Mineola, TX · Wood County
2026 General Election Candidate Packet
This packet helps Mineola residents seeking City Council office prepare and file an application for a place on the general election ballot.
What this form is
The packet combines the application for a place on the City of Mineola general election ballot with election information, campaign filing forms and guides, and a candidate authorization form. Candidates must file the application and appoint a campaign treasurer; the packet states that filing begins January 14, 2026, and the application deadline is February 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. It also includes information about write-in candidacy and campaign finance.
Who needs it
People seeking a place on the ballot for Mayor or a City Council ward in Mineola’s 2026 general election should use this packet.
How to submit it
The packet says to file the application and Campaign Treasurer Appointment with the City Secretary. It lists [email protected] and 903-569-6183 for inquiries.
About notarization
This packet is signed without a notary; its guide says campaign finance reports prepared through the Texas Ethics Commission filing application should be notarized before filing.
How to submit this form
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Download The Packet
Download the 2026 General Election Candidate Packet for Mineola.
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Complete The Application
Fill in the application for a place on the City of Mineola general election ballot.
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Complete Campaign Treasurer Appointment
Complete the Campaign Treasurer Appointment form included in the packet.
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Submit To The City Secretary
File the application and Campaign Treasurer Appointment with the City Secretary, following the filing information in the packet.
Frequently asked questions
- Who should use the 2026 General Election Candidate Packet?
- People seeking a place on the ballot for Mayor or City Council Ward 1, Ward 2, or Ward 3 in Mineola’s 2026 general election should use this packet.
- How do I submit the candidate application?
- The packet says to file the application for a place on the ballot and the Campaign Treasurer Appointment with the City Secretary. It lists an email address and phone number for inquiries.
- Do I need a notary for the 2026 General Election Candidate Packet?
- No. This packet is signed without a notary. Its guide says campaign finance reports prepared through the Texas Ethics Commission filing application should be notarized before filing.
- What else is included in the packet?
- It includes election information, a write-in candidacy declaration, campaign finance forms and guides, a candidate authorization form to release an email address, and the City Council relations policy and code of ethics.