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Arlington
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Jim Ross

Mayor2026-2029

About

The provided articles primarily focus on the election race for Arlington mayor, highlighting incumbent Jim Ross and his challengers. A key point of contention mentioned is the recent property tax rate increase, indicating it's a significant issue in the campaign. The articles do not provide a comprehensive overview of Jim Ross's broader platform or specific campaign promises beyond this point of difference.

Campaign promises (1)

  • taxes
    Jim Ross and challenger Steve Cavender differ over the recent property tax rate increase.
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At a glance

News mentions
10

Term ending Dec 31, 2029.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
36
Total speaking time
7:27:34
Avg per meeting
12:26
Segments
8966

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Top issues during term (20)

critical↓Jan 2026[37]

Withdrawn Zoning Case PD26-4

None at this time due to withdrawal.

high↑Oct 2026[25]

Multifamily Redevelopment Density at 1630 South Pecan Street

Private investment in housing infrastructure with potential impacts on municipal stormwater management.

high↓Mar 2026[20]

Shops at Viridian Development

The project is expected to bring high-end retail to the area, potentially increasing local property values.

high↓Jan 2026[17]

Sidewalk and Infrastructure Maintenance

The developer is responsible for road improvements to the midpoint of the property.

critical↓Apr 2026[16]

Police Department Performance

The city currently maintains contracts for these services, though specific costs were not detailed in this discussion.

high→Feb 2026[13]

Economic Development and Business Support

The LIFT fund has approved over $500,000 in loans, creating 36 jobs, indicating direct financial impact through investment and job creation.

high→Jan 2026[13]

city service updates

There are adjustments to library fees, which could impact the cost of services for patrons.

high↑Sep 2026[10]

Adoption of Formal Cost Recovery Policy

Guides future fee adjustments across city departments to align cost recovery with service benefits.

medium↑Sep 2026[10]

Garage Conversion and Medical Hardship at Tempest Drive

Brings the property into compliance with city building codes through retroactive permits and inspections.

high↑Sep 2026[10]

Infill Townhome Density and Safety Concerns

Adds new housing stock on an infill lot but raises infrastructure and density concerns.

medium↑Sep 2026[10]

Federal Opportunity Zones Redevelopment Potential

Attracts private capital investments into designated local census tracts without drawing from the city's general fund.

high↑Jan 2026[10]

Polling Place Reductions and Voter Access

None directly specified, though free transit via Via rideshare is noted during early voting.

high↑Sep 2026[10]

Downtown Banquet Hall Expansion

Generates private investment in the downtown core and utilizes existing municipal parking infrastructure.

high↑Sep 2026[10]

Downtown Arts Anchor and Business Competition

$1 million total in design and reimbursement grants provided to SiNaCa Studios.

high↑Feb 2026[9]

University-City Partnership

UTA is investing $350 million in campus infrastructure, which supports the local economy.

critical↑Apr 2026[9]

FIFA World Cup transportation plan

The city expects full reimbursement for all World Cup-related public safety and traffic management expenses.

medium↓Apr 2026[7]

emergency preparedness

Zero cost here—just a heads-up to help everyone stay safe.

medium↓Apr 2026[7]

Orion Park Replat Approval

Platting fees and future tax base growth are associated with these developments.

high↓May 2026[7]

Annual Contracts and Renewals

Millions of dollars allocated across multiple contracts for essential services.

high↓Mar 2026[6]

Short-Term Rental Regulation

May influence development costs and property values depending on the nature of the code changes.

Decisions during term (670)

Recorded while Ross was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approved8-0Oct 7, 2026

Approval of September 16, 2026 Regular Session Minutes

approved8-0Oct 7, 2026

Consent Plat Approval: Division Substation Addition

tabled8-0Oct 7, 2026

Continuation of PD26-09 (2245 Carter Drive)

tabled8-0Oct 7, 2026

Continuation of PD26-19 (1801 East Arkansas Lane)

approved5-2Oct 7, 2026

Recommendation of Approval for PD26-07 (1630 South Pecan Street)

approvedSep 29, 2026

Appointments to Boards and Commissions

approvedSep 29, 2026

September 8 and September 15 Meeting Minutes

approvedSep 29, 2026

Consent Agenda (Except Item 7.19)

approvedSep 29, 2026

Tarrant County November 2026 Election Polling Places (Item 7.19)

