Official BEXAR GOP Publication February 4, 2022 Issue 5 My fellow Republicans, Next Saturday, February 12, at 6 pm sharp is the final deadline to file for Precinct Chair, for the runoff ballot May 24. Please consider running. Once again, training classes are available on many subjects from many sources. We have to work to make certain our Primary is fair and legal, and the final class for Precinct Judges is next Wednesday, February 9. If you haven’t worked before as a paid election worker, please help us by becoming a poll watcher. There is online training via Zoom, required training and certification from the Texas Secretary of State, and invaluable local training being conducted on February 10 and 12 from our Republican Bexar County Election Integrity team. Please choose a session and attend one of the two classes. Early voting starts in a week, and Election Day is March 1. Help your candidates win, help us run the election, but most of all, please don’t fail to vote! Conventions will start after the polls close, with Senate District level conventions coming up on March 26. John Austin, Chairman URGENT! POLL WATCHERS NEEDED Bexar County Election Integrity is seeking conservative grassroots volunteers to become a well-equipped Poll Watcher. Training is offered twice next week: Thursday, Feb. 10, 6:30-8 pm (Doors open at 6 pm) Saturday, Feb. 12, 10-11:30 am (Doors open at 9:30 am) To sign up text 210-286-3333 with: your name, address, email & phone When we receive the above information, we will send the link for you to register. Let’s be the eyes and ears for honest and fair elections! File for Precinct Chair, 2022-2024 Term Mon.-Thurs. 10 am-7 pm Friday 10 am - 6 pm Saturday 10 am -6 pm Last day to file-Saturday, Feb. 12 by 6 pm (in person - we notarize) 10300 Heritage Blvd, Ste. 240, San Antonio TX 78216. (IF YOU FILED SEPT. TO DEC. 1 YOU ARE DULY FILED ALREADY) Must be registered to vote in Bexar County. Must reside in your election Precinct. Must not be a candidate for Public Office. More info is at the Bexar GOP website HERE NOTE: Properly filled out and notarized applications may also be emailed to: [email protected]. and mail original, notarized form to Republican Party of Bexar County | 10300 Heritage Blvd STE 240, San Antonio, TX 78216 Express News Columnist: Republican wave election could turn courthouse upside down  Click HERE to read the article With a subscription Have a Voice in Redistricting the City of San Antonio Public redistricting meetings have started and are open to the public. Residents can testify on behalf of their neighborhoods and/or send comments via 311 or SASpeakup HERE. Final plans expected in Summer 2022.  Count me in for Redistricting Proposed Redistricting maps Events Link to BexarGOP.org Calendar This Week: Secure the Border Saturday, Feb. 5 12 p.m. -3 p.m. Temple of Praise, Banquet Hall, 1620 Pinn Rd, San Antonio, TX 78227 Goerge Rodriguez "El Conservador " Willie Ng and John Lujan Will be presenting local border crisis updates, laws, and experiences that are relevant to this administration. Arrive early to secure your seats. 12pm to 3pm Snacks provided Heart de San Antonio Republicans Candidate Forum Sunday, Feb. 6 6-8 p.m. Christopher Columbus Italian Society, 201 Piazza Italia, 78207 Republican Party of Bexar County Chairman Candidates: Jacinto "Chinto" Martinez, Jeff McManus, John Austin Bexar County District Attorney Candidates: Marc Lahood and Meredith Chacon Pizza with Salad, Iced Tea/Water Available for Purchase (cash or check only) (When you dine, it helps offset the cost of the facility rental). For more information call or email: Janie Fonseca 210-860-9628 [email protected] Weekly Prayer Meeting Monday, Feb. 7 10am – 11am at Republican Party of Bexar County Headquarters Organizer: Anita Kegley and Adam Salyer (No RSVP required) Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Click HERE to register for the Texas House District 122 Candidate Forum Republican Men of San Antonio Tuesday, Feb. 8 6-9 p.m. Tycoon Flats, 2926 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78212 Second Tuesday of the month the Republican Men of San Antonio PAC meet to discuss fundraising and elections. Come join us. Bexar County Elections Election Judge Training Wednesday, Feb 9 Persons interested in becoming an Election Judge for Bexar County will engage in group discussion and hands-on activities to learn and apply their understanding of the Texas Election Code. Participants will be informed on topics such as tasks to complete before Election Day, opening & closing the polls, qualifying the voter using