Bennett and Nugent Lead Lake Travis ISD Board Race with Over 54% Each in Unofficial Returns

Context Lake Travis ISD trustees are elected at‑large, meaning all registered voters in the district can vote for each place. Winners serve three‑year terms once elected. The race featured two newcomers challenging incumbents who were first elected in 2023.

Key Facts According to unofficial Travis County results released at 9:15 p.m. with all precincts reporting, Tiffany Bennett received 3,423 votes, or 53.89%, while Robert Aird got 2,929 votes, or 46.11%. Natalie Nugent received 3,479 votes, or 54.76%, against Keely Cano’s 2,874 votes, or 45.24%. Early voting showed Bennett leading Aird with 2,635 votes (57.28%) to 1,965 votes (42.72%). Nugent led Cano with 2,681 votes (58.31%) to 1,917 votes (41.69%).

What It Means The strong early‑voting performance suggests voters favored the newcomers’ platforms on budget management, teacher retention, and student safety. If the holds hold after canvassing, Bennett and Nugent will join the board and could shift priorities toward fiscal oversight and anti‑bullying initiatives.

What to watch next Officials will canvass the votes, after which results become official. Watch for any post‑election challenges, the board’s swearing‑in ceremony, and how the new members influence the upcoming budget cycle.