Election Results
Summary
Leander City Council Member Longoria is out of a job after a super close election loss. Despite a recount, they still lost by just 4 votes, ending their reelection bid.
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Last discussed Feb 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
No major financial impacts are immediately apparent from this specific election outcome.
The residents of Leander, who will be represented by newly elected officials.
Council Member Longoria is harmed by losing their seat.
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General - Feb 17, 2026
The city council officially certified the results of a special election to fill the positions of Mayor and Councilmember Place 4. This action formally installs the newly elected officials who will lead the city.
Results: Central Texas cities hold mayoral, city council runoff races
Results: Central Texas cities hold mayoral, city council runoff races kvue.com
Leander City Council election comes down to 4 votes
Leander City Council election comes down to 4 votes FOX 7 Austin
After recount, Leander City Council Member Longoria still lost reelection bid by 4 votes
After recount, Leander City Council Member Longoria still lost reelection bid by 4 votes Austin American-Statesman
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