Election
BY RYAN REYNOLDS
Voter Guide
2025
Dates to know
Where to vote
April 21: Last day to apply for ballot by mail (received, not postmarked) April 22: First day of early voting April 29: Last of of early voting May 3: Election day and the last day to receive ballot by mail
Jersey Village residents can cast their ballots at Jersey Village City Hall, 16327 Lakeview Drive, Jersey Village, during early voting and on election day. For more information about the election, visit www.jerseyvillagetx.com/page/city.elections.
Only candidates in contested elections are included. Go to www.harrisvotes.com for information on uncontested races.
KEY : *Incumbent
Jersey Village City Council, Place 2
What is your top priority for Jersey Village if elected? My top priority is keeping Jersey Village safe, vibrant and thriving. I’ll work with the city to support public safety, enhance community events and ensure smart growth—so families, businesses and residents can continue making great memories here for years to come.
How will you ensure transparency and accountability in City Council decisions? Transparency isn’t just about posting information— it’s about ensuring residents can nd it, understand it and be part of the conversation. While the city shares updates online and in the Jersey Village Star, I’ll go further by engaging with residents. Accountability means explaining my votes and being open to feedback.
Eric Henao Occupation & experience:
Four-year resident; marketing specialist; planning & zoning and comprehensive plan update committees; JV CERT www.facebook.com/erichenaoforjv
Planning for the required improvement or replacement of critical infrastructure (roads, water/ sewer and municipal facilities); supporting the city’s exceptional police, re and [emergency medical services]; providing residents with the most desired community amenities; and pursuing a measured approach to spending and borrowing, to avoid burdening taxpayers.
By consistently being available to answer residents’ questions concerning the decision-making process and the reasons for council decisions. Information exchanged or considered by council (e.g. during workshops) is not necessarily discussed during council meetings. Evidence of all matters and opinions considered should be highlighted during those meetings.
Simon Hughes Occupation & experience: resident for 18 years; 35 years as an attorney with corporate and litigation experience www.simonhughes.org
Jersey Village City Council, Place 3
What is your top priority for Jersey Village if elected? My top priority is to ensure that the residents of Jersey Village are provided with thoughtfully designed public spaces that prioritize healthy living and a sense of community. Jersey Village is a multigenerational community; we should provide amenities that reect that environment by providing for all ages.
How will you ensure transparency and accountability in City Council decisions? I would ensure honest and forthright communication with a focus on citizen engagement, as well as accountability measures such as open access to government records.
Rachel Beazley Occupation & experience: Parks and recreation committee member, Jersey Village Young Triathlon coordinator, homemaker Facebook: Rachel Beazley for JV City Council Michelle Mitcham* Occupation & experience: Four-year council member; mayor pro tem; owner of Launch Pediatrics and Senate Avenue Brewing Co. www.facebook.com/michelleforjv
My top priority is preserving Jersey Village’s small- town charm while supporting responsible growth. I’ll maintain our strong community values, enhance local businesses, improve infrastructure and plan for sustainable development. Ensuring Jersey Village remains a welcoming, vibrant place to live is essential to maintaining our high quality of life.
Transparency is key for me. I maintain regular meetings with the city manager and have strong relationships with core sta members. I stay accessible to the community, providing updates on decisions. After meetings, I engage with attendees to listen to concerns and ensure decision making is clear and accountable.
Candidates were asked to keep responses under 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity. For more election coverage, go to www.communityimpact.com/voter-guide.
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