How Long Can You Be Mayor of Houston? Not Long Enough to Eat All the Barbecue, But Long Enough to Make a Mark
So, you've got your ten-gallon hat and boots on, ready to wrangle the wonderful metropolis of Houston. But before you start planning that victory parade (with a J.R. Ewing-sized oil well float, of course), you might be wondering: just how long can you hold the mayoral reins?
Buckle Up, Buttercup: It's a Four-Year Term
Unlike a Texas two-step, which can feel like it goes on forever, a Houston mayor's term is a solid four years. That gives you enough time to tackle the big issues, from traffic woes that make rush hour feel like a rodeo to ensuring there's always a kolache waiting for every citizen (because let's be honest, Houston's gotta have its pastries).
Two Terms, That's the Limit, Folks (Unless You're a Kolache Smuggler)
Now, hold your horses (or should we say, longhorns?). You can't become the city's own King (or Queen) Joffrey and just stay in office forever. There's a term limit, folks, and it's two terms. That means eight years at the most, which might feel short after you get a taste of that sweet, sweet mayoral power (and the chance to ride in a chauffeured Astrodome-shaped limo...maybe).
However, there is a loophole (because Texas loves its loopholes almost as much as it loves Whataburger). If you take a four-year break after your two terms, you can actually run for mayor again. Just remember, the voters have a long memory, so you better make sure your kolache distribution network is on point during your hiatus.
So, How Long Can You Be Mayor? It Depends on How Much Kolache You Share
The real answer? It depends on the people of Houston. If you do a bang-up job, they might just keep voting you in (and showering you with kolaches). But if you spend all your time trying to rename everything after Beyoncé (tempting, we know), then two terms might be all you get.
So, there you have it, future Houston mayors! The path to mayoral glory is paved with good deeds, strong leadership, and, of course, a healthy appreciation for kolaches. Now, get out there and make Houston even more awesome (and delicious)!
