City Council Election Candidate Drawing for Ballot Order, 08/19/26

The City of Laredo held a public meeting on August 19, 2026, to conduct the official drawing for the ballot order of candidates participating in the upcoming November 3, 2026, general election. City Secretary Mario Maldonado and staff facilitated the process, which involved candidates or their representatives drawing numbered ping pong balls to determine their placement on the ballot for various city offices including mayor, city council districts, and municipal court judge. The meeting included introductions of candidates, explanations of the drawing procedure, and opportunities for candidates to take photos with their assigned ballot numbers. No procurement, contracting, or budget discussions were part of this meeting.