approvedSep 29, 2026

Specific Use Permit SUP26-02 (2401 Havenwood Drive)

approvedSep 29, 2026

Zoning Case PD26-08 (7204 Mitchell Parkway)

approved7-2Sep 29, 2026

SiNaCa Studios Master Agreement and Lease (Item 11.1)

approvedSep 29, 2026

Renewal of Annual Requirements Contract for the Purchase and Delivery of Calcium Hypochlorite Tablets and Sodium Bisulfate Tablets, Project 25-0366

approvedSep 29, 2026

Annual Requirements Contract for Masonry Installation, Repair, and Restoration Services for the Parks, Recreation, & Culture Department, Project 26-0266

approvedSep 29, 2026

Annual Requirements Contract for the Rental of Traffic Barricades, Project 27-0031

approvedSep 29, 2026

Annual Contract for VMware Cloud Foundation Software Licensing and Support Services, Project 27-0039

approvedSep 29, 2026

Annual Insurance Program Policy Renewals and New Policies for FY2027

approvedSep 29, 2026

Renewal and Modification of the Two-Year Requirements Contract for Security Guard Services, Project 22-0143

approvedSep 29, 2026

Three-Year Contract for the Support and Maintenance of the City Website, Project 27-0025

approvedSep 29, 2026

Architectural Services Contract for Improvements at Five Library Branches, Project AM 26-18 and CMLI26001

Voting record (71)

69 yes2 no

Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.

Voted yesSep 15, 2026

approve final reading of an ordinance levying ad valorem taxes to support the FY2027 operating budget.

Voted yesSep 15, 2026

Levying Taxes for Fiscal Year 2027

Voted yesSep 15, 2026

approve final reading of an ordinance levying ad valorem taxes to support the FY2027 operating budget.

Voted yesSep 8, 2026

Councilmember M. Galante made a motion to approve a resolution authorizing the approval of Development Plan PD07-5R4-DP19 for ’Shops at Viridian’, a retail development located within the “Viridian PD”

Voted yesSep 8, 2026

Councilmember B. Hogg made a motion to approve first reading of an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 91-37, which approved Zoning Case PD91-09 and changed the zoning classification on property known as

Voted yesSep 8, 2026

Councilmember M. Galante made a motion to approve first reading of an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Arlington, Texas, accepting and approving an Updated Service and Assessment Plan for

Voted yesSep 8, 2026

Councilmember B. Hogg made a motion to approve first reading of a substitute ordinance levying ad valorem taxes for the City of Arlington, Texas, for Fiscal Year 2027, beginning October 1, 2026, and e

Voted yesSep 8, 2026

Development Plan PD07-5R4-DP19 (Shops at Viridian)

Voted yesSep 8, 2026

Updated Lamar Boulevard Public Improvement District Service and Assessment Plan and Roll

Voted yesSep 8, 2026

Levying Taxes for Fiscal Year 2027

Voted yesAug 25, 2026

Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Voted yesAug 25, 2026

Consideration of Minutes

Voted yesAug 25, 2026

Consent Agenda

Voted yesAug 25, 2026

Amendments to the Election Chapter

Voted yesAug 25, 2026

Amendments to the Health and Sanitation Chapter

Voted yesAug 11, 2026

to approve a resolution proposing consideration of a property tax rate for the City of Arlington, Texas, for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026, and ending September 30, 2027.

Voted yesAug 11, 2026

Resolution on Proposed Property Tax Rate and Notice of Publication of Tax Year 2026 Property Tax Rates

Voted yesAug 4, 2026

Councilmember T. Ware made a motion to approve first reading of an ordinance changing the zoning classification on certain properties known as 1013 North Mesquite Street to Planned Development (PD) fo

Voted yesAug 4, 2026

Councilmember R. Gonzalez made a motion to approve first reading of an ordinance changing the zoning classification on certain properties known as 1605 Wilma Lane to Planned Development (PD) for Resid

Voted yesAug 4, 2026

Councilmember L. Pham made a motion to approve final reading of an an ordinance changing the zoning classification on certain properties known as 6710, 6706, 6704, 6700, and 6608 US 287 Highway to Pla

Voted yesJun 23, 2026

Councilmember T. Ware made a motion to approve a resolution authorizing the issuance of one gas well permit on property located at 4801 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive pursuant to the “Gas Drilling a

Voted yesJun 23, 2026

Councilmember M. Galante made a motion to approve a Reconsideration of Zoning Case PD26-03.

