Raul H. Gonzalez
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 31
- Total speaking time
- 1:57:32
- Avg per meeting
- 3:47
- Segments
- 3301
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Top issues during term (20)
Secondary Living Units and Aging in Place
The project is privately funded by the homeowners.
Withdrawn Zoning Case PD26-4
None at this time due to withdrawal.
Stormwater Management and Infrastructure Deficits
Addressing citywide creek erosion needs is estimated at $1.2 billion, which would require significant new revenue sources or taxes.
Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and Tax Rate
A small tax increase could cost the average homeowner about $1.29 per month.
Multifamily Redevelopment Density at 1630 South Pecan Street
Private investment in housing infrastructure with potential impacts on municipal stormwater management.
Shops at Viridian Development
The project is expected to bring high-end retail to the area, potentially increasing local property values.
Sidewalk and Infrastructure Maintenance
The developer is responsible for road improvements to the midpoint of the property.
Police Department Performance
The city currently maintains contracts for these services, though specific costs were not detailed in this discussion.
World Cup preparations
Generated record hotel room revenues and boosted monthly city sales tax collections by approximately 30%.
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.
city service updates
There are adjustments to library fees, which could impact the cost of services for patrons.
Elected Official Compensation
Any increase would require a charter amendment and voter approval, representing a new recurring cost for the city.
Adoption of Formal Cost Recovery Policy
Guides future fee adjustments across city departments to align cost recovery with service benefits.
Garage Conversion and Medical Hardship at Tempest Drive
Brings the property into compliance with city building codes through retroactive permits and inspections.
Infill Townhome Density and Safety Concerns
Adds new housing stock on an infill lot but raises infrastructure and density concerns.
Federal Opportunity Zones Redevelopment Potential
Attracts private capital investments into designated local census tracts without drawing from the city's general fund.
Polling Place Reductions and Voter Access
None directly specified, though free transit via Via rideshare is noted during early voting.
Downtown Banquet Hall Expansion
Generates private investment in the downtown core and utilizes existing municipal parking infrastructure.
Downtown Arts Anchor and Business Competition
$1 million total in design and reimbursement grants provided to SiNaCa Studios.
University-City Partnership
UTA is investing $350 million in campus infrastructure, which supports the local economy.
Decisions during term (670)
Recorded while Gonzalez was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of September 16, 2026 Regular Session Minutes
Consent Plat Approval: Division Substation Addition
Continuation of PD26-09 (2245 Carter Drive)
Continuation of PD26-19 (1801 East Arkansas Lane)
Recommendation of Approval for PD26-07 (1630 South Pecan Street)
Appointments to Boards and Commissions
September 8 and September 15 Meeting Minutes
Consent Agenda (Except Item 7.19)
Tarrant County November 2026 Election Polling Places (Item 7.19)
Specific Use Permit SUP26-02 (2401 Havenwood Drive)
Zoning Case PD26-08 (7204 Mitchell Parkway)
SiNaCa Studios Master Agreement and Lease (Item 11.1)
Renewal of Annual Requirements Contract for the Purchase and Delivery of Calcium Hypochlorite Tablets and Sodium Bisulfate Tablets, Project 25-0366
Annual Requirements Contract for Masonry Installation, Repair, and Restoration Services for the Parks, Recreation, & Culture Department, Project 26-0266
Annual Requirements Contract for the Rental of Traffic Barricades, Project 27-0031
Annual Contract for VMware Cloud Foundation Software Licensing and Support Services, Project 27-0039
Annual Insurance Program Policy Renewals and New Policies for FY2027
Renewal and Modification of the Two-Year Requirements Contract for Security Guard Services, Project 22-0143
Three-Year Contract for the Support and Maintenance of the City Website, Project 27-0025
Architectural Services Contract for Improvements at Five Library Branches, Project AM 26-18 and CMLI26001
Voting record (74)
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