Three candidates are running for Conroe City Council Place 5 in the May 2 election. Incumbent Marsha Porter is not seeking reelection.
Early voting begins April 20 and runs through April 28, according to the Texas Secretary of State’s website. Election day is May 2. In Montgomery County, voters can cast their ballot at any polling location during early voting. However, on election day, voters must vote at their designated voting precincts. Visit https://elections.mctx.org for polling locations.
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Why did you decide to run in this election?
Too many citizens tell me they feel unheard, frustrated, and disconnected from City Hall. Conroe deserves better. Conroe citizens come first—not politics, not special interest groups, that’s why I am self-funding my campaign. My commitment is simple: restoring transparency, accountability, and a spirit of unity in Conroe.
What is your top priority, if elected?
As the originator of Proposition “O” and passed by the voters for the city charter, I will focus on strong public safety—I will make sure that our police and fire departments will have the human, physical, and financial resources available to protect our citizens.
What do you think are the two biggest challenges facing Conroe?
First, the overall debt and significantly unfunded capital improvement projects need to be addressed. Second, providing strong public safety and maintaining core essentials to keep pace with Conroe’s fast growth.
How would you approach Conroe’s growth and development?
Shift from reactive growth to responsible development. Weak cities with weak ordinances attract irresponsible development. Strong cities with strong ordinances attract responsible development. Growth must pay for growth.
What should Conroe’s budget priorities be?
I will focus on strong public safety—police, fire, water, sewerage, and critical infrastructure. That’s where taxpayer money should go first. Stick to the fundamentals and protect and serve the citizens paying the bills. That’s what Conroe citizens deserve.
Why did you decide to run in this election?
I am seeking election to the City of Conroe Council, Place 5 to serve business owners, families, children, and the City of Conroe administration. I have years of experience in management and complex problem-solving that will benefit and help the citizens of the City of Conroe prepare for and create …
What is your top priority if elected?
As a council person I’ll focus on serving citizens through conservative government and creating a vibrant and safe city to work and live. My priority is to provide city functions that keep citizens safe; hold taxes reasonably low; and provide world class public services so people want to live here.
What do you think are the two biggest challenges facing Conroe?
The biggest issues facing Conroe residents involve latent abuse and corruption and patent mismanagement; a lack of integrity in the city’s governance; costs of city services; stability of property values; flood control; poor infrastructure planning; and demands on the city’s services due to growth and management.
How would you approach Conroe’s growth and development?
I will address growth and development by placing the needs of Conroe citizens first; by providing for the needs of our aging citizens and youth; and strategically directing resources to increase safety in neighborhoods, job diversity, and revitalization of downtown areas, arts centers, and parks for Conroeites to thrive.
What should Conroe’s budget priorities be?
My approach reflects the values and needs of Conroe’s citizens using conservative forecasting; implementation of strong financial and reserve policies to ensure delivery of core government services over time; decreasing ineffective policy designs, e.g., acquiring local revenue through fines and fees; and a values driven transparent 20-year comprehensive plan.
Why did you decide to run in this election?
I never planned to run for office, but too many decisions at City Hall feel disconnected from the people they affect. Residents deserve transparency and accountability. I’m running because Conroe belongs to its citizens, not insiders, and I want to help restore trust in local government.
What is your top priority, if elected?
Restoring trust between residents and City Hall. Too many people feel decisions are made without transparency or public input. My priority is bringing openness and accountability back to local government so residents, businesses, and city leadership can work together toward solutions that strengthen Conroe.
What do you think are the two biggest challenges facing Conroe?
Managing growth responsibly and restoring confidence in city leadership. Conroe is growing rapidly, which creates opportunity but also strain on infrastructure and neighborhoods. We must plan ahead while maintaining transparency and public trust so residents feel their city government is working for them.
How would you approach Conroe’s growth and development?
Growth is inevitable, but it must be managed responsibly. My approach is clear rules, consistent decisions, and planning ahead for infrastructure. Developers deserve predictable standards, and residents deserve leadership that ensures roads, utilities, and services keep pace with growth.
What should Conroe’s budget priorities be?
The city’s budget should prioritize the fundamentals: public safety, infrastructure, and responsible financial management. Police, fire, roads, and water services must come first. Taxpayers work hard for their money, and city government should treat every dollar with discipline and respect.