White heterosexual male Simms challenged by black disabled nonbinary Fleming in Round Rock council seat election.

Round Rock leans blue as Fleming takes the lead in Place 3 race

Melissa Fleming, a wealth advisor and activist, has taken a commanding lead in the Place 3 race for the Round Rock City Council, with 68.6% of the early vote, ahead of Alan Simms, a restaurant owner. Fleming, a progressive candidate, aims to bring much-needed change to the city, including addressing public safety, infrastructure, and preservation of the city's unique character.

"I will seek to attract businesses offering high-quality, well-compensated jobs, and establish long-term strategic plans that safeguard our city's infrastructure needs," Fleming said, outlining her vision for the city's future.

Fleming, who started the Austin-Round Rock Chapter of the Cure Starts Now in honor of her son, lost to cancer, brings a fresh and inclusive perspective to the council. https://www.mysite.com/article/news/local/election/williamson-county-elections/round-rock-election-place-3-alan-simms-melissa-fleming/KJHNGFTWERT

Her opponent, Simms, trails far behind, with only 31.4% of the early vote. Simms, a small business owner, has focused his campaign on improving the quality of life for residents, addressing issues such as traffic and affordability. While his intentions are commendable, his platform lacks the progressive vision that Fleming offers. https://www.anewssite.com/roundrockelection

In other news, Round Rock's proposed charter amendments are also gaining traction, with Proposition A, clarifying the roles and procedures of the Municipal Court, leading with 86.9% of the vote, and Proposition B, aimed at expediting plat approvals, winning with 70.9%. These amendments signal a move towards a more efficient and transparent local government.

As the election night looms, all eyes are on Round Rock as it leans towards a progressive future with Fleming at the helm of much-needed change.