I will follow all guidelines and mandates concerning health and safety in public buildings. Filings have now returned to pre-pandemic levels, causing some crowded courtrooms despite continued concerns about COVID-19 spreading. Jasper Scherer covers Texas politics and government for the Houston Chronicle and San Antonio Express-News. WebWelcome to the Website of the Conservative Coalition of Harris County CCHC PAC encourages the public to vote for conservative candidates in the general election and The lawsuits contesting the 2022 election results in Harris County are: Alexandra del Moral Mealer (R) v. Lina Hidalgo* (D) for Harris County Judge Nile not have been determined by a final judgment of a court exercising probate jurisdiction to be: partially mentally incapacitated without the right to vote. Burney is the only Democratic Party candidate in the race. The campaign then raised an eye-popping $811,000 in October, according to Morman's latest report. Each of them should be deeply embarrassed and these claims should not be taken seriously by the public.. 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. Born and raised in Houston, Texas. ELECTION ROUNDUP: Who won and who lost in the 2022 midterm elections across Houston and rest of Texas? Public safety, good roads, quality of life enhancements like parks and programs for seniors, economic development, public health. In a closely watched election between Democrat DaSean Jones and Republican Tami Pierce for the 180th state district court, Pierce led Jones by more than 1,200 votes the morning after the election, but the final count including absentee and provisional ballots flipped the race in Jones' favor. Vega: County government or elected officials are to be servants to the county. 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. 1978 Press Photo Anne Greene, Harris County, Texas A yard sign in Houston supporting the Stop Houston Murders PAC photographed on Nov. 3, 2022. MORE ON ELECTIONS: Election-denying Houston Republican Mike May takes his case to the Texas House after 6,000-vote loss. Would you continue to implement any of the emergency measures after the pandemic? 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Joaquin Castro diagnosed with cancer, undergoes surgery, Texas House Speaker appoints committee for gun legislation, Santa Fe families still denied video, records from 2018 shooting, Hill Country Republican seeks to ban voting on college campuses, Three misleading statements in Gov. Denise F. Graves is the only Republican Party candidate in the race. WebNikita Harmon Ryan Patrick David Mendoza Texas judicial district 230 Chris Morton Texas judicial district 232 Josh Hill (Texas) Texas judicial district 234 Lauren Reeder Texas judicial district 245 Angela Lancelin Texas judicial district 246 Angela Graves-Harrington Texas judicial district 247 Janice Berg Texas judicial district 248 Hilary Unger Expose aid and resources to renters through churches and community organizations. This will allow more dockets for evictions and small claims. No Republican Party candidates filed to run. I would still leave in place all of the accommodating options. Yes. As a municipal court judge for over 22 years I have proven methods to expedite dockets. Jishnu joined Community Impact Newspaper as a metro reporter in July 2021. How can JPs play a role in helping to reduce the number of nonpayment of rent evictions in their precinct? I understand how the court works and how we can make it better. We must also secure state and federal funding where available, partner with other governments and the private sector and schedule projects based on real need and not politics.R. Gundetection data raises concernsAftermath | West Texas town looks like Mars after dust stormGrind | Houston is the No. At least half of Morman's nearly tenfold increase in cash contributions during that period came from three donors who contributed $100,000 apiece: Richard Weekley, Alan Hassenflu and David Modesett. However, most of the resources are being used to underwrite Houston and its social programs. How can JPs play a role in helping to reduce the number of nonpayment of rent evictions in their precinct? It is entrusted for a certain defined purpose and for a certain limited period in order to form a perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote welfare, and ensure the blessings of liberty to ourselves. A law degree isnt required for justice of the peace candidates. Should they require a moratorium of evictions the courts should follow. Jason: When vehicles are broken into my residents [in] Precinct 2 should contact the police then my office and we will see these people are hunted down, arrested and jailed!J. Mouton: As Precinct 2 Commissioner, my focus will be on elevating levels of public safety, including ensuring that our constables are fully funded, greater investment in infrastructure/flooding mitigation, and better financial management and planning. Alexandra del Moral Mealer, the Republican nominee for Harris County judge, speaking at the press conference at the Harris County Deputies Organization in Houston. They also decide eviction cases. Why or why not? Biographical statement: Vega: I am inspired to run for this office because I see the need for changes that need to happen. Why are you running? Last night, two Republican candidates who lost the November 2022 election in Harris Countyincluding Alexandra del Moral Mealer, former candidate for Harris County Judgeannounced they will challenge the results of Morman: Making sure small businesses and members of public get accurate information and support.R. I am the most experienced person on the ballot. Alexandra del Moral Mealer, the Republican nominee challenging Hidalgo, estimated the addition of 1,000 new law I am running to bring a fresh new perspective with a wide range of personal and professional experiences. This year during the same period, those numbers increased dramatically: Morman reported raising $621,422, including in-kind contributions totaling $82,000 from the Texas Latino Conservatives PAC, the Houston Region Business Coalition and former Commissioner Steve Radack. No Democratic Party candidates filed to run. The. 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. I am a former Harris County Prosecutor and am a strong conservative Republican that adheres to the law and the constitutions of the U.S. and Texas. Almost all the legislative candidates preferred by Lt. Gov. People living in these situations often feel as though public servants are working against them rather than for them. 