Sheraz Siddiqui
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Sheraz Siddiqui ran in a special election to the Houston City Council to represent At-large Position 4 in Texas. He lost in the special general election on November 4, 2025.
Siddiqui completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Sheraz Siddiqui earned a high school diploma from Robert E. Lee High School. He earned an associate degree from Houston Community College and a bachelor's degree from the University of Houston, Downtown. His career experience includes working as a community activist and in business management.[1]
Elections
2025
See also: City elections in Houston, Texas (2025)
General runoff election
Special general runoff election for Houston City Council At-large Position 4
Dwight Boykins and Alejandra Salinas are running in the special general runoff election for Houston City Council At-large Position 4 on December 13, 2025.
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 | Dwight Boykins (Nonpartisan) | |
 | Alejandra Salinas (Nonpartisan) | |
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General election
Special general election for Houston City Council At-large Position 4
The following candidates ran in the special general election for Houston City Council At-large Position 4 on November 4, 2025.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Alejandra Salinas (Nonpartisan) | 21.2 | 37,942 |
| ✔ | | Dwight Boykins (Nonpartisan) | 20.1 | 35,878 |
 | Jordan Thomas (Nonpartisan) | 16.0 | 28,610 | |
 | Sonia Rivera (Nonpartisan) | 10.6 | 18,987 | |
 | Angeanette Thibodeaux (Nonpartisan) | 6.6 | 11,719 | |
 | Martina Lemond Dixon (Nonpartisan) | 4.4 | 7,923 | |
 | Sheraz Siddiqui (Nonpartisan) | 3.7 | 6,664 | |
| Miguel Herrera (Nonpartisan) | 3.3 | 5,949 | ||
 | Kathy Lee Tatum (Nonpartisan) | 3.0 | 5,428 | |
| J. Brad Batteau (Nonpartisan) | 2.8 | 5,023 | ||
 | Cris Wright (Nonpartisan) | 2.2 | 3,927 | |
 | Ethan Hale (Nonpartisan) | 2.1 | 3,782 | |
 | Al Lloyd (Nonpartisan) | 1.9 | 3,484 | |
 | Adrian Rogers (Nonpartisan) | 1.9 | 3,471 | |
| Kristal Mtaza-Lyons (Nonpartisan) (Write-in) | 0.0 | 61 | ||
| Total votes: 178,848 | |||
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Campaign themes
2025
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Sheraz Mohammad Siddiqui is a well-known community leader, organizer, and a recognized activist. Sheraz was not born with silver spoon and grew through the communities and understood the concerns and challenges that communities faces, at a very early age. Sheraz graduated from a high school where 60 different ethnicities attended and spoke 90 plus languages. He has a bachelor’s degree in business management and had been a small business owner. Sheraz has received numerous Congressional recognitions for his service to the communities over the years. Sheraz was also recognized by the Mayor of Houston for his endeavors for better, safer Houston and continuous volunteerism. Sheraz has been a part of many non-profits and served on several committees. Most importantly, served the community to improve Burnett Bayland Park in Houston, which is now becoming one of the biggest park improvement project and he played a vital role in Houston communities’ wellbeing, recreation and sports. Sheraz Siddiqui was recognized internationally for his efforts to uplift communities in Houston and advocating for trade and investment. He volunteered through hurricane Katrina. Rita, Ike and formed a volunteer team to help clean up and support communities for which he was recognized by then, mayoral candidate and at large council member, Peter Brown. Sheraz Siddiqui is a recipient of the Presidential Volunteer Service Award.
- 1. Public safety – Sheraz was not born with silver spoon and he grew up through the communities and understand how important the public safety is. Sheraz understands that safety is a concern of every Houstonian. If our neighborhood can’t be safe we can’t thrive as a city. Sheraz will support our law enforcements and the policies that will make our city safe.
- 2. Infrastructure/Flood mitigation Sheraz Siddiqui understands that Houston is a growing city and does need a investment in proper infrastructure that will have long term impact. Flood mitigation and a proper drainage maintenance is necessary to combat flood issues.
