of the year, as Precinct 2 county commissioner I will help build up the countys reserves to ensure that any rainy day funds are expanded and spent correctly.J. Why are you running? Justice Courts should be people centered and no one should feel that the legal system is working against them. Would you continue to implement any of the emergency measures after the pandemic? The county cannot afford to be wasteful with the budget and during COVID-19 response. They should be community-centered courts that are accessible and welcoming. Do you believe tenants should be evicted for nonpayment of rent during a pandemic? On HoustonChronicle.com: Harris County approves $25M plan to house jail inmates at West Texas facility, The GOP plan comes as law enforcement agencies across the country, including in Houston and Harris County, are struggling to recruit and retain officers. I am an Arkansas native, military veteran, and have lived in Texas for over 30 years. I graduated from the University of Houston with a BBA. Harris County Elections officials look over ballots in the central count area at NRG Arena on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022 in Houston. I am active in progressive politics, I've worked extensively on voter protection, and I've brought a strong social and racial justice lens to my programming work with Harris County Democratic Lawyers. Louie Ditta, a Republican, is running for reelection. It is important for us to look at other coastal regionsthey have similar landscapes as oursto see what has been successful so we can possibly implement it in our county.D. My name is Herbert Alexander Sanchez, I am 37 years old, a husband, and a father to 3 children ages 4, 16, and 19 years old. It is the countys job to make sure resources continue to flow through the proper channels to reach our community. Why are you running? These pandemic measures can continue to make our courts more accessible. 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. The day before Harris County Commissioners Court was set to certify the results of the November election, the Texas Attorney General's Office filed a last-minute petition to throw out 2,000 provisional ballots cast during an extended hour of voting on Election Day. Biographical statement: Relevant experience matters. J. Manlove: Crime is a top priority, if we no longer feel safe in our community we are losing our personal freedom inch by inch. We can use zoom to help bring resources to the Justice of the Peace courts that otherwise might not be possible. JPs have to follow the law, but they should also do as much as they possibly can to extend eviction protections for renters. The Harris County Republican Party does not endorse any candidate in contested primary elections. The Harris County Republican Party may endorse candidates in contested non-partisan elections and general elections. The LAST DAY to vote is Saturday, May 1, 2021 from 7 AM 7 PM. 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 Judge is on the ballot in the 2022 Texas Primary Election. If elected I'll be the first gay JP in Harris County. A Justice of the Peace should be fair, effective and efficient. Its objective is voting out Democratic judges, though its impact likely has extended to the county judge race, in which Republican Alexandra del Moral Mealer is challenging Democratic incumbent Lina Hidalgo. Fifteen candidates are vying for the position of Harris County judge in the upcoming March primaries, including nine Republicans and six Democrats. (Community Impact Newspaper file photo) Editor's note: This article has been updated to include responses submitted by Alexandra del Moral Mealer. The Democratic Party candidates are Lucia Bates, Ashleigh Roberson and Herbert Alexander Sanchez. The mailing address is: Isabel Longoria, Elections Administrator, P.O. What is the role of the JP in trying to improve the justice system? As a lower level court my role as a JP will be one of compassion, empathy, education, and to bring about a more in touch approach with the demographic of precinct 1. An immediate assessment of needs must be done to see what damage the incumbent Democrat has done. In 2024, the place 1 judges will be up for election. Several Democratic and Republican candidates are gunning for the top position of the May's election contest is ongoing. They have a unique opportunity to resolve conflicts before they get to county courts. I believe judges should follow the law and abide by all emergency orders issued by the Governor. I am a blind/deaf person, I love to run marathons, and coach my boys in little league baseball. I reduced crime by 27% in Pasadena by building accountability and flexibility into the system. 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. 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