Three Candidates Vie for Dallas County Supervisor Seat

Democrats Kern and Tice challenge Republican incumbent Chapman for District 3 post

Apr. 16, 2026 at 12:17pm

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A serene, photorealistic painting of an empty government building or legislative chamber, with warm sunlight streaming through the windows and deep shadows cast across the interior. The scene has a contemplative, nostalgic mood, capturing the quiet importance of local politics.The outcome of the Dallas County Supervisor District 3 race could shift the political balance of power in the region.Dallas Today

Three candidates are running in the June 2 primary election for the new Dallas County Board of Supervisors District 3 seat. The candidates include two Democrats, Michael Kern and Patricia Tice, as well as the Republican incumbent Kim Chapman, who currently serves on the Board of Supervisors.

Why it matters

This race will determine the political balance of power on the Dallas County Board of Supervisors, which oversees key local issues like infrastructure, public services, and economic development. The outcome could shift the policy direction for the county.

The details

Kern and Tice, both Democrats, are challenging the Republican incumbent Kim Chapman for the newly created District 3 seat on the Dallas County Board of Supervisors. Chapman has served on the board for several years, while Kern and Tice are newcomers to county-level politics.

  • The primary election is scheduled for June 2, 2026.

The players

Michael Kern

A Democratic candidate running for the Dallas County Board of Supervisors District 3 seat.

Patricia Tice

A Democratic candidate running for the Dallas County Board of Supervisors District 3 seat.

Kim Chapman

The Republican incumbent serving on the Dallas County Board of Supervisors, who is running for the new District 3 seat.

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What’s next

The winner of the June 2 primary election will advance to the general election in November 2026.

The takeaway

This race for the new Dallas County Board of Supervisors District 3 seat will be a key battleground, with Democrats looking to flip the seat and Republicans aiming to maintain control of the board.