- 3. Supporting small businesses Sheraz Siddiqui understands that small businesses are backbone of a Houston economy. To support economy we must support the policies that helps the small. Businesses to grow. Being an international city we must keep Houston supportive towards investments and trade missions to bring more jobs to our great city.
Personally, I am passionate about public safety. Crime in Houston is rising, which is not only a concern for locals but for tourists and investors also. A city cannot thrive because of safety issue.
Houston City Council at large is very important because it will serve the whole city. At large, an elected official represents more of a general concern that the city has, so as a governing body at large, council members have a better understanding of the whole city and vote accordingly for the interests of the city and community at large. This position Is unique as it is almost like a mini-mayor as he represents the whole city.
I look up to my father he left me with nothing but good morals and values like integrity and honesty. He told me that character is everything. His attributes shaped me who I am today.
Integrity – an elected official must present good conduct, high integrity and commitment to follow the principles with honesty and dignity.
Accountability and transparency – an elected official has to ensure transparency and accountability how taxpayer’s money is allocated and how it is benefitting our city.
Responsibility – elected official must act responsibly and make decisions thinking of public interest.
Monitoring the administration, city spending. Voting on the policies that are beneficial for city and community. Meeting with constituents and local business, understanding the concerns and addressing them.
I would like to leave a legacy of serving people selflessly without undermining any neighborhood and ethnicity and taking our community and city forward. Equity center development, they can ensure that developments do not displace communities. Leaving the policies of having better constituents and city engagement. Fixing the infrastructure and drainage for the areas that repeatedly get hurt by floods.
My first major historical event was when my father was diagnosed with severe heart blockage that needed immediate bypass surgery. I had to take up a job to support the family and balance between school, job and family, so the management and balancing started early.
My very first was cutomer service officer which I did during my high school tine for two years.
My favorite is the "Power of Why" by Simon Sinek. The book ignites curiosity and why enables the leaders to tap into the emotional center of the brain which is responsible for decision and behavior.
I have seen many hurricanes in Houston looking over which makes me wish if I could be a Batman as he is brave, intelligent, compassionate, and responsible. These characteristics are needed in a leader when faced with tough times.
I don’t think anything was a struggle in my life. If there was any struggle, I took it up as a challenge and overcame. Most of them were learning lesson that made me a a better person.
This position of City Council member at large is different as it represents the whole city and is more focused on general city resident’s concerns. It comes with an extra responsibility as it is not a district council member whose primary focus is the representation of his district, which is a part of the city of Houston. As an at-large Council member, you engage with all districts and residents. I believe that more people should be aware of the at-large Council members and district council members.
I don’t believe it is beneficial for the holder of this office to have previous experience as a City Councilor at large. The position is more about engaging with people and staying updated about the current issues and supporting the policy to resolve them. This position is more about integrity, transparency, accountability and bringing new strategies to get ahead as a city.
Management expertise to go with a business management degree and an understanding of how to spend taxpayers' money efficiently and be able to provide services to our constituents. Community leadership, engagement and advocacy will also be helpful in this position. Expertise in decision-making can also be beneficial to make the right decisions that will benefit a balanced budget for cities without undermining services to our community.
Houston City Council at large is very important because it will serve the whole city. At large, an elected official represents more of a general concern that the city has, so as a governing body, at large, council members have a better understanding of the whole city and vote accordingly for the interests of the city and community at large. This position Is unique as it is almost like a mini-mayor as he represents the whole city.
I have heard many stories from different voters that are touching. One of the stories that touched my heart was a senior citizen whose air conditioner was not working, and she had no resources in 110 degrees. When she shared that story about when the community got together and helped her to get the new air conditioner. This is the beauty of Houston and whenever someone needs help, we get together and help each other.
I have a lot of accomplishments. One of those is starting a small business at an early age. Besides that I have numerous awards and recognitions and Congressional recognition as well. The most prestigious accomplishment I am proud of is the Presidential Volunteer Service Award, which was awarded to me because I have given 4000+ hours of my time serving Houston.
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See also
2025 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on October 3, 2025
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