Brian Cantrell, with over 25 years serving Waller County as a public servant, officially announced his candidacy for Waller County Commissioner Precinct 4 on Facebook on December 13. He will face Dan Smith, a member of the City of Katy City Council, in the next election. The Republican primary election is scheduled for March 2026, with the general election in November 2026.

“My career has been built on integrity, leadership, and a deep commitment to protecting our community,” Cantrell said in the post. “I’ve served in multiple roles within the Waller County Sheriff’s Office, including Chief Deputy, and I currently serve as Chief of the Fire Marshal’s Office and lead Emergency Management and Homeland Security. In these roles, I helped create Waller County’s first Fire Marshal’s Office, built a new law enforcement entity through the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, secured millions in grant funding, stayed under budget, and coordinated emergency response and recovery efforts that brought in millions of dollars in public assistance across five federally declared disasters.”

“I have managed one of the largest departments in Waller County, developed department goals and policies, strengthened accountability, and worked directly with county leadership, local officials, school leaders, community organizations, and first responders to deliver results,” Cantrell said. I understand how county government works, and I’m ready to serve on day one, focused on making it work better for the people who call Precinct 4 home. As our county grows, that growth must be managed responsibly, with community involved planning, strong infrastructure, and a commitment to public safety while protecting our rural character.”