Local school, MUD elections set for May 2
Clear Brook City MUD residents and select Clear Creek ISD voters will take to the polls Saturday, May 2, to see who will fill multiple key positions.
Clear Creek ISD voters will decide who will serve in the Position 2 and Position 3 seats. Only voters who live in those districts may participate as they are single-member positions, rather than at-large. Both districts are located east of the Gulf Freeway (see map). Boundary information is available through CCISD’s interactive map at ccisd.net/elections/boundaries.
Vying for the Position 2 seat are incumbent Jamieson Mackay and challenger Ernest A. Hallman II.
Competing for the Position 3 seat are incumbent Arturo Sanchez and challenger Gabriel F. Gonzales II.
Terms are three years.
Voters must cast a ballot at their assigned location on Election Day. Assigned locations are determined by the county precinct the voter resides in.
For additional information or to see a list of polling locations, visit ccisd.net/elections.
See related questionnaire on Page 2 in this weeks issue.
Clear Brook City MUD voters will decide who will occupy the Position 4 and Position 5 seats.
Campaigning for the Position 4 seat are incumbent Jim Towey and challenger Karen Richards McMillan.
Position 5 incumbent Jim Bishop is not seeking re-election.
Jockeying to replace him are Delfina (Fina) Govea, Dawn McDonald and Yen Rabe.
Election Day voting will take place at the Clear Brook City MUD office at 11911 Blackhawk Blvd.
Voting hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Pasadena ISD, Sagemeadow MUD and Kirkmont MUD are not holding elections this cycle.
Correction: Last week’s Leader reported that Pasadena ISD elections take place in November of odd‑numbered years when they actually occur in May of odd-numbered years, with the next one taking place in May 2027. The Leader apologizes about any confusion.
Annual cleanup to beautify community
Multiple local groups are coming together Saturday, May 2, in an effort to beautify the community, as the annual South Belt Cleanup is set to take place for its fourth consecutive year.
“South Belt’s strength is its people,” said Kay Barbour, president of the Sagemont Civic Club, one of the event’s chief organizers, along with Knights of Columbus Council 9201. “Every piece of litter picked up represents a volunteer who cares deeply about this community. These cleanup efforts aren’t just about beautification – they’re about pride, connection and shared responsibility. With the continued support of our local organizations, businesses and residents, we’re not only keeping South Belt clean – we’re building a stronger, more united community for everyone.”
The annual cleanup continues to grow in size each year, attracting many other major partners.
In recent years, the event has expanded beyond the local civic club to Knights Council to now include Pasadena ISD, Harris County Precinct 2, City of Houston Solid Waste Department, Southeast Volunteer Fire Department. M & D (Ace ) Hardware, Food Town, B&L Lock and Safe, the Leader and others.
Additionally, organizers are expecting approximately 250 volunteers to take part in this year’s cleanup.
Volunteers will clean up from the Gulf Freeway to Blackhawk, east to west, and from Fuqua to FM 1959/Dixie Farm Road, north to south. Volunteers will not clean Dixie Farm Road out of safety concerns. The thoroughfares encompass an area approximately 6.25-square miles in size.
Organizers are currently seeking volunteers. All supplies will be provided and lunch (hamburgers and hot dogs) will be served by the Knights of Columbus following the event. No open-toe shoes will be allowed. While volunteers are encouraged to register in advance, walk-ups will be welcomed.
The cleanup will begin at 8 a.m. at Beverly Hills Intermediate, located at 11111 Beamer. Volunteers who have not preregistered are asked to arrive early.
For additional information or to register as a volunteer, see related ad on Page 7 or contact event organizer Mike Work at mrwork2@att.net or 832-338-5156.
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