Michael Evans
For Mayor 2022
PLATFORM & BIO
College:
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1988 UT Arlington B.A Political Science
Military Service:
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1991 Commissioned Officer United States Navy
Graduate School:
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1991 Texas Christian University (Brite Divinity School) Master of Divinity
Post Graduate:
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2009 Baylor University (Truett Theological Seminary) Doctor of Ministry
Community Boards:
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2007~2017 MISD School Board Member. President for 2 Terms
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2008 President of Historic West Mansfield Texas Community Development Corporation (Bethlehem's Pioneer Place)
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2016 ~ Present Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Advisory Board
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2017 ~ Present Tarrant County College Board Trustee
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2020 Baylor University Board of Regents (Audit-Finance Committee)
Awards and Accomplishments:
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Husband and Dad 32 years
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Master Board Member (Texas Assoc. of School Boards)
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Mansfield Wall of Honor
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Senior Pastor Bethlehem Baptist Church 1991
I am an advocate for balanced growth and continued support of police in Mansfield. Let’s make this a place where our children, senior adults, young professionals, teachers, and first responders, can call home. Read More
Mansfield Residents Voting Information
MAYORAL RUNOFF
ELECTION LOCATIONS
Runoff Early Voting Days : November 23 - December 4, 2020
Runoff Election Day : December 8, 2020
(Voting dates, times & loctions vary by county)
Thank you, to all who have supported this campaign. On November 3rd, 2020, ballots were cast and our campaign won the Mansfield Mayoral election with over 11,000 votes beating our closes opponent with over 2,600 votes.
Under Texas Law, candidates must receive a majority of the vote to win an election. If no candidate breaks 50 percent, the top two vote-getters then face off again, in a runoff election to determine the winner.
Dates, times and locations of early voting and election day voting for the runoff election in Mansfield Texas will vary by county. Early voting for the Mansfield Mayor Runoff Election, will begin on November 23rd through December 4th in Tarrant, Johnson, and Ellis counties. The Mansfield runoff election day is December 8, 2020. Be sure to share with your family, friends, co-workers and neighbors to vote for Michael Evans, to keep Mansfield a great place to Live, Learn and Play!
tARRANT COUNTY
jOHNSON COUNTY
ELLIS COUNTY
Mansfield Sub-Courthouse Conference Room 1100 East Broad Street Mansfield, TX 76063
3700 East Broad Street Mansfield, TX 76063
DECEMBER 4
Friday
7AM-7PM
DECEMBER 8
Tuesday
7AM-7PM
Midlothian Conference Center
1 Community Circle Drive, Midlothian, TX
DECEMBER 4
Friday
7AM-7PM
DECEMBER 8
Tuesday
7AM-7PM
MICHAEL'S MESSAGE
CAMPAIGN BUZZ
By Lori Williams, Mansfield Chamber
August 27, 2020 02:14 PM
Mansfield area Chamber of Commerce hosts the Mansfield Mayor Candidate Forum
The Mansfield Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a candidate forum for the MISD School Board, Mansfield City Council, and Mansfield Mayor.
Thursday, October 1st at 10:00am
at The Mansfield Area Chamber of Commerce
114 N. Main Street
By James Barragán, Dallas Morning News
July 27, 2020 03:04 PM
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott extends early voting period for November elections citing COVID-19
Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday extended the early voting period for the November presidential elections in response to COVID-19.
In a news release, Abbott’s office said the early voting period will begin Oct. 13 and end Oct. 30, giving voters nearly one more week than usual to cast their vote before Election Day. He also allowed voters to turn in mail ballots in person on Election Day.
“As we respond to COVID-19, the State of Texas is focused on strategies that preserve Texans’ ability to vote in a way that also mitigates the spread of the virus,” Abbott said in a statement. “By extending the early voting period and expanding the period in which mail-in ballots can be hand-delivered, Texans will have greater flexibility to cast their ballots, while at the same time protecting themselves and others from COVID-19.”
