Early Voting Begins in Coastal Bend as residents in Nueces, San Patricio, and Aransas counties head to the polls to weigh in on important local matters. While not every city or school district is holding an election this May, there are still several key races and school bond propositions on the ballot. Ultimately, Early Voting Begins in Coastal Bend during a time of high community interest, making it a critical opportunity for civic participation.
What’s on the Ballot in Nueces County?
Several school districts in Nueces County hold essential elections with bond propositions that could shape the future of local education infrastructure.
Flour Bluff ISD: Major Bond Initiatives
Voters in Flour Bluff ISD are deciding on three major bond propositions:
- Proposition A seeks $110.8 million to enhance school safety, infrastructure, and transportation, including new buses.
- Proposition B proposes $67.2 million for career and technical education spaces, NJROTC, fine arts, and physical education facilities.
- Proposition C asks for $15.4 million for renovations and safety improvements at Hornet Stadium.
Agua Dulce ISD
The district holds a school board election and a $15 million bond proposal for facility upgrades.
Bishop CISD
Voters will select candidates for three open school board seats.
Sample ballots are available on the Nueces County Elections Department website.
When and Where to Vote in Nueces County
Early voting runs:
- April 22–25: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- April 28–29: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Election Day is May 3.
Main Voting Location:
Nueces County Courthouse
901 Leopard St., Corpus Christi
Additional Sites Include:
- Agua Dulce ISD Admin Building
- Bishop Multipurpose Building
- Island Presbyterian Church
- Janet F. Harte Public Library
- Petronila Elementary School
Curbside voting is also available. Call 361-888-0303 for assistance.
Key Races in San Patricio County
Voters in cities such as Aransas Pass, Ingleside, Mathis, Odem, and multiple ISDs have plenty to consider.
Gregory-Portland ISD
A total of four bond propositions are on the ballot:
- $75M for facilities and buses
- $50M for athletic improvements
- $20M for tech upgrades
- $60M for arts facilities
City and ISD Elections
- Aransas Pass: Mayor, two council seats, six city charter amendments, and four school board seats
- Ingleside: Three council seats, 13 city charter propositions, and two school board positions
- Mathis: Mayor, two council seats, and four school board members
- Odem: Mayor, five council seats, and a sales tax proposal
Other school boards holding elections include Odem-Edroy ISD, Sinton ISD, and Taft ISD.
When and Where to Vote in San Patricio County
Aransas Pass
- Early voting: April 22, 23–25, 28, 29
- Location: Lightning Whelk Room, Civic Center, 700 W. Wheeler Ave.
Ingleside
- Early voting will occur at the Humble Community Center at 2821 Main Street.
Mathis
- Voting at Mathis City Hall Annex, 401 E. San Patricio Ave.
Odem and Odem-Edroy ISD
- Location: Planter’s Co-op Meeting Room, 200 N. Voss Ave.
Gregory-Portland ISD
- Voting at Portland Community Center, 2000 Billy G. Webb Dr.
Sinton ISD
- Early voting: April 22–29
- Location: County Elections Office, 410 W. Market St.
- Election Day: San Patricio County Fairgrounds
Taft ISD
- Voting at Julia M. Alvarado Center, 110 Allende St.
Aransas County Election Details
Residents in Fulton and Rockport-Fulton ISD also have decisions to make.
- Fulton is electing three aldermen.
- Rockport-Fulton ISD is electing three school board members.
Voting Schedule:
- Early voting: April 22–25, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Extended hours: April 28–29, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Location: Elections & Voter Registration Office, 602 E. Concho St., Rockport
Election Day: May 3, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.