The Houston Mayoral Election of 1989 took place on November 7, 1989. Incumbent Mayor Kathy Whitmire was re-elected to a fifth term. It was the last election of someone over three terms. (Before the Term Limits). Candidates Incumbent Mayor Kathy Whitmire Former Mayor Fred Hofheinz Ted Walker Rosie Walker Shelby Oringderff Results 1989 in Houston 1989 Texas elections Houston 1989 Non-partisan elections