Ennis Voters to Decide City Commission Seats on May 2

Three city leadership positions are up for grabs in the upcoming municipal election.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 6:00am

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A realistic painting of the Ennis City Hall building, with warm sunlight streaming through the windows and deep shadows across the facade, creating a contemplative, nostalgic mood.The upcoming municipal election will determine the leadership of Ennis, Texas for the next few years.Ennis Today

Registered voters in the city of Ennis, Texas will head to the polls on Saturday, May 2 to elect three city leadership positions: Mayor Pro Tem, and City Commissioners for Ward 2 and Ward 4. There are three candidates on the ballot for each open seat.

Why it matters

The city commission plays a crucial role in setting the agenda and policies for Ennis, making decisions that impact residents' daily lives. This election will determine the city's leadership for the next few years.

The details

Voters will choose between three candidates for each of the three open seats on the Ennis City Commission. The positions up for election are Mayor Pro Tem, and City Commissioners for Ward 2 and Ward 4. All registered voters within the Ennis city limits are eligible to cast ballots in this municipal election.

  • The election will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026.

The players

Ennis City Commission

The governing body of the city of Ennis, Texas, responsible for setting policies and overseeing municipal operations.

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The takeaway

This election will shape the future direction of Ennis, as voters choose the city leaders who will make key decisions on issues like economic development, infrastructure, and community services. Engaged citizens will want to research the candidates and their platforms before heading to the polls.