the Handbook for Election Judges and Clerks and VoteSafe, and how to resolve certain scenarios inside of the polling place. Click HERE to register Precinct Chair Training New and experienced Precinct Chairs can sign up for training at Party Headquarters. Email Exective Director Gary Teal at [email protected] San Antonio Republican Women Luncheon Thursday, Feb. 10 11 am – 1 pm Old San Francisco Steak House, 10223 Sahara Dr, San Antonio, TX 78216 Join us for our luncheon meeting. RSVP: [email protected] Call/text Mary Louise York 210-387-0656 Deadline 12 Noon on Monday, Feb. 7 Alamo Pachyderm Club Biennial Candidate Forum Thursday, Feb. 10 6 pm - 9 pm Old San Francisco Steak House, 10223 Sahara Dr, San Antonio, TX 78216 Many statewide and local candidates will be there. Come to meet & hear the federal, state, and county candidates so that you can make an informed vote. RSVP HERE. Some tickets still available. It's Free. Appetizers & Cash Bar. Business Casual. Overflow Parking Available. Bexar County Elections Clerk Training Thursday, Feb 10 and Monday, Feb. 28 1103 South Frio Street - San Antonio, TX 78207 Click HERE to register Bexar County Republican Women Luncheon Friday, Feb. 11 11 am – 1 pm Program: Candidate Forum: Republican Party of Bexar County Chairman Anne Marie’s Catering & Banquet Hall 12475 Starcrest Drive San Antonio, TX 78216 Cost $26, RSVP to Rebecca Ingersoll: [email protected]. UPCOMING EVENTS: May 7 ballot positions available, Deadline to file Feb. 18 Election information available at each respective website School Districts Elections: ACCD: Trustees Districts 1, 2, 3. Alamo Heights ISD: Trustees Places 1, 2 Boerne ISD: Trustees Places 4 and 5 Comal ISD: Trustees Districts 6, 7 NEISD: Trustees Districts 2, 3, 7 City Elections: Alamo Heights City: Councilmembers Places 3, 4, 5 Balcones Heights: Mayor, Councilmembers Places 1, 2 Castle Hills: three Councilmembers (Aldermen) Elmendorf: Mayor, two Councilmembers Places 3, 5 Helotes: three Councilmembers Places 1, 2, 4 Hill Country Village: Mayor, City Council Places 2, 4 Hollywood Park: Mayor, City Council Places 2, 4 Leon Valley: Mayor, City Council Places 2, 4 Live Oak: Vice Mayor, Councilmembers Places 2, 4 Olmos Park: Mayor, Councilmembers Places 4, 5 Shavano Park: three council seats Somerset: Mayor, two Councilmembers Windcrest: three Councilmembers Places 1, 2, 3 Other Elections: Trinity-Glen Rose Groundwater Conservation District: Pcts. 3, 4, 5 Important 2022 Republican Primary Dates First Day of Early Voting in Person - Monday, February 14, 2022 Click Here for the Early Voting Centers and Calendar. Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (Must be Received in their office, not Postmarked) - Friday, February 18, 2022 Last Day of Early Voting in Person - Friday, February 25, 2022 Election Day Voting in Person- Tuesday, March 1, 2022. March 1 Primary Election Information Sample Ballot is available HERE Click HERE for a complete list of the Republican Primary Candidates The list includes contact information. Help support the candidates with your time, talents and financial resources. Don't Sit This Election Out! Ballot By Mail Application If you are 65 or older on Election Day or you are disabled, you may submit an ANNUAL Ballot By Mail application Request a ballot to be mailed to you HERE The fillable form is also at Bexar County Elections HERE To prevent voter fraud, you must now provide a drivers' license number or the last four of your SSN to match with the number on the voter file. Unless you are sure which is on file, we recommend you submit both. Upon completing and signing the form, return it to 1103 S Frio, Suite 100, San Antonio TX 78207. You can also call 210-335-VOTE (8683) to have an application for ballot by mail sent to you. DEADLINE: All Applications for Ballot by Mail must be received by the Bexar County Elections Department by 5 PM on February 18. Volunteers Needed at Headquarters Want to help the Republican Party more? BEXAR GOP needs your help getting Republicans elected. We need volunteers to answer the phones and be at headquarters to help candidates. Email [email protected] ROAD TO CONVENTION Training Dates Coming Soon Precinct Convention March 1 @7:30 p.m. or following primary election voting Senatorial Convention Saturday, March 26 For updates on any of the above events, please see our Events calendar at bexargop.org/event-calendar/ Never miss an event: Sync the BEXAR GOP Events calendar with your mobile phone or tablet. iPhone instructions. Android instructions. Embed code. 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