Jessica Walden
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 23
- Total speaking time
- 2:38:10
- Avg per meeting
- 6:53
- Segments
- 3244
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Top issues during term (19)
Multifamily Housing Policy
Successful renegotiations could shift future tax yields toward higher-value commercial assets.
Historic Preservation Ordinance
Potential administrative costs for historic commission oversight and possible grants.
White Street Cleanup Initiative
Supported through community services operational resources and volunteer participation.
Proposed FY2027 Budget and Tax Rate
The proposed tax rate would result in an estimated annual property tax bill of $1,789.55 for a median-valued homestead.
Data Centers Work Session
Unknown at this stage, but major data center investments could significantly impact local utility capacity and tax revenues.
Acquisition and Contract Assignment for 602 South Riggins Street
Financial terms were discussed in executive session prior to formal board approval.
Highway 75 Corridor Signage and Curb Appeal
Signage upgrades involve private capital investment from commercial property owners.
Urban Forest Master Plan
Potential modest costs for arborist consultations and future grant applications.
E. White Street Commercial Rezoning
Modest increase in local commercial property tax revenue.
Monument Sign Requirements
Minor administrative impacts on sign permitting.
Finley Park Construction and Capital Improvement Projects
Funded through existing capital improvement project budgets.
Oak Ridge Development Agreement Zoning
Major long-term expansion of the city's tax base and infrastructure obligations.
Sherley Farms Planned Development Zoning Amendment
Long-term property tax growth from future development.
Slater Creek Middle School Campus and Stadium Rezoning
Facility upgrades funded by the school district to accommodate regional population growth.
Keep Anna Beautiful Program Enhancements
Enhancements will utilize existing staff resources and potential grant or partnership opportunities.
Youth Safety Ordinance
The center is seeking ongoing funding and donations of goods for their emergency resource center.
May 2026 General Election
The city will incur costs associated with conducting the election and contracting with the county.
urban growth
Expect your property taxes or utility fees to shift as the city scrambles to fund new roads and schools to keep up with the population surge.
urban growth and infrastructure
You'll likely see higher taxes or impact fees to pay for the massive upgrades our roads and schools desperately need.
Decisions during term (385)
Recorded while Walden was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Minutes of the September 9, 2026 Meeting
Recommendation to Rezone 219 E. White Street to C-1 Local Commercial
Recommendation to Rezone 30 Acres at Slater Creek Middle School to SF-7.2
Consent Agenda - August 6, 2026 Joint Meeting Minutes
Assignment of Contract and Purchase of 602 South Riggins Street
Consent Agenda.
Adjourn.
Data Centers Work Session Guidance
Urban Forest Master Plan Guidance
Monument Sign Requirements Guidance
Consent Items 6.a through 6.f
Sherley Farms Planned Development Zoning Amendment (Ord. No. 1137-2025-02)
Oak Ridge Zoning Ordinance (808+ Acres)
Historic Preservation Ordinance (Article 9.06)
Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Zoning Ordinance Amendment (Article 9.04)
Subdivision Regulations Amendment (Article 9.02)
Design Standards Manual Amendment (Article 9.03)
Impact Fees Amendment (Article 9.08)
Public Right-of-Way Management Ordinance (Article 10.03)
Voting record (15)
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