San Antonio Runoff election 2025
The June 7, 2025 runoff elections for the San Antonio Mayor and City Council candidates will impact policymaking throughout the entire region. This is a critically important election as this is the first time in sixteen years that we have had an open seat for Mayor. We will have at least four new councilmembers in addition to the mayor, and this will be the first time the mayor and council are elected to four-year terms. In addition to maintaining roads, parks and libraries, the City Council is responsible for public safety and setting regulatory policies that impact businesses. The City also owns CPS Energy and SAWS. Voter turnout was low during the May 3, 2025 general election, so participation in the runoff elections is even more important. This page provides information on the candidates and when and where to vote. These short biographies combine information from the candidates’ websites, media articles and other sources.
Runoff election voting info
Ballot by mail: The last day to apply for a ballot by mail is May 27
Bring a friend or neighbor with you to vote!
EARLY VOTING PERIOD:
Tuesday, May 27: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday, May 28: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday, May 29: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday, May 30: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday, May 31: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday, June 1: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Monday, June 2: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday, June 3: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
ELECTION DAY VOTING PERIOD:
Saturday, June 7: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Rolando Pablos (Mayor)
Born in Sonora, Mexico, Rolando Pablos moved to Texas at age nine and became a U.S. citizen. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from St. Mary’s University, an MBA from the University of Texas at San Antonio, a Master’s in Hospitality Management from the University of Houston, a Juris Doctor from St. Mary's University School of Law, and an L.L.M. from the University of Texas. Rolando served as Texas Secretary of State under Governor Greg Abbott and has held leadership positions on various state boards and commissions, including the Texas Racing Commission and the Public Utility Commission. He also chaired the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the San Antonio Free Trade Alliance. Rolando founded Cross-National Advisory Partners, a consulting firm assisting international businesses in establishing operations in the U.S. and has been involved in solar and renewable energy projects.
Rolando says he is committed to preserving San Antonio’s rich heritage while ensuring it evolves into a hub of opportunity and innovation for future generations. If elected, he plans to adopt policies that support small businesses, increase economic development, increase public safety, create a “veteran action plan”, create a “bar and restaurant rescue plan”, uphold immigration law, ease traffic congestion and better coordinate road construction, and protect taxpayers.
Gina Ortiz Jones (Mayor)
Born in Arlington, Virginia, Gina Ortiz Jones grew up in San Antonio as a first-generation American daughter of a single mother, who immigrated to the United States from the Philippines. Gina attended John Jay High School and then went to Boston University on an Air Force ROTC scholarship. She was an intelligence officer in the Air Force. In 2008 she joined the Defense Intelligence Agency. She then worked in the Office of the United States Trade Representative under Presidents Barack Obama and Donald Trump. Gina ran for Congress in 2018 and 2020, then served as Under Secretary of the Air Force from 2021 to 2023.
Gina goes by the phrase “there is no time to waste” and said that she plans to use the same sense of urgency in San Antonio. Gina wants to make San Antonio a destination for military missions, create better paying jobs, and create a safer community for residents. If elected, she plans to make smart investments and create transparency within the City’s tax budget. Gina wants to focus on increasing public safety, increasing housing affordability, provide access to early childcare education & childcare, respect taxpayers and smart investments, improve the Ready-to-Work program, and connect people to opportunities.
Sukh Kaur (District 1)
Sukh Kaur holds a Doctorate in K-12 Educational Leadership from Vanderbilt University, an MBA from the Rice Educational Entrepreneurship Program, and a B.A. in Policy Studies from Rice University. Sukh is currently a Board member for the San Antonio Housing Trust and Texas Public Radio. Outside of City Hall, she is the CEO/Founder of EDreimagined, a realtor, and a commercial real estate developer.
As a current city councilmember, her work is centered around five key priorities: infrastructure, public safety, parks and community centers, small businesses, and affordable housing. She is focused on making neighborhoods and parks safer, improving streets and sidewalks, keeping people in their homes and creating and maintaining strong relationships with small businesses Sukh wants to invest in stronger infrastructure, expand green spaces, and increase housing options that residents can afford. Sukh believes in data-driven solutions and community-driven advocacy to create long-term stability and economic mobility. Through collaboration and meaningful engagement, she is committed to ensuring that District 1 continues to thrive.
Patty gibbons (District 1)
Patty is committed to protecting our neighborhoods from unchecked growth while ensuring they are respected and valued by city leaders. She graduated from Woodridge High School in Northampton. In 1991, she and her husband Gary founded Gibbons Surveying & Mapping, Inc., a surveying and development firm they operated for 30 years.
