Marshall, TX – District 7 Councilman Micah M. Fenton is racing against time to secure another term in the May 2, 2026 election, promising to tackle critical infrastructure problems including the long-overdue water treatment facility upgrade and rejuvenate community life for families across Marshall, Texas.
In a bold push for re-election, Fenton highlighted the urgent need to address the city’s aging and costly-to-fix infrastructure that has been “kicked down the road” for years. He confirmed that the water treatment facility is “behind the eight-ball” and in desperate need of maintenance to ensure residents have fresh, clean water for daily use.
Micah M. Fenton: “It’s not just spending money for the sake of it — it’s about improving the quality of life and making sure people have clean water to drink and use every day.”
Fenton openly acknowledged that funding these vital projects may require tough choices like tax increases or bonds, but emphasized the community-wide benefits outweigh the costs.
“These improvements are often unpopular because of their price tag,” Fenton said, “but it’s for the betterment of everyone in Marshall.”
The incumbent councilman leveraged his deep local roots, being a lifelong Marshall resident, husband, and father of three, to underscore his passion for family-centered initiatives. He recalled helping launch the Northeast Texas Soccer Association right from his kitchen table and revitalizing local youth baseball through partnerships like the Red Dirt Baseball contract at Airport Park.
One of Fenton’s proudest achievements has been spearheading the $5 million investment to install turf fields at Airport Park, transforming it into a bustling hub for youth sports and weekend tournaments that attract families — and their business — into Marshall rather than sending them to nearby cities like Shreveport or Tyler.
“Our ball fields are constantly busy,” he said. “Kids and families everywhere — that’s wholesome stuff for Marshall’s future.”
Fenton also pointed out signs of progress at the Marshall City Arena, where new horse stalls accommodate barrel racing and livestock shows that bring youth from multiple counties.
“Watching our FFA students showcase their livestock here is a testament to the kind of community focus we need to keep,” he said.
Despite his roots in the fast-paced oil and gas industry, Fenton admitted learning patience has been one of the biggest challenges adapting to city government, where projects take time and multiple steps before completion.
Looking forward, Fenton stressed his goal is to finish what he’s started in his 6 years on the council — especially with infrastructure, ball field upgrades, and expanding quality-of-life programs that serve families. He believes another four-year term will allow him to “button up” loose ends and move Marshall closer to the rejuvenated city he envisions.
Fenton’s main opponent, LaQuinthia Wilbert, is also on the ballot for district 7, but it’s clear Fenton’s focus on fundamental city needs and family-friendly projects aims to tip voters’ scales before polls close tomorrow.
As election day nears, residents face choices about whether Marshall’s infrastructure and community programs will continue improving or stall amid costly repairs and untapped potential. Fenton is betting his proven track record and personal investment in the community will deliver decisive votes.
Marshall voters will cast ballots on May 2, deciding the future direction of district 7 city leadership and its critical projects that affect thousands of residents daily.
