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November 2026 Election Administration and Contracts

Erath County, TX

Summary

The Elections Administrator discussed voter dissatisfaction with current ballot-on-demand printers and proposed replacing voting machines in the future at an estimated cost of around $600,000.

At a glance

Total mentions
5
Last 30 days
3

Last discussed Jul 13, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Estimated capital expenditure of approximately $600,000 for new voting hardware, offset partially by 3% contributions from joint election entities.

✅Who benefits

Registered voters in Erath County seeking an improved, more efficient voting process.

⚠️Who could be affected

No groups negatively affected

Mentions & discussions (7)

Beneath the Surface NewsOct 25, 2026

Here's what you need to know about the final week of early voting.

By SARA VANDEN BERGEEarly voting will continue this week with polls open from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, through Friday, Oct. 30, at the Erath County Annex III and from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 26-30 at Dublin Annex.Election Day, of course, is Tuesday, Nov. 3.Polls will be open from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. at the following locations and registered voters in Erath County can cast a ballot at any of these locations no matter where they reside.• Erath County Annex• Lingleville Fire Department• Dublin Annex• Mo

FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort WorthOct 19, 2026

2026 Midterm Election: Key races in North Texas and sample ballots

2026 Midterm Election: Key races in North Texas and sample ballots FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth

Beneath the Surface NewsOct 18, 2026

Early voting gets underway this week. Here’s everything you need to know.

By SARA VANDEN BERGEIf you like to cast an early ballot, it’s time.Polls in Erath County will be open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 19-23 at the Erath County Annex III and Dublin Annex.Hours will be extended from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24, and from noon-6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 25, at the Erath County Annex (closed in Dublin).Early voting will continue with polls open from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, through Friday, Oct. 30, at the Erath County Annex III and from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 26-30 at

MeetingJul 13, 2026

Commissioner Court - Jul 13, 2026

The Elections Administrator discussed voter dissatisfaction with current ballot-on-demand printers and proposed replacing voting machines in the future at an estimated cost of around $600,000.

Beneath the Surface NewsApr 19, 2026

Early voting gets underway this week. Here’s a look at Stephenville’s contested races.

Early voting gets underway this week. Here’s a look at Stephenville’s contested races. Beneath the Surface News

Beneath the Surface News | StephenvilleFeb 7, 2026

Q&A with Albert Ray; incumbent running for Erath County commissioner, precinct 2.

Q&A with Albert Ray; incumbent running for Erath County commissioner, precinct 2. Beneath the Surface News | Stephenville

MeetingJan 26, 2026approved

Commissioner Court - Jan 26, 2026

The county is finalizing contracts and staffing for the March 3, 2026, primary elections to ensure everything runs smoothly.

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