Who is Tom Compton running against?

Laura Helle, for City of Austin Council Member Ward 1 (Mower County).

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Tom Compton

Candidate for City of Austin Council Member Ward 1 (Mower County) · November 3, 2026

About this race

Your city's legislative body. Passes local ordinances, sets the city budget and property-tax rate, and makes zoning and development decisions; often hires the city manager.

2 candidates ran for City of Austin Council Member Ward 1 (Mower County) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Austin voters.

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Quick answers

What does the City of Austin Council Member Ward 1 seat do?: Your city's legislative body. Passes local ordinances, sets the city budget and property-tax rate, and makes zoning and development decisions; often hires the city manager.
Who is Tom Compton running against?: Laura Helle, for City of Austin Council Member Ward 1 (Mower County).
Should I vote for Tom Compton?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Tom Compton's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

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