FATE, TX (March 12, 2026) — Melinda McCarthy is stepping up to run for Fate City Council, Place 3, bringing a commitment to family values, fiscal responsibility, and responsible growth to one of the fastest-growing cities in the region.
Fate is at an inflection point in its history. The decisions made in the coming years will determine whether the city strengthens its infrastructure, addresses traffic challenges, and manages development wisely — or allows growth to outpace planning. McCarthy believes now is the time to get it right.
“Fate is growing rapidly, and with that growth comes responsibility,” McCarthy said. “We must ensure our roads, infrastructure, and services keep pace, while protecting the quality of life that brought so many families here.”
McCarthy and her family moved to Fate in 2022 seeking the Texas quality of life and freedoms that had gradually eroded in the blue state they left behind. She previously served for 11 years as an elementary school teacher with a special education focus before dedicating the past decade to homeschooling her three children.
“I’ve seen how small tax increases — just one percent here and there — can slowly make a community unaffordable for young families,” she said. “As our city grows, we must be disciplined stewards of taxpayer dollars and continue expanding our commercial tax base so homeowners are not carrying the full burden.”
McCarthy has long been engaged in civic life. She currently serves as Republican Precinct Chair for Precinct 4D, has served on the event committee for the 2026 Lincoln-Reagan Day, and participates in the Rockwall Young Republicans to help encourage and mentor the next generation of leaders.
Civic participation has been a part of her life since high school, when she first volunteered in campaigns. She has consistently voted in primaries, runoffs, and municipal elections and believes strong communities depend on engaged citizens.
“I love raising my children in a town that feels patriotic, safe, and community-centered,” McCarthy said. “I want to work collaboratively with city leadership and staff to ensure Fate continues to grow responsibly while remaining affordable and family-friendly.”
If elected, McCarthy will focus on infrastructure improvements, traffic management, responsible development, fiscal discipline, and maintaining the strong sense of community that defines Fate. The campaign website is www.melindaforfate.com
The municipal election will be held on May 2, with early voting starting April 20.
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