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Election Integrity
Secure. Accurate. Transparent.
Polk County is home.
Trusted Records.
Stronger Service.
A Brighter Tomorrow.
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Experienced. Prepared. Ready to lead on day one.
Vote Margie West ›Faith · Family · Teamwork · Experience
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Cross-Trained Office
A stronger, more efficient Clerk's Office.
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Customer Service
Helpful. Respectful. Here for you.
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Transparency
Open government. Greater trust.
Meet the candidate
About Margie
Margie West is a small-business owner, experienced bookkeeper, and proud Polk County resident since 1994. She and her husband, Randy, built their life here, raised their two children here, and now enjoy watching their nine grandchildren grow.
Margie currently works in the Polk County Clerk's Office as a deputy clerk, bookkeeper, and election assistant. She handles daily, monthly, and quarterly reports, works with the Treasurer and Auditor, supports elections, and understands the duties and challenges of the office from the inside.
Before entering county service, Margie spent 16 years as bookkeeper and office manager for Joe Clifton Trucking. She earned an Associate Degree in Accounting and later completed her Bachelor's Degree in Business Management while working full time and helping care for two grandchildren.
As the owner of Meme's Creativity, Margie learned that every customer matters, every detail counts, and your reputation is built through the quality of your work.
Learn More About Margie ›People · Records · Elections · Community
The County Clerk's Office
The office safeguards public records, supports the courts, issues important documents, and administers elections. These responsibilities require accuracy, security, service, and leadership that shows up.
Records & Documents
Recording and preserving official public records while improving responsible public access.
Vital Records
Serving citizens who need birth and death certificates, marriage licenses, and other essential documents.
Courts
Supporting misdemeanor, probate, civil, and Commissioners Court records with care and accuracy.
Elections
Preparing secure, transparent elections and supporting trained workers at voting locations.
A stronger office
Margie's Priorities
Leadership That Is Present
Accessible, engaged leadership with open communication, clear expectations, and accountability.
A Cross-Trained Team
Develop employee knowledge across the office so citizens receive consistent service and work continues smoothly.
Create a Continuation Plan
Establish clear backup procedures for severe weather, power or internet outages, equipment failures, and other disruptions so essential Clerk's Office and election services can continue.
Planning for Growth
Prepare for future space, storage, security, staffing, training, and election needs as Polk County grows.
Local elections matter
Make a plan to vote
Oct. 5Registration deadline
Last day to register to vote.
Oct. 19Early voting begins
First day to vote early in person.
Oct. 23ABBM deadline
Ballot-by-mail application must be received.
Oct. 30Early voting ends
Last day to vote early in person.
Nov. 3Election Day
Polls are open 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Check your registration and official voting information at VoteTexas.gov →
Showing up across Polk County
Out in the Community
See photos and highlights from Margie’s visits and community events.
View Community Events ›People today. A stronger tomorrow.
Help Margie reach voters across Polk County
Share the campaign, invite Margie to visit your community group, display a yard sign, and—most importantly—make your voice heard in the November General Election.
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