A Voice for the Community
About Shawna Talton
Shawna Talton is a dedicated community leader, mother, and professional running for Friendswood City Council. With a focus on fiscal responsibility, transparent leadership, and community safety, Shawna is committed to ensuring that every neighborhood in Friendswood is heard and valued. Her vision is built on the belief that a stronger community begins with showing up, listening to residents, and making thoughtful decisions that benefit all who call Friendswood home. Her roots in Friendswood run deep, and she is profoundly devoted to preserving the community she loves for today’s neighbors and future generations alike. For Shawna, ensuring our city remains a wonderful place to live is a lifelong calling and a labor of love.
What will your biggest priority be if elected?
My biggest priority will be making sure every part of our community feels heard, valued, and represented. I believe that starts with showing up—listening to residents, understanding their concerns, and making sure their voices help guide the decisions that affect our community. When every neighborhood has a seat at the table, including those in Harris County, our entire community is stronger.
What changes, if any, would you like to see to the city's budget?
My priority would be ensuring the city’s budget reflects responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars. That means evaluating spending carefully, conserving resources where we can, and making sure every dollar is used wisely. With residents across many economic levels, thoughtful budgeting is important to keep Friendswood both a great place to live and an affordable one.
What infrastructure projects would you like to see prioritized in the next term?
Along with ongoing flood mitigation, I would prioritize street upgrades and new sidewalks. Many neighborhoods still have aging streets and limited pedestrian access, creating safety concerns for residents. Improving these areas will make our community safer, more accessible, and ensure our infrastructure serves the people who call Friendswood home.
What should Friendswood prioritize to promote economic development?
Friendswood should prioritize attracting quality businesses that align with our community’s character. Thoughtful development can create jobs, provide amenities, and ease the tax burden on homeowners, while ensuring growth is sustainable and benefits residents for the long term.
Would you support the city going for a bond in 2026 to address the city's future needs?
I would be open to considering a bond for future needs if it is transparent, clearly itemized, and responsibly planned. Residents should be able to see exactly what they are voting on and how it will benefit our community. Any proposal must be fiscally responsible, and the final decision should rest with the voters.
GO VOTE
May 2, 2026 General Election – City of Friendswood, Texas
The City of Friendswood has contracted with Galveston County to administer the May 2, 2026 General Election. Both Galveston County and Harris County Friendswood voters will share the same polling locations and schedules.
Early Voting by Personal Appearance
Early voting for all Friendswood voters will be held on Monday, April 20, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday, April 22 through Friday, April 24, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, April 25, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Sunday, April 26, 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.; and Monday, April 27 through Tuesday, April 28, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Please note that polling locations are subject to change up until Election Day.
Want to find the closest polling place to your location? Use the City’s GIS Voting Site Lookup Tool for the most up-to-date locations.
Pol. Adv. Paid for by SHAWNA TALTON FOR FRIENDSWOOD CITY COUNCIL POSITION 2.