In a surprising twist during the May 2, 2026 local elections, incumbent Mayor Craig Morgan was reelected in Round Rock, Texas, even though his opponent, Kelly Hall, was declared ineligible shortly before the election.
This election saw multiple positions contested and propositions on the ballot. Alongside Morgan’s race, incumbents Michelle Ly and Frank Ortega were elected to the Round Rock City Council. Ly ran unopposed for Place 1 while Ortega faced no challengers for Place 4.
Key facts from the election:
- Propositions A and B were not approved by voters.
- Proposition A aimed to amend the City’s Charter to permit electronic message centers along IH-35 and SH-45.
- Proposition B sought to require the Fire Department to meet NFPA 1710 standards starting in 2027.
The votes will be officially canvassed by the City Council soon. Following that process, a swearing-in ceremony is expected later this month. This election also included various local school board races, reflecting a broad engagement from residents.
