Tom Ware
About
Tom Ware's platform focuses on addressing critical urban development challenges, specifically emphasizing housing policy in Arlington. His campaign priorities center on managing the city's growth and ensuring that housing solutions remain a key component of his legislative agenda.
Campaign promises (1)
- developmentTom Ware has prioritized addressing housing affordability and availability within the district.Related votes
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 9
- Total speaking time
- 17:48
- Avg per meeting
- 1:59
- Segments
- 246
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Top issues during term (9)(Development)
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.
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.
Infill Townhome Density and Safety Concerns
Adds new housing stock on an infill lot but raises infrastructure and density concerns.
Orion Park Replat Approval
Platting fees and future tax base growth are associated with these developments.
Poly Webb Crossing Addition Final Plat
Anthem Redevelopment
The city is committing $24.5 million in public infrastructure improvements on a reimbursement basis.
new hotel development
This could mean a big boost to local businesses and city revenue, but we'll have to see how it shakes out.
Innovate Arlington Comprehensive Plan & Outreach
None discussed.
Decisions during term (40)
Recorded while Ware was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Arlington Economic Development Corporation - Chapter 380 Grant Agreement with Advanced Composite Structures America Incorporated
Business Innovation & Research & Development (BIRD) Matching Funds Program - Takpar Technologies, LLC
PD26-16 (511 North Davis Drive) Townhome Development
Fee Adjustments and New Fees Authorization for Planning and Development Services Department Fee Schedule
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development - PY2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
Development Plan PD07-5R4-DP19 (Shops at Viridian)
Downtown Redevelopment – Abram Main Acquisition, LLC
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Economic Development and Reimbursement Agreement – TCDFW Development, Inc.
Downtown Redevelopment - Abram Main Acquisition, LLC
Downtown Redevelopment - Abram Main Acquisition, LLC
Development Plan PD07-05-DP19 (Shops at Viridian)
United States Department of Justice FY2026 Community Policing Development (CPD) Microgrants Program - Arlington Police Department Violent Crimes Unit
United States Department of Justice FY2026 Community Policing Development (CPD) Microgrants Program - Arlington Police Department Human Exploitation and Trafficking (HEAT) Unit
United States Department of Justice FY2026 Community Policing Development (CPD) Microgrants Program - Arlington Police Department Recruitment
Contract for Laserfiche Enhancements for the Planning and Development Services Department, Project 26-0256
Collateral Assignment of the Lincoln Square (“Anthem”) Development Agreement
Collateral Assignment of the Lincoln Square (“Anthem”) Master Development Agreement
Engineering Services Contract for Planning and Development Services Drainage Technical Review and Assistance, Project No. PWDR25003 and PW 26-03
Arlington Economic Development Corporation - All Cash Contract of Sale - Mary A. Stewart - 1215 Altman Drive
Pre-Development and Interim Maintenance and Use Agreement - LS TDMK LLC - 1400 North Collins Street
Voting record (5)(Development)
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