May your Thanksgiving Holiday be filled with family and friends along with the customary good times and great harvest celebration. Let us give thanks that we live in the Great State of Texas in the Greatest Nation.
THIS IS AN OFFICIAL NOTICE OF THE BASTROP COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY CHAIRMAN, CURTIS COURTNEY
My office hours for dropping off your application to be placed on the ballot for the March 5, 2024 Primary Election is as follows:
Office Hours:
November 11, 2023 10:00am to 2:00pm
December 11, 2023 9:00am to 6:00pm (6:00pm on the 11th is the latest you can file)
I will be available between those two dates upon request. Give me a call at 512-925-6034 to set up an appointment at our office located at 443 Highway 71 West, Bastrop, TX 78602.
I would encourage you to file early in case there are questions about your application. There will be no changes after 6:00pm on December 11, 2023.
The Bastrop County Republican Party will host a Food and Fellowship get together to show our appreciation to our elected officials for their service and support.
Please join us on:
~ MONDAY ~
November 27th, 2023
First National Bank
2nd Floor Community Room
489 Highway 71 West
Bastrop Texas
Doors open at 6:00pm.
Visit our website for information on other party activities, meetings and events.
Our office is located at:
443 Highway 71 West
Bastrop Texas 78602
Phone: (512) 409-1415
email:
Office hours: Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, and Thurs: 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Taxes – Schools – Water – Electricity – Broadband – and more …
It’s that time again when we get to grade the legislature on the work it has done and the laws it has proposed.
The election to be held on November 7th allows us to determine how the Texas Constitution is shaped going forward.
There are fourteen propositions on the ballot covering a wide range of issues that affect your pocketbook, retirement age for justices, sales tax, property tax, access to broadband, protecting and expanding water supplies, and more.
We are providing you with links to the propositions (at the Texas Secretary of States website), and to several analyses of these propositions with some commentary. See: Recommendations
We encourage you to consider how you will vote this year.
We defend our democracy through participation. Early voting starts on Monday, October 23rd, and election day is Tuesday, November 7th.
Tuesday, October 10, 2023* *First business day after Columbus Day
First Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance
Monday, October 23, 2023 (17th day before election day falls on a Saturday, first day moves to next business day)
Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (Received, not Postmarked)
Friday, October 27, 2023
Last Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance
Friday, November 3, 2023
Last day to Receive Ballot by Mail
Tuesday, November 7, 2023 (election day) at 7:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is not postmarked, OR Wednesday, November 8, 2023 (next business day after Election Day) at 5:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7:00 p.m. at the location of the election on Election Day (unless overseas or military voter deadlines apply)
Fran Rhodes is currently serving as president of True Texas Project (TTP). Mrs. Rhodes first became interested in politics when Obama was elected. She attended a Tax Day rally in 2009, and joined several grassroots groups, subscribing to their online newsletters. Mrs. Rhodes started attending NE Tarrant Tea Party meetings in the summer of 2009. In 2010, she took on leadership of the Volunteer Liaison program, and in 2013, established the Citizen Advocate program. In 2014 she joined the Board of NE Tarrant Tea Party, and in 2016 became Vice President, and was promoted to President in 2019 when NETTP re-branded and relaunched into the True Texas Project (TTP). Mrs. Rhodes is now helping to lead the organization and grow the grassroots army in Texas.
Mrs. Rhodes’ passion for this service comes from a desire to actually make a difference, influence what goes on in our government, and really make our voices heard. According to Mrs. Rhodes, “Even when we don’t get the outcomes we want, people see that we show up, we put in the time, we do the work, and we are not going away!” Mrs. Rhodes holds a BA in Business Management from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, and is retired from a career in sales and marketing in the office furniture industry. Originally from Illinois, she got to Texas as soon as she could, considers herself a Texan after 3 decades of living in the Lone Star State, and is passionate about fighting for liberty in Texas.
When she is not fighting for legislation, speaking to others about activism, or organizing the latest TTP special event, she is an active member of her church choir, and enjoys sewing, quilting and gardening. Fran can be reached at , on Facebook, Twitter, and MeWe.
