Arlington Mayor Election

About This Race

The Arlington Mayor Election is a municipal election scheduled for May 1, 2027, in Arlington, Texas. Voters will elect the city's mayor, who serves as the chief executive officer of the city government, overseeing municipal operations, budget implementation, and policy direction.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date: May 1, 2027
Registration Deadline: April 1, 2027
Early Voting Starts: April 24, 2027
Early Voting Ends: April 29, 2027

How to Vote

To vote in the Arlington Mayor Election, Texas residents must be registered to vote by April 1, 2027. Voters can cast their ballot in person on Election Day at their assigned polling place, during the early voting period from April 24 to April 29, 2027, or by requesting a mail-in ballot if they meet eligibility requirements such as being 65 or older, disabled, or out of the county during voting hours.

Incumbent

Republican

Jim Ross

Mayor of Arlington

Biography

Jim Ross is the incumbent mayor of Arlington, first elected in 2015 and re-elected in 2019 and 2023. A lifelong Arlington resident and former city council member, he is running for re-election to continue his focus on economic development, public safety, and infrastructure improvements.

Campaign Website

Democratic

Lynda Plaxe

Mayor of Arlington

Biography

Lynda Plaxe is a community activist and former Arlington school board member who has advocated for education equity and neighborhood investment. She is running to bring new leadership to city hall with a focus on affordable housing, environmental sustainability, and increasing transparency in municipal government.

Campaign Website

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