As of Wednesday, Aug. 27, the Burnet County judge’s race seems to have two potential candidates, both powerful players in county government.
Burnet County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Alan Trevino and currently appointed county Judge Bryan Wilson have each officially filed for campaign treasurers for next March’s Republican primary. While the actual filing window for the judge’s seat is Nov. 8 through Dec. 8, the campaign treasurer submissions signify a strong intention to run by both men.
The winner of the GOP primary will almost certainly take the seat as there is rarely a Democratic challenger in November’s general election.
Wilson hand-delivered his campaign treasurer filing at 11:41 a.m. Wednesday, taking the first recorded step toward a potential run for office. Since being appo