2026 Texas May Uniform Election

Dean Doscher has a master s degree in business administration, a degree in fire protection, a degree in computer science, and a degree in liberal arts.

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Dean Doscher earned a bachelor’s degree in liberal studies from Thomas Edison State University, a master’s degree in business administration from Western Governors University, and additional degrees in fire protection and computer science. He lives in Texas.

Dean is a small business owner and tax preparer. He previously worked as a firefighter for Cedar Park. 

Dean is a small business owner and tax preparer. He is a former Cedar Park firefighter.

Dean’s campaign for mayor of Cedar Park is his first run for public office.

Supports prioritizing spending on core services, providing clear public budget information, strengthening oversight of city administration, and planning responsibly for long‑term infrastructure and staffing needs.

- Supports prioritizing spending on core services, providing clear public budget information, strengthening oversight of city administration, and planning responsibly for long‑term infrastructure and staffing needs.

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Said, "My top priority is restoring integrity and trust in local government. That means a city that follows its own policies, operates transparently, and is accountable to residents. I also want to ensure concerns are addressed promptly and decisions are made openly and fairly."

Supports transparency in city operations, including timely responses to resident concerns, completion and disclosure of investigations when permitted by law, compliance with Texas Open Meetings requirements, and improved access to public records.

- Supports transparency in city operations, including timely responses to resident concerns, completion and disclosure of investigations when permitted by law, compliance with Texas Open Meetings requirements, and improved access to public records.

Public Services

Plans to protect neighborhood quality of life and preserve green spaces and parks as the city grows.

- Plans to protect neighborhood quality of life and preserve green spaces and parks as the city grows.

Housing & Urban Development

Supports compliance with Texas Local Government Code Chapter 143 to ensure consistent civil service procedures, proper training, and fair treatment for firefighters and police officers.

- Supports compliance with Texas Local Government Code Chapter 143 to ensure consistent civil service procedures, proper training, and fair treatment for firefighters and police officers.

Public Safety

Plans to expand sidewalks, bike lanes, and trails; fix congestion points; and work with regional partners on public transit solutions.

- Plans to expand sidewalks, bike lanes, and trails; fix congestion points; and work with regional partners on public transit solutions.

Transportation & Infrastructure

As of March 25, 2026, Dean Doscher’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Energy & the Environment

Ethics & Conduct

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Dean Doscher

Dean earned a bachelor’s degree in liberal studies from Thomas Edison State University, a master’s degree in business administration from Western Governors University, and additional degrees in fire protection and computer science.

Dean’s campaign for Mayor of Cedar Park is his first run for public office.

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Jim Penniman-Morin is from Cedar Park, Texas. He attended the United States Military Academy at West Point. He also has a juris doctor degree from Georgetown University Law Center. He lives with his wife, Sarah, and their seven children in Cedar Park. He attends Christ Episcopal Church.

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Jim Penniman-Morin is from Cedar Park, Texas. He has a bachelor's degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point and a law degree from Georgetown University. Jim lives with his wife, Sarah, and their seven children in Cedar Park, Texas, and attends Christ Episcopal Church.

Jim is an attorney who currently serves as in-house counsel of an artificial intelligence company in Austin. He also worked in various legal roles. Jim served in the Virginia Army National Guard for two years and the U.S. Army for 10 years, reaching the rank of captain.

Jim Penniman-Morin is currently the mayor of Cedar Park. He was reelected in May 2024 and is serving his second term. He sits on the Transportation Policy Board for the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO).

Jim is currently the mayor of Cedar Park. He was re-elected in 2024 and is serving his second term. He previously served on Place 1 of the Cedar Park City Council.

Supports the growth of start-ups, small businesses, and larger businesses in Cedar Park to reduce reliance on residential property taxes.

Supports the growth of start-ups, small businesses, and larger businesses to reduce reliance on residential property taxes.

Supports fiscal responsibility and efficiency in use of taxpayer funds.

- Supports the growth of start-ups, small businesses, and larger businesses to reduce reliance on residential property taxes.
- Supports fiscal responsibility and efficiency in use of taxpayer funds.

- Supports enhancement of community parks.

As of March 25, 2026, Jim Penniman-Morin’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- Supports investing in first responders.

Supports preparing for increased traffic due to population growth.

Supports creating a plan to address increasing traffic.

Supports walkable neighborhoods, accessible green spaces, trails and restaurants.

- Supports creating a plan to address increasing traffic.
- Supports walkable neighborhoods, accessible green spaces, trails and restaurants.

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Jim Penniman-Morin

Jim Penniman-Morin is from Cedar Park, Texas. He has a bachelor's degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point and a law degree from Georgetown University. He lives with his wife Sarah and their seven children in Cedar Park. He attends Christ Episcopal Church.

Jim is an attorney who currently serves as in-house counsel of an artificial intelligence company in Austin.  He previously practiced with several international law firms.  He served as Infantry platoon leader with the 82nd Airborne Division, Company Commander in the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, and Aide-de-Camp to the Commander, 29th Infantry Division, Virginia Army National Guard

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- Cities may grant the mayor additional power or roles. 
- Mayors can also appoint members of citizen advisory boards and commissions.
- Mayors represent the city in intergovernmental relationships.
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