Bastrop County Republicans and Supporters from across Central Texas gathered together this past Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 at the Bastrop Convention & Exhibit Center for an evening of camaraderie. Beginning with a VIP Reception and photo opportunity with our Keynote Speaker Lindsey Graham. Guests enjoyed a Cocktail Hour and viewed silent and live auction items before placing their bids. Bastrop County Chair Curtis Courtney welcomed everyone with a warm greeting and paid well deserved recognition to all the Boots & Barbecue Committee members and countless volunteers responsible for planning and conducting this very popular and successful fundraiser event.
Following these opening remarks, Mrs. Terry Moore led the audience in singing the National Anthem, Ms. Kylie Cunningham led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag and State of Texas Flag. The County Chair introduced all the Federal, State, County and Precinct elected officials present. Master of Ceremonies Lela Derr dismissed guests for the much anticipated buffet style BBQ dinner. Following the meal, guests listened to video presentations from State Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham and U.S. Senator Ted Cruz. Texas District 17 Representative Stan Gerdes introduction of Keynote Speaker Lindsey Graham brought the crowd to their feet in rousing applause. Lindsey Graham, aka The Patriot Barbie, presented her story of “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness” of a strong woman, salon business owner, who defied the State of Oregons lockdown mandates and won! Her efforts continue to empower women, champion men, embrace family values and has solidified her place at the front of the battle for women’s rights, unborn babies, and moms.
The Bastrop County Republican Party sincerely thanks all attending, the Speaker Table Co-Sponsors, Table Sponsors and ticket buyers, silent and live auction item donors and buyers, and the many local businesses for your continued and generous support. Proceeds from these events support local party activities, Republican candidates, and party administrative needs. For more information on other party activities, meetings and events please visit our website at www.bastropctygop.com. Our office is located at: 443 Highway 71 West, in Bastrop Texas. Phone: (512) 409-1415, email: . Office hours, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat, and 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Thurs.
1.Legislative elections are quickly approaching. Do you understand all that is being voted on? 2.Speakers as well as information distributed from our office can help you navigate the legalese that is written on the ballot.3.The Primary election is on everyone’s mind and follows quickly. Although the party cannot endorse within our own party candidates, perhaps we can help you gather info that makes your decision easier. 4.We rent and maintain a local office where you can come to get information from monthly meetings (held on the last Monday of each month) that feature folks from all sorts of organizations and/or offices that effect your political decisions and what impacts you. 5.The office is also available to be used by party candidates for meet & greets or other political gatherings. 6.We donate funds to the Candidate Resource Committee which helps fund our different court judge races and many down ballot races who do not have funds to get started. 7.During the general election we frequently must purchase candidate signs, so they are available for our County. We have had people ask why there are so many Democrat signs, and we don’t have that many? Because we are depending on funds that are set aside to purchase them. We are not funded by outside sources or special interests! 8.Along with the help of LPRW we have printed voter guides, and will continue, so you can navigate who really stands for what, and who represents your beliefs. 9.We do all we can to connect with you through email, block walking, info texting to get the latest to you. You get the idea! Join us Saturday, September 23 for Boots & Barbecue! It’s not just a fundraiser – it’s a FUNdraiser!
Our thoughts come around to “Let’s Roll” every year. On that brilliant September morning 22 years ago, while millions of Americans were preparing to start their day, we remember the attacks that struck our Nation. To all the First Responders, Firefighters, Police, EMTs, Flight Crews, Attendants, the brave passengers and civilians, and the many other heroes lost… We Honor and Remember you this day. You will Never Be Forgotten.
Tim Hardin serves as the president and CEO of Texans for Fiscal Responsibility (TFR). Texans for Fiscal Responsibility is an independent educational non-profit organization seeking to illuminate the actions of government, educate and equip citizens to effectively advocate for pro-taxpayer reforms, and hold lawmakers accountable for their actions. TFR has addressed hundreds of organizations and groups all across the Lone Star State.
Consistent with their guiding principles, TFR has identified key legislative priorities in the wake of the 88th Texas Legislature. While Republicans maintain a strong majority, there are no excuses for lawmakers to be derelict in their duty to pass commonsense reforms called for by the grassroots. The Texas Prosperity Plan is TFR’s policy goal to achieve a fiscally responsible Texas.
Tim has an undergraduate degree in philosophy and political science from the University of North Texas. He also earned his master’s degree in biblical studies from West Coast Baptist College. Tim is a small-business man and pastor and served as a chief of staff in the Texas House for eight years. He resides in Fort Worth with his wife, Luisa, and their five children, Elijah, Noah, Micah, Jeremiah, and Selah.
