Early voting in the 2026 midterm elections gets underway Monday, giving Texas Panhandle voters an opportunity to cast their ballots ahead of Election Day. Meanwhile, city leaders across the region have a busy week ahead, with meetings scheduled in Canyon, Hereford, Amarillo, Dumas and Borger. Utility rates, infrastructure improvements, city ordinances and development proposals are among the issues on local government agendas.
Early Voting Begins Monday in Potter and Randall Counties
Early voting for the 2026 midterm elections begins Monday, October 19, and continues through Friday, October 30, with several polling locations available in Potter and Randall counties.
In Randall County, Amarillo voters can cast ballots at the Randall County Annex, 4320 S. Western St.; Southwest Branch Library, 6801 SW 45th Ave.; and Comanche Trail Church of Christ, 2700 E. 34th Ave.
Canyon voting locations include the Randall County Election Administration Office, 1604 5th Ave., and the Randall County Justice Center, 2309 Russell Long Blvd.
Potter County voters can visit the Santa Fe Building, 900 S. Polk St.; Northwest Branch Library, 6100 9th Ave.; Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3301 SE 10th Ave.; Casey Carpet One, 3500 I-40 West; and Cornerstone Outreach, 1111 N. Buchanan St.
Most early voting locations will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Voters are encouraged to check with their county election offices for specific polling hours before heading out.
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3.
Canyon Commissioners to Discuss Sewage Regulations, Utility Tariff
The Canyon City Commission will meet Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. in City Hall, 301 16th St., with utility regulations and construction projects among the items on the agenda.
Commissioners will consider the first reading of an ordinance amending the city's municipal code concerning the regulation of on-site sewage facilities within city limits.
The commission will also consider a resolution denying Southwestern Public Service Company's request for a Large General Service-Transmission tariff.
City staff will provide an update on Safety Bond construction projects, including guaranteed maximum prices associated with the work.
The meeting will include an opportunity for public comments on agenda items.
Hereford Commission to Consider Front Yard Parking Rules
The Hereford City Commission will meet Monday at 6:30 p.m. in City Commission Chambers, 224 N. Lee St., with parking regulations, child safety funding and utility rates on the agenda.
Commissioners will consider the second and final reading of an ordinance regulating vehicle parking in residential front yards.
The commission will also consider a resolution authorizing Mayor Cathy Bunch to execute a contract using Child Safety funds provided through Hereford Municipal Court. The funding would support services provided by Court Appointed Special Advocates, with revenue included in the city's 2026-2027 fiscal year budget.
Another item calls for consideration of a resolution denying Southwestern Public Service Company's proposed Large General Service-Transmission tariff increase.
The meeting will include comments from the mayor, commissioners and city staff, along with an opportunity for the public to address agenda items.
Commission members include James Stow, Rose Mary Barrett, Jeremy Lopez, Margaret Del Toro, Angie Alonzo and Clint Savoini.
Amarillo Planning Commission to Review Land Addition, Street Variance
The Amarillo Planning and Zoning Commission will meet Monday at 3 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 623 S. Johnson St., to consider development-related requests and receive updates on pending cases.
Among the items on the agenda is a request to add an unplatted tract of land to the City of Amarillo near Knoll Drive and Western Street. The request was submitted by OJD Engineering on behalf of Seville General Contractors.
Commissioners will also consider an alley waiver and connecting street variance requested by LJA Engineering for Betenbough Homes. The proposed development is located near Honeybee Avenue and Moon River Road.
The commission will receive staff reports and updates on cases forwarded to the Amarillo City Council.
A public comment period is also scheduled.
Dumas Commission to Address Water Services, Park Rules and Utility Rates
The Dumas City Commission has a lengthy agenda for its Tuesday meeting, scheduled for 11:30 a.m. in City Commission Chambers, 124 E. 7th St.
Commissioners will consider residential water services outside city limits, awarding a bid for flooring at the Dumas Police Department and an effluent water supply agreement with Diamond Shamrock.
Several ordinances are scheduled for final readings, including measures addressing alcoholic beverages in public parks and restrictions on parking commercial vehicles on residentially zoned property.
The commission will also consider amendments to rates and charges for natural gas and garbage services.
Other business includes consideration of the updated Moore County Hazard Mitigation Plan and Southwestern Public Service Company's proposed Large General Service-Transmission tariff.
Residents will have an opportunity to provide public comments during the meeting.
Borger Council to Consider Dump Truck Purchase, Coin-Operated Machine Rules
The Borger City Council will meet Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, 600 N. Main St., with equipment purchases, business regulations and utility rates among the scheduled topics.
Council members will hear a presentation from the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office, along with a report from the city manager.
The council will consider awarding a bid to Premier Truck Group of Amarillo for the purchase of a 2027 Freightliner dump truck.
Another agenda item involves amending a city ordinance regulating coin-operated machines.
Council members will also consider a resolution denying Southwestern Public Service Company's proposed Large General Service-Transmission tariff increase, an issue appearing on several city agendas across the Panhandle this week.
