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Residents gathered last week to hear from City Council and Elgin Independent School District hopefuls in a public forum ahead of May elections.
The community event April 1 was organized as a free, nonpartisan opportunity for voters to hear directly from local candidates seeking school board, mayoral and council seats, officials said. The Elgin Chamber of Commerce hosted the gathering at the Elgin ISD Administration Auditorium, with Keri Westland serving as moderator.
Organizers said questions were shared in advance to ensure fairness and focused on key issues. Topics included growth, infrastructure, schools, quality of life and the city’s recent audit and ongoing state investigation.
Candidates unable to attend were given the opportunity to submit statements, which were presented by Chamber President Heather Bloom.
Organizers said the event aimed to increase civic engagement by providing access to candidates and information ahead of the May 2 general and special election.
