Blane Conklin, Democrat

What are the top needs for people across the county? One of the most important and one I hear all the time is the lack of mental health resources. Another is public safety. Our first responders have been underfunded.

County Court-at-Law No. 2

Why are you running for office? My wife and I moved to Georgetown from Houston in 1998 to raise our family here. We have raised two sons in this community who attended Georgetown schools.

Thomas Velez, Democrat

Why are you running for office? I am running for judge for many of the same reasons I went to school for criminal justice or became a lawyer. I believe those who can serve have a responsibility to put their talents, experience, insight and innovation out to benefit the community.

Brian McConnell, Democrat

Why are you running for office? An attorney in Williamson County for over 20 years, I bring experience, fairness and humility to the court. I have represented Williamson County residents in civil and criminal matters, and see how people can be stressed as they navigate the court system.

County Court-at-Law No. 1

Why are you running for office? Citizens have a vested interest in our children. As your sitting judge, I’m entrusted with Child Protective Services’ cases. Prior to being your judge, I was a prosecutor and had a private practice where I represented children, and parents.

Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2

Why are you running for office? The decision to seek the Justice of the Peace office was made with much prayer and consideration for everyone involved. Specifically, I thought about those who put their trust in the person who handles some of the most sensitive circumstances in their life.

Justice of the Peace Precinct 1

After redistricting we found ourselves in Precinct 1, and soon thereafter learned of the underperforming record of the current Precinct 1 Justice Court. When I mentioned this to some of my friends and acquaintances, their response was 'What are you going to do about it?'

Stacy Hackenberg, Democrat*

Why are you running for office? I am running for reelection to keep working for the people of precinct 4. I’ve modernized the court and made changes that I feel are beneficial to the community. I take this position very seriously and work hard to always maintain impartiality.

Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3

I have been in public service most of my adult life. I am running for re-election to continue serving Precinct 3. I thoroughly enjoy this calling and believe I have made a significant difference by implementing worthwhile programs to help our citizens, not just punish them.

Sara Groff, Democrat

I believe a community is only as strong as its individuals who call it home, and the job of every public official is to empower those individuals to live freely, securely and as full participants in society.