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1. What kind of governing body is the City of Chandler?

The City of Chandler is a “Type A” general law municipality that has an aldermanic form of government with a governing body composed of the mayor and aldermen. There are five aldermen who are elected from the city at large.

2. When is the general election?

Election Day is November 6, 2018.

3. What are the qualifications to run for City Council?

The requirements to run for City Council are that candidates must:

1. Be at least 18 years of age
2. Be a citizen of the United States
3. Be a qualified voter of the City of Chandler
4. Be a resident of the City of Chandler and have resided in the City for at least one year immediately preceding the date of the election
5. Not be otherwise disqualified from serving on the City Council by any other provision of law.

4. How do I run for one of the places on the ballot?

You must submit an application with the City Secretary to run for City Council. The first day to receive an application is Saturday, February 4, 2012. Even though the first day to file falls on a Saturday, this does not require the filing authority to hold weekend office hours to receive candidate applications. The last day to file for placement on the ballot is Monday, March 5, 2012 by 5:00 p.m.

5. How long are the councilmember terms?

The length of each term is two years and terms are staggered so that only part of the officers are elected at each election. There are no term limits. Election to all offices is by Plurality vote (Majority).

6. How many City Council meetings are there?

City Council meetings are at 6:00 p.m. every second Tuesday of the month at City Hall, located at 811 Hwy 31 East. There may be additional special meetings or workshops every calendar year.

7. How do I know if I am a qualified voter of the City of Chandler?

Contact the Henderson County Voter Registrar's office at:
Denise Hernandez - Election Administrator
201 J East Larkin
Athens TX 75751
(903)675-6149
(903)670-1061 Fax Henderson County Voter Registrar's Office

8. How do I register to vote?

First you must determine if you reside in Henderson County. Henderson County residents may contact Denise Hernandez at (903)675-6149 for information on when and how to register to vote. Many questions can be answered through their website and you can also print off a Texas Voter Registration Application. Henderson County Voter Registrar's Office

9. When is the last day to vote?

The last day to register to vote and be eligible to vote in the May election is Thursday, April 12, 2012. If you have any additional questions, please e-mail or call City Hall at (903)849-6853.

Information regarding election dates may also be found at the Texas Secretary of State Website

10. Can I vote earlier than November 6, 2018?

There are two ways to vote early. You can vote in person or by mail. Check with the Henderson County Voter Registrars office or City Hall for early voting dates.. Applications for early voting by mail are available at City Hall Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or through the mail at: City Secretary's Office P O Box 425 Chandler TX 75758, (903)849-6853.