Deadline to File for Plainview ISD School Board Ballot Approaching

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The filing period for the Plainview ISD school board election has begun, with interested candidates having until February 13 to submit their applications. Elections are taking place this year for school board precincts two, three, four, and five. No applications have been turned in as of January 27, but the current representatives for those seats are Sofia Rivera, Danny Salazar, Amber Bass, and JoAnn Rey.

Why it matters

School board elections are important for determining the leadership and policies that will shape the education of students in the Plainview community. With several seats up for grabs, this election presents an opportunity for new voices and perspectives to join the board.

The details

Candidates can pick up and submit their applications at the Plainview ISD Education Complex. To be eligible, candidates must meet certain requirements, including being a U.S. citizen, being over 18, not having been determined mentally incapacitated, not having been convicted of a felony, and satisfying residency and voter registration criteria.

• The filing period started on January 14 and will end on February 13.
• The election is set for May 2.
• Early voting will take place at City Hall from April 20-28.

What’s next

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