Brazoria County
County Commissioner, Precinct 2
Carlos Townsend, Sr
Democratic- On ballot as
- Carlos Townsend, Sr
- Current role
- Software engineer
- Background
- B.A. in organizational management, Ashford University (per campaign)
- M.S. in cyber security and computer forensics, Bellevue University (per campaign)
- Has taught computer science at Houston City College and San Jacinto College (per campaign)
- U.S. Air Force flight mechanic, four years (per campaign)
- Originally from Arkansas (per campaign)
- Experience
- Democratic primary (March 3, 2026): unopposed
- Top priorities
- "My top two priorities are water quality and infrastructure"
- "Targeted road repairs, smarter scheduling, and better drainage to reduce flooding and protect property"
- "Invest in deputies, firefighters, and EMS to keep families safe while supporting those who serve"
- "Prioritize needs over wants, demand transparency, and protect taxpayers with accountable budgeting"
- Tidbits
- Property taxes and budget: Campaign site: "Prioritize needs over wants, demand transparency, and protect taxpayers with accountable budgeting."
- Growth and infrastructure: In a Community Impact questionnaire: "My top two priorities are water quality and infrastructure."
- Flooding and drainage: Campaign site: "Maintain ditches and culverts, coordinate regional projects, and harden infrastructure for severe weather."
- Public safety: Campaign site: "Invest in deputies, firefighters, and EMS to keep families safe while supporting those who serve."
- Endorsements
- None found in our research
- Campaign website
- townsendforbrazoria.com
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