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:
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.
Released: November 7, 2023
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.
Bastrop County election information: Here
November 7th election information: Here
Language on the ballot: PDF
Explanatory statements: PDF
| Last Day to Register to Vote | 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) |
| Election Day | Tuesday, November 7, 2023 |
Lyle Nelson was sworn in as Mayor for the City of Bastrop at 6:00 PM, June 20th, 2023 reciting the Oath of Office administered by Judge Christopher Duggan while his daughter Hannah Robinson held their family bible and grandson Elijah Valderez lead the pledges of allegiance. The ceremony was held in the Bastrop City Council Chambers and attended by family, friends, supporters and City Council members. Mayor Nelson will work to improve the city infrastructure, roads, positive development, and managed growth among other issues.
City of Bastrop voters turned out in the numbers necessary to elect Lyle Nelson as the next City of Bastrop Mayor, defeating opponent Dock Jackson by 46 votes. Nelson had 567 votes, to Jackson’s 521, and will succeed Connie Schroeder who is stepping down after 2 terms. The swearing in ceremony will be held June 20th, 2023 at 6:00PM at City Hall.
On Sunday Mayor Elect Nelson commented “I am honored and humbled to be elected as Bastrop’s next mayor. I believe the key to winning was voter involvement as well as a consistent message about continuing to address our infrastructure and encouraging positive development.”
The pride of Bastrop City voters in this election is evidenced by the support from individuals and organizations throughout Bastrop County. Congratulations Mayor Elect Lyle Nelson !
Bastrop County Republican Party Endorses Lyle Nelson for Mayor of Bastrop, TX.
Once again we have the opportunity to make a difference in our representation by exercising our right to vote. If you live, or know someone who lives in the City of Bastrop, we would encourage you to get out and vote for Lyle Nelson for Mayor of Bastrop, TX.
Run-off election runs May 30th thru June 6th with election day on Saturday June 10th, 2023. (See BastropVotes.org)
Lyle is the only candidate with experience, knowledge and a conservative mind set to carry Bastrop through the next decade. He is committed to an open and inclusive City government, one that is responsive to ALL citizens. When elected, Lyle will review key services like road maintenance, drainage, wastewater, and more, to identify improvement for today and our future.
Lyle has the real hands-on experience that will allow him to execute on his vision. He knows how the City Council works and how to impact change. Beyond the City Council, Lyle has worked with a number of organizations that directly impact the city of Bastrop. With your help, he will be our voice.
Experience:
Lyle is a candidate for all the people. He is intelligent, balanced, fair, and a business man. His goals are, and have always been to make the best decisions for all residents of the City of Bastrop.
Join us in electing Lyle as the next Mayor of Bastrop.
BCRP
Curtis Courtney, Chairman
The Bastrop County Elections Office conducted their First Ever “I Voted” and “Future Voter” sticker contest announcing the winners and presented awards at the Commissioners Court on February 27th.
Congratulations to Sophia Royster, a Junior attending Smithville High School, for winning First Place! In second place is Avery Fobert, a 7th Grade student at Bastrop Middle School. Third place goes to Mateo Martinez, a Sophomore homeschool student, and son of BCRP Precinct 1003 Chairwoman Cathy Martinez and husband George.
Congratulations to Kyla Coleman, a 2nd Grade student at Bluebonnet Elementary School, for winning Bastrop County’s first “Future Voter” Sticker Contest! In second place is Isaiah Mubasher, a 3rd Grade homeschool student. Third place goes to Henley Duty, a 1st Grade student at Smithville Elementary School.
For the rest of the story, the full winners list, and winning designs, visit BastropVotes.org
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Bastrop County Conservatives mission is to support the election of conservative candidates. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable information about running and supporting a successful political campaign.
Our County elections are here in May. Our candidate Sourcing and Selection Committee is hard at work. We will very quickly be moving to candidate support, getting candidates elected.
With that thought in mind, the Leadership Institute is offering a training to assist in our success. The training event will be held at Casa Chapala, March 6th, 2023 at 5:00pm Preregistration is required. See link below to sign up.
This event will cover –
Your meeting coordinator/speaker will be Robert Arnakis, the Senior Director of Domestic and International Programs for the Leadership Institute. Mr. Arnakis oversees divisions which provide political education and consultation to senior government officials, public policy leaders and influencers. His background includes serving as senior staff to multiple Presidential and Congressional campaigns. Additionally, Mr. Arnakis has consulting experience with multiple grassroots driven organizations.
To attend the meeting, you must sign up in advance, no later than Thursday March 2nd. Fee is $15.00, which includes dinner. Why only $15.00? The Leadership Institute is funded with charitable donations and offers these classes as an outreach to promote conservative causes.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
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The Bastrop County Election Department announces the following changes in VDR renewals …
All current Volunteer Deputy Registrar terms expire 12/31/2022.
Effective January 02, 2023, the Bastrop County Elections Department will conduct in-person training and reciprocity for ALL Volunteer Deputy Registrars.
All VDR’s wishing to renew their certification for the upcoming ’23-24 term must attend and complete the required training session. New VDR certificates, numbers and supplies will be issued at the time of completion. Please review the schedule image below for available training session dates and times. Sign-up is encouraged but not required.
Updated training and additional information is available on their website here.
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Design Contest to Determine the New 2023-2024 “I Voted” and “Future Voter” Stickers for Bastrop County The Bastrop County Elections Department is conducting Bastrop County’s first “I Voted” and “Future Voter” design contest. The contest is open to all Bastrop County students, K-12, enrolled in a Public, Private, or Homeschool setting. The winning designs will be used as the official “I Voted” and “Future Voter” sticker in the 2023-2024 Election cycle. The Deadline to submit a design is Friday, February 10, 2023, at 5pm.
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