UPDATE: The City of Kyle is preparing for a critical runoff election on December 13, 2023, after no candidate secured a majority in the recent mayoral race. Former City Council members Robert Rizo and Yvonne Flores-Cale will face off, with Rizo currently leading at approximately 42 percent of the vote and Flores-Cale at about 32 percent, as reported by CBS Austin.
With Rizo amassing 2,303 votes and Flores-Cale following with 1,746 votes, this runoff is poised to be a fierce contest. The crowded field of candidates has heightened the stakes, especially with Donny Wills and Andrea Villescaz lagging behind at 907 and 493 votes, respectively.
In addition to the mayoral race, City Council District 1 is also heading to a runoff, with Bear Heiser and Courtney Goza competing after Heiser secured 2,061 votes and Goza received 1,404 votes. This race adds to the excitement around the upcoming election, as voters have shown significant engagement, passing 16 out of 17 charter amendments in the November 4 elections.
The newly elected representatives for City Council include Claudia Zapata and Melisa Medina, who triumphed in District 3 and District 2, respectively. Zapata won decisively with 3,246 votes, defeating Miguel A. Zuniga, who garnered 1,949 votes.
Voters in Kyle will have early voting opportunities ahead of the runoff, with a preliminary schedule indicating early voting from December 1 to 5, and again on December 8 and 9. A Saturday session is also planned for December 6 to accommodate those unable to vote during the week. Final details will be confirmed at the November 18 City Council meeting.
Election day is set for December 13, with polls opening from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.. This runoff election is not just about the mayoral seat; it represents a pivotal moment for local governance in Kyle, and voter turnout will be crucial.
Stay tuned for ongoing updates as the City of Kyle braces for what promises to be an intense showdown at the ballot box!
