Local Candidates Forum: Hays County Judge

The San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce and Four Rivers Association of Realtors hosted a Local Candidates Forum on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026, at the San Marcos Activity Center. The free public forum gave community members an opportunity to hear directly from candidates and learn more about their positions on local issues. This video features the candidates running for Hays County Judge as they respond to questions during the forum. Michelle Gutierrez Cohen (D), for Hays County Judge Geoffrey Tahuahua (R), for Hays County Judge Liz Sumter Gajdos (I), for Hays County Judge