Patty is focused on four top priorities: small business support, constituent services, crime prevention, and construction management/oversight. If elected, in her first 100 days in office she would aim to: strengthen community relationships & trust, address public safety & crime prevention, encourage civic engagement & local advocacy, and preserve culture & strengthen community identity.
Kelly ann gonzalez (District 6)
Born and raised in the district, she attended Edgewood schools and graduated from John Jay High School. At age 10, she began working at her family's restaurant, instilling in her a strong work ethic. She later started her own small business and worked as a labor organizer for city employees with AFSCME Local 2021.
Kelly’s top priorities are increasing community safety, creating a stable future for the City, and creating strong families. She advocates increased support for veteran services, investment in living wages, accessible homeownership, educational opportunities, and health access. Kelly also intends to be a liaison between the City, State, and Federal governments to create policy solutions that address school-city collaboration, expanding career development grants, facilitating teacher home ownership, launching a back-to-school supply fund, and prioritizing educator wellness.
Ric galvan (District 6)
Born and raised in District 6, Ric Galvan was raised by a family of educators. Ric is proud graduate of Holmes High School and University of Texas Austin. Growing up in District 6, Ric witnessed the district grow and change rapidly, with working families like his own feeling the pinch of the rising cost of living.
Ric’s priorities are housing affordability, growth, sustainability, community health and safety, support to small businesses, well-paying union jobs, a strong public school system, a responsive local government, secure public utilities, and strong support to our active service members and veterans. As councilman, Ric Galvan has said he will work diligently to deliver safe, affordable, and high-quality living for the working families District 6 and our City.
ivalis meza gonzalez (district 8)
Ivalis Meza Gonzalez was born and raised in San Antonio, and she and her husband have been raising their two children as District 8 residents for the last 15 years. Meza Gonzalez comes from a family deeply involved in public service. After graduating from UTSA and St. Mary’s Law School, she began her public service career as a senior policy adviser to Mayor Ron Nirenberg, later serving as director of policy and public engagement, and ultimately as the mayor's chief of staff.
Ivalis’ top priorities in office would are funding public safety, support to seniors, infrastructure improvements, protection of parks and green spaces, and economic growth. She emphasizes her commitment to preserving the community's unique character while managing growth. She aims to leverage her extensive experience in both public and private sectors to address the district's needs effectively and enhance the quality of life for District 8 residents.
Paula McGee (District 8)
Paula is a wife, mother, grandmother, and community volunteer who brings a lifetime of experience to public service. She earned a BA in biology from Baylor University and a JD from SMU Law School. She is a practicing attorney and has served on the San Antonio Zoning Commission, the Ethics Review Board, and the board of the Alamo Colleges Foundation.
Paula says her priorities are the priorities of District 8 families. According to Paula, she would like to increase public safety, create better infrastructure and drainage, protect parks and libraries, create better jobs and business growth, have better stewardship of public money, have better ethics and transparency within City Hall, have better water resources management, and have better homelessness responses and strategies.
Misty Spears (District 9)
Misty has been a proud San Antonio resident for over thirty years. She and her husband, Adrian, are proud parents to three daughters, and her faith remains a cornerstone of her life. Misty has been a precinct chair, HOA secretary, and an active PTO member. A graduate of Texas Tech University with a B.B.A. in Accounting, she built her career as an accountant for Clear Channel Communications and Pioneer Drilling in San Antonio. Her professional journey also led her into the legal field, where she was a lead paralegal, handling complex cases and municipal matters for Texas cities and government entities. For the past two years, Misty has served as the Director of Constituent Services for Bexar County Commissioner Grant Moody.
Misty has a “back to basics” approach, to focus on the issues important to residents of District 9. Misty prioritizes the support of public safety and first responders, the reduction of property taxes, a streamlined government, economic growth and the creation of job opportunities, infrastructure and responsible development, and addressing homelessness with compassion and accountability. Misty wants to get things done for the families and community of District 9.
Angi Taylor Aramburu (District 9)
A first-generation college graduate, Angi earned a B.A. from Purdue University and a Master’s in Nonprofit Arts Administration from Indiana University. Her career spans public relations, nonprofit arts marketing, and small business ownership. Aramburu founded Go Fetch Run, a fitness company that provides opportunities for people to exercise alongside their dogs. Angi has held multiple leadership roles on the local PTA board, currently serves on the District’s Efficiency Committee, and as Vice President of the non-profit Community Housing Resource Partners.
If elected, Angi’s top priorities are increasing public, smart growth, and constituent services. Angi wants to increase police patrols, create safer streets, maximize tax dollars, promote economic development, protect green spaces, and ultimately put her community first by having direct conversations with residents. She says she will have open office hours to meet with residents and hear concerns.