Hays County voters chose successors to two county commissioners on November 3, 2026. In Precinct 2, Democrat Johnny Flores and Republican Abby Gibson competed to replace Michelle Gutierrez Cohen, who is running for county judge. In Precinct 4, Democrat Angie Unger and Republican Rob McClelland competed for the seat being vacated by Walt Smith after two terms.
Johnny FloresDemocrat candidate for Hays County Commissioner Precinct 2, member of Hays CISD board of trustees
Abby GibsonRepublican candidate for Hays County Commissioner Precinct 2, president of Hays County Republican Women
Rob McClellandRepublican candidate for Hays County Commissioner Precinct 4, Army veteran and Dripping Springs ISD board member
Angie UngerDemocrat candidate for Hays County Commissioner Precinct 4, realtor and small business owner
Michelle Gutierrez CohenPrecinct 2 Commissioner leaving seat to run for Hays County judge
Walt SmithPrecinct 4 Commissioner leaving seat after two terms
The facts
Hays County had two county commissioner seats on the ballot in Precincts 2 and 4.1
County commissioners serve four-year terms and oversee countywide issues including sheriff's office, roads, infrastructure, and budget.1
Polls closed at 7 p.m.; anyone in line by 7 p.m. could cast a ballot.1
Who said what
These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.
Johnny Flores Main priorities are road improvements, water conservation, and returning power to county from state.1
Abby Gibson Top priorities include improving infrastructure and roads and fiscal conservation.1
Rob McClelland Describes himself as fiscal conservative; hopes to work on water conservation and responsible development while mitigating taxpayer costs.1
Angie Unger Priorities include improving access to affordable housing and increasing government transparency.1
How they headlined it
The same event, as each outlet put it. Marked words appear in only one outlet's headline.
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Texas Historical Commission, awarded City Hall the landmark designation; City of Texarkana, hosting the dedication ceremony; C. H. Page & Brother, architectural firm that designed City Hall and 1 more
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