2026 Texas General Election

His deep roots in White Settlement, where he and his wife have lived since 2002, have allowed him to raise his family in a community he truly cherishes, with all his children having walked the halls of Brewer High School. Today, he also has the joy of being a proud grandpa.

City Council | White Settlement, TX

His commitment to community service has been a significant part of his journey. He dedicated several years as the director of the homeless ministry at his church, advocating for those in need and supporting them through tough times.

Aaron James has lived with his wife since 2002 and is a grandfather. He served for several years as the director of his church's homeless ministry.

Aaron James, Place 1
Term expires: November 2026
place1@wstx.us
As a second-generation stonemason, Aaron established AMJ Masonry in 2008, where he blends traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation to create enduring structures.

Aaron James is a second-generation stonemason and established AMJ Masonry.

Elected officers of the City of White Settlement	Year Elected Officer’s Term Expires
Hon. Faron Young, Mayor	2026
Hon. Aaron James, Place 1	2026
Hon. Alan Price, Place 2	2028
Hon. Amber Munoz, Place 3	2028
Hon. William Wright, Place 4	2027
Hon. Kandace Espinosa, Place 5	2027

Elections | White Settlement, TX

Aaron currently serves on the White Settlement City Council in Place 1. His term expires in 2026.

AS YOUR COUNCILMAN, I WILL CONTINUE TO:
Fight relentlessly for full transparency on every taxpayer dollar and fiscally conservative spending.
Work to strengthen our infrastructure, ensuring we’re fully prepared for any challenge ahead.
Partner closely with first responders and law enforcement to keep our city safe and secure.
Listen to the needs and concerns of all our citizens and always put the people of White Settlement first.

Aaron James for White Settlement City Council

Pledges to seek transparency in the use of every taxpayer dollar and to support fiscally conservative city spending.

- Pledges to seek transparency in the use of every taxpayer dollar and to support fiscally conservative city spending.

Economy

As of September 17, 2026, Aaron James’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Public Services

Housing & Urban Development

Plans to work with first responders and law enforcement to promote public safety.

- Plans to work with first responders and law enforcement to promote public safety.

Public Safety

Plans to strengthen city infrastructure to prepare for future challenges.

- Plans to strengthen city infrastructure to prepare for future challenges.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

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As of September 17, 2026, David Burke did not have a website or any information online.

David Burke

As of September 17, 2026, David Burke’s website did not contain information on this issue.

In response to: “Why are you running for mayor/city or town council and how does your background prepare you for this office?” Don Wagnon wrote: “I am a long time resident and love my city.”

RUNOFF & SPECIAL ELECTIONS

The League of Women Voters voter-guide entry for Don Wagnon, City Council Place 1, listed his occupation and education/experience as: “Occupation: Retired
Education/Experience: Brewer High School graduate
Lockheed Martin 43 yrs. Retired
WS Civil Service Commissioner 4 years
WS Citizens on Patrol member 4 years.”

Don Wagnon is a long-time resident of White Settlement. He graduated from Brewer High School.

Don is retired and previously worked at Lockheed Martin.

Don Wagnon is retired and previously worked at Lockheed Martin.

2025 Candidate Filings - White Settlement, TX

Don previously lost the 2025 race for the City of White Settlement Place 1.

In response to: “What are the most critical issues facing the city/town, and how will you address them?” Don Wagnon wrote: “Fiscal responsibility while maintaining the needs of an evolving small city. The city should live within it's budget layouts and keep debt to a minimum.”

Supports living within the city budget and keeping debt to a minimum while meeting the needs of an evolving small city.

- Supports living within the city budget and keeping debt to a minimum while meeting the needs of an evolving small city.

As of September 17, 2026, Don Wagnon did not have a website or any information online.

In response to: “How will you balance growth vs. density in the city/town? What changes, if any, would you propose to the city’s/town’s zoning ordinance?” Don Wagnon wrote: “The plan for balancing city growth and density must be based on sustainability, equity, and livability. The goal isn't just to fit more people; it's to use density as a tool to create a more functional and affordable city that limits its environmental impact. The planning and zoning committee should be on board with this philosophy.”

Advocates using zoning density to make the city more functional and affordable while limiting environmental impact.

- Advocates using zoning density to make the city more functional and affordable while limiting environmental impact.

In response to: “How will you ensure that all residents can enjoy a healthy, sustainable, and protected environment?” Don Wagnon wrote: “Fiscal responsibility along with a strong and respected Public Safety organization.”

Supports a strong and respected public safety organization while maintaining fiscal responsibility.

- Supports a strong and respected public safety organization while maintaining fiscal responsibility.

Don Wagnon

As of September 17, 2026, Don Wagnon’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- City council members collaborate to create and enforce city policies, including legislation on essential services like police, fire, parks, libraries, and utilities.
- They work alongside the mayor to manage city departments, including transportation and parks and recreation.
- Council members can be elected to represent specific districts or the entire city at-large.
- The structure of city councils, including the number of members, their terms, term limits, and partisanship, differs by county.

Passes laws and regulations for your city.

White Settlement City Council Member, Position 1

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