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. Building up coalitions and building up individuals to become more productive citizens instead of erecting barriers ensure safer and prosperous communities. Cagles proposal also would have eliminated funds for several departments created since Democrats took control in 2019, including the county administrator, elections administrator, Commissioners Court analysts office and Justice Administration Department. Who is eligible to register to vote in Harris County elections? "We've got this small group of donors who are influencing not only the election outcomes but I would say the likely public policies that are created and implemented. Alexandra del Moral Mealer appears to be the likely winner of the Republican nomination for Harris County judge, with 117 of 260 voting centers reporting election day results. Garcia, meanwhile, said he supports the idea of hiring more law enforcement personnel but does not see how eliminating administrative positions would cover the cost. - 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 campaign received $375,000 from Vega Energy Partners president David Modesettand $100,000 from John McGill, owner of Don McGill Auto Group. I am a blind/deaf person, I love to run marathons, and coach my boys in little league baseball. Cagle won re-election that year, while Morman lost to Democrat Garcia, whom he is running against to reclaim his seat. Absolutely, technology has improved and our justice system needs to adapt. How can JPs play a role in helping to reduce the number of nonpayment of rent evictions in their precinct? Burney is the only Democratic Party candidate in the race. This court is the most likely law court to be encountered by our citizens. No Republican Party candidates filed to run. "But we also know that in order to curtail crime, we've got to make quality of life investments. However, the county has become overly politicized and has become a political tool for incumbents.How would you work to prevent future flooding in the district or minimize its effects?J. My name is Ron Campana, and I am running for Justice of the Peace Precinct 1, Place 2. The Harris County Republican Party filed a lawsuit in November accusing Tatum and the county of several state election code violations, which Taylor said is on the back burner until after the election contests are resolved. 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. Why are you running? Justices of the Peace are essential because they are part of most people's introduction to our justice system. The second application must be received by the Harris County Elections Administrator within 10 days of the notice date. I'll create a model court that leads with innovative solutions to the eviction crisis. Since July 1, Mealer has raised $8.6 million and spent $8.2 million, unprecedented numbers in an election for Harris County judge. 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. Morman: Parks and roads must be supported. 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. As a Justice of the Peace, it will be my responsibility to make sure this happens. 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. How would you work to prevent future flooding in the district or minimize its effects? Relevant experience matters. It's all about control of the county.". They should know all needs keeping everyone in mind when making vital decisions that impacts the county as a whole. You can vote early by-mail for the upcoming local election if you are registered to vote and meet one of the following criteria: Resolutions passed by Executive Committee. Nowhere are the basic tenets of democracy more challenged than in the Justice Courts. 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. PAY TO PLAY: Harris County commissioners hide where most of their campaign cash comes from. The campaign also received $92,400 from the Conservatives for Law Enforcement and Border Security PAC, which is funded by Republican state Rep. Mayes Middleton. [Learn more: Houston-Area Judges Are Evicting Renters Who Could Be Protected Under Federal Order.]. 4.; Mark Goldberg, former candidate for Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. Jason: In March 2020 the radio told me if I went to church, I would be arrested. 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. I am an Arkansas native, military veteran, and have lived in Texas for over 30 years. The GOP plan in some ways resembles Gonzalezs request earlier this year for 1,019 new employees including 645 patrol deputies, 150 investigators and 118 jail staff that would have grown his staff by some 20 percent. 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. The incumbent candidate is Adrian I was born to a single Mexican-American Mom who is now a family court judge herself. Cross said theinflux of large contributions in Harris County elections was made possible by Citizens United, a landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision in 2010 that allowed corporations and other groups to spend unlimited amounts of money on elections. The petition, which names Lunceford as the contestant and Craft as contestee, claims numerous violations of the Texas Election Code, including a failure to provide a sufficient amount of ballot paper to 25 polling locations. Ditta is the only Republican Party candidate in the race. "Harris County will not thrive if we don't have an environment where people are safe, where people know their kids will have good schools, that you can make a nice living. The LAST DAY to vote is Saturday, May 1, 2021 from 7 AM 7 PM. The Democratic Party candidates are Eman Afshar and Roderick D. Rodgers. Why or why not? What is the role of the JP in trying to improve the justice system? The Democratic Party candidates are Dolores Lozano and Blair McClure. I also have a clean record with the State Bar of Texas and with the Judicial Commission. Mealer and other GOP candidates say even more robust public safety spending is needed amid a spike in homicides, which has swept Harris County and the nation as a whole. Denise F. Graves is the only Republican Party candidate in the race. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. 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. Justice Courts should be people centered and no one should feel that the legal system is working against them. 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