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General election · Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Nonpartisan voter guide · Texas

Rafael D. Peña III

Candidate · November 3, 2026 general election

City of Bryan

Mayor

Rafael D. Peña III

Rafael D. Peña III

Nonpartisan
On ballot as
Rafael D. Peña III
Current role
USPS rural carrier (per campaign); member, Brazos Central Appraisal District Board of Directors
Background
  • Cum laude graduate, Sam Houston State University (per campaign)
  • Degree in Political Science, earned while working full-time (per campaign)
  • USPS rural carrier and union leader (per campaign)
Experience
  • Member, Brazos Central Appraisal District Board of Directors, Place 1 (per district)
  • Ran for Bryan City Council, District 2 (November 8, 2022); lost to Ray Arrington, 43% to 57%
  • Bryan City Council (2013–2016)
Top priorities
  • "I believe Bryan needs greater accountability, good governance and effective communication."
  • "My priorities include responsible use of taxpayer dollars, improving infrastructure, investing in our neighborhoods, youth and seniors"
  • "Infrastructure, streets, water and utilities must remain priorities."
  • "Economic development should not come at the expense of residents or essential resources."
  • On housing: "I support strengthening first-time homebuyer assistance"
Tidbits
  • Property taxes and budget: "My priorities include responsible use of taxpayer dollars, improving infrastructure, investing in our neighborhoods, youth and seniors"
  • Growth and infrastructure: "Growth should strengthen our neighborhoods while protecting taxpayers and maintaining the services residents depend on."
  • Flooding and drainage: No public statement found
  • Public safety: No public statement found
Endorsements
None found in our research
Campaign website
penaformayor.com