Corpus Christi City Mayor
Corpus Christi, TX
City
Nonpartisan
Current Incumbent
Paulette Guajardo
Nonpartisan
In office since January 2025
Next Election
Nov 3, 2026
Filing Window
Jul 18, 2026 - Aug 17, 2026
Term Length
2 years
Number of Seats
1
About this position
The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.
Eligibility requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be a registered voter
- Must be a resident of the district
- Must be a resident of the city from which elected for at least one year prior to and during office, must be a registered voter in the city from which elected, must be at least 18 years of age, and cannot owe delinquent taxes t o the city
Filing information
Elections office
1201 Leopard Street, Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Phone: 361-826-3105
Fee & signature requirements
In lieu of a petition, a filling fee of $100
Filing instructions
Submit paperwork to the City Secretary/Clerk's office.