Next election: November 2028

District 2 City Council race.

Southeast Austin. This seat is not on the 2026 ballot; it next stands for election in November 2028. The current member is in office through January 2029.

Candidates

Current member.

This seat is not contested in 2026. Below is the sitting council member; the next election is in 2028.

In Office
Vanessa Fuentes
In office since 2021
Representing Southeast Austin. Full biographical profile, committee assignments, district neighborhoods, and contact information on the council profile page.
Council profile

This index is updated as filings are confirmed with the City Clerk’s office.

The Seat

About District 2.

Southeast Austin including Dove Springs, Onion Creek, and parts of Del Valle. Mayor Pro Tem 2025.

Region
Southeast Austin
Current Member
Vanessa Fuentes
In Office Since
2021
Term Length
4 Years
Next Election
November 2028
Election System
Nonpartisan, 50%+ to win

Full District 2 profile →

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