Voted yesJun 23, 2026

Councilmember M. Galante made a motion to approve a resolution authorizing the issuance of one gas well permit on property located at 4151 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive pursuant to the “Gas Drillin

Voted yesJun 23, 2026

Councilmember L. Pham made a motion to approve first reading of an ordinance changing the zoning classification on certain properties known as 6710, 6706, 6704, 6700, and 6608 US 287 Highway to Planne

Voted yesJun 9, 2026

Zoning Case PD26-03 (Campbell Place)

Voted yesJun 9, 2026

Specific Use Permit SUP08-15R1 (Stoner Drill Site)

Voted yesJun 9, 2026

Specific Use Permit SUP07-17R1 (Landing Drill Site)

Voted yesJun 9, 2026

Zoning Case PD25-22 (1120 Debbie Lane and 8380 Glenn Day Drive)

Voted yesJun 9, 2026

Councilmember B. Odom-Wesley made a motion to approve first reading of an ordinance changing the zoning classification on certain properties known as 6710, 6706, 6704, 6700, and 6608 US 287 Highway to

Voted yesJun 9, 2026

Councilmember L. Pham made a motion to approve first reading of an ordinance designating a drilling zone on certain property known as 4801 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and use of an existing tempo

Voted yesJun 9, 2026

Councilmember B. Hogg made a motion to approve first reading of an ordinance designating a drilling zone on certain property known as 4151 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive by adopting an amended Speci

Voted yesJun 9, 2026

Councilmember B. Hogg made a motion to approve final reading of an ordinance changing the zoning classification on certain property known as 1120 Debbie Lane and 8380 Glenn Day Drive to Planned Develo

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Councilmember B. Odom-Wesley made a motion to approve final reading of an ordinance amending the allowed uses in the commercial tracts and approve the Development Plan for the commercial tracts on cer

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Zoning Case PD21-28R1 (Harmony Court - 800 Debbie Lane)

Voted yesMay 12, 2026

Canvassing General Election Results of May 2, 2026

Voted yesMay 12, 2026

Canvassing Special Election Results of May 2, 2026

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

approve first reading of an ordinance changing the zoning classification on certain property known as 1120 Debbie Lane and 8380 Glenn Day Drive to Planned Development (PD) for Residential Medium-Densi

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

approve first reading of an ordinance amending the allowed uses in the commercial tracts and approve the Development Plan for the commercial tracts on certain property known as 800 Debbie Lane zoned P

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Zoning Case PD21-28R1 (Harmony Court - 800 Debbie Lane)

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Zoning Case PD25-22 (1120 Debbie Lane and 8380 Glenn Day Drive)

Voted yesApr 21, 2026

Councilmember R. Gonzalez made a motion to approve a resolution authorizing the issuance of one gas well permit on property located at 8380 Glenn Day Drive pursuant to the "Gas Drilling and Production

Voted yesApr 21, 2026

Councilmember M. Galante made a motion to approve final reading of an ordinance designating a drilling zone on certain property known as 8380 Glenn Day Drive by adopting an amended Specific Use Permit

Voted yesApr 21, 2026

Councilmember M. Galante made a motion to approve a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Master Agreement Regarding Cowboys Stadium Extension between Cowboys Stadium L.P., Dallas Cowbo

Voted yesApr 21, 2026

Specific Use Permit SUP08-2R1 (8380 Glenn Day Drive)

Voted yesApr 21, 2026

Dallas Cowboys Lease Extension

Voted yesApr 21, 2026

Gas Well Permit GWP26-001 (Day 2H)

Voted yesApr 7, 2026

Councilmember B. Hogg made a motion to approve first reading of an ordinance designating a drilling zone on certain property known as 8380 Glenn Day Drive by adopting an amended Specific Use Permit fo

Voted yesApr 7, 2026

Councilmember R. Boxall made a motion to approve first reading of an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 21-003, which approved Zoning Case PD20-22 and changed the zoning classification on property known

Voted yesApr 7, 2026

Zoning Case PD20-22R1 (109 West Rogers Street)

Voted yesApr 7, 2026

Specific Use Permit SUP08-2R1 (8380 Glenn Day Drive)

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