By Amanda Rogers, Focus Daily News
June 5, 2020 08:00 AM
Thousands Gather for Peaceful Mansfield March for justice
Before the march, Evans took the microphone at Mansfield High School and prayed for the demonstrators, asking the parents to watch out for the students. “We’re not going to let anybody hijack this movement,” he said. “We’re going to hang out of in the periphery and keep our heads on a swivel.” “Mansfield is a great city,” said Zhivonni Cook, public information officer for the Mansfield police. “We have a great relationship with all the residents and expect a peaceful march. We have had several gatherings already, so peaceful. Our officers went to the demonstration at Holland and Broad and delivered water.” “The thing that happened in Minneapolis was appalling,” Cook said. “(The protesters) just want to get out and have their voices heard. We believe in these peaceful protests that demand reform and bring meaningful change.
March 24, 2020 06:00 AM
Mansfield election date postponed to November 3, 2020 due to COVID-19
The Mansfield City Council voted 6-1 Monday night to postpone the May 2 general election to Nov. 3, unless an order from Texas Governor Greg Abbott provides an earlier date. Gov. Abbott issued a proclamation March 18 suspending provisions of the Texas Election Code to allow political subdivisions to postpone their 2020 local elections as the state and many communities focus on the COVID-19 public health emergency.
Mayor David Cook told the City Council that Texas municipal officials are in discussions with Gov. Abbott to allow for a July election if circumstances permit. A July election, he said, would allow local voters to focus their attention on their city’s election and not in November during the national Presidential election.
By Tessa Weinberg
March 18, 2020 11:25 AM
Gov. Greg Abbott allows local officials to postpone May 2 elections due to COVID-19
If local officials do choose to move municipal elections, the Secretary of State’s guidelines suggest that current elected officials whose seats were up on the May ballot will continue to hold office until after the postponed November election.
For example, the city of Mansfield is currently set to hold a May 2 special election to elect a new mayor due to Mansfield Mayor David Cook announcing his candidacy to represent District 96 in the Texas House.
By Amanda Rogers, Focus Daily News
February 10, 2020 08:00 AM
Two community leaders have plans to run for mayor
Michael Evans has also announced that he intends to seek the mayor’s seat. Evans has also served on Mansfield ISD School Board and several community boards. There are three other candidates seeking the mayors seat. George Fassett, Terry Moore, and Brent Newsom.
Filing for the May 2 general election is Jan. 15 through Feb. 14. Candidates cannot file for the mayor’s seat until the council calls the special election.
By Amanda Rogers, Focus Daily News
January 10, 2020 08:00 AM
City could have four elections in 40 days
City could have four elections in 40 days “If we have multiple (candidates), then we could have a run-off,” Taylor said. (Including the general election and a possible run-off from those races), we could have four elections in 40 days.” And then there’s the cost of calling a special election, which could ring in at $40,000, and that’s without a run-off.
By Anna M. Tinsley
December 10, 2019 03:58 PM
Texas House member drops out of race after challenger files for Republican party
One day after Mansfield Mayor David Cook filed to challenge him in the Republican primary to represent House District 96, state Rep. Bill Zedler withdrew his bid to seek re-election. Zedler, 76, said Tuesday that he has been having health issues and talked to his wife about retiring from the Texas Legislature.
By City of Mansfield, Chamber of Commerce
December 16, 2019 08:47 AM
Dr. Michael A. Evans, Sr. announces his plan to run for mayor of Mansfield
"It is my ongoing prayer and civic responsibility as a resident of Mansfield, that we continue moving in a positive direction in this region," said Evans. "Many of our residents throughout the city, including first responders and teachers, have helped make Mansfield a top rated city. It is my mission to keep moving forward on a positive trajectory, so that we all can continue enjoying the amenities and quality of life Mansfield has to offer."
By City of Mansfield, Texas Municipal Government
December 9, 2019 06:35 PM
Mayor has filed to run for Texas House District 96
Mayor David L. Cook announced Monday evening he has filed to run for the Texas House of Representatives District 96, which according to Texas law triggers an automatic resignation as mayor. However Mayor Cook also announced he would continue to serve his duties as mayor until such time as his successor is sworn in.