Weldon P. Cude
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Judge Weldon P. Cude's platform focuses on strengthening the county's judicial infrastructure and bolstering public safety initiatives. His priorities center on administrative and operational improvements to support the growing needs of Atascosa County.
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Campaign promises (2)
- infrastructureThe judge intends to expand court facilities to improve judicial capacity.
- public-safetyThe judge is prioritizing enhancements to public safety measures within the county.Related votes
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 15
- Total speaking time
- 4:32:28
- Avg per meeting
- 18:10
- Segments
- 5671
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Top issues during term (20)
Fiscal Year 2027 County Budget and Property Tax Rate
Ongoing salary allocations within existing departmental budgets.
Transparency in Industrial Development
The proposed decommissioning bonds would require developers to post 125% of cleanup costs upfront.
Public Defender's Office Operations
Brings in $1,881,010.00 in state grant funds with a multi-county match up to $940,504.00.
Road Maintenance
Developer will hold a 24-month maintenance bond for Verdi Woods Drive.
Subdivision Plats and Utility Infrastructure Permits
Includes $28,700 for the Precinct 1 steel frame structure and related architectural and utility costs.
Precinct 4 Equipment Upgrade
Net cost of $69,987.04 to the Road and Bridge Precinct 4 budget.
Elected Officials' Salaries and Compensation
Determines compensation levels for elected county and precinct officials for fiscal year 2027.
Jourdanton Chamber of Commerce July 4th Celebration
The request is for a $10,000 donation from the county budget.
Public Safety and Law Enforcement Personnel
Expanding the jail would be a significant capital expense, but potentially cheaper than the current cost of farming out inmates.
local government updates
While a new coffee shop brings in local business, delays on the Lytle water tower could lead to unexpected costs and infrastructure headaches.
Precinct 4 Commissioner Vacancy
The position includes a salary, travel allowance, and detention board supplement.
Teen Dating Violence Awareness
Meals on Wheels FY 2026 Funding
$15,000 county contribution budgeted for fiscal year 2026.
Cowboy Connect Fixed Route Transit Funding
$135,652 total financial contribution for FY 2026, split into two $67,826 installments due November 2025 and April 2026.
County Website Modernization
$106,051.92 expenditure for software licensing.
Illegal Tire Dumping
The cost of cleanup and potential condemnation remains to be determined.
election results
These officials will now control how your tax dollars are spent on local infrastructure, schools, and public services.
legal litigation
Taxpayers are on the hook for potentially hefty legal fees and any settlement costs if the city loses the case.
agricultural disaster declaration
This declaration opens up state and federal funding to help local ranchers cover the costs of testing and containment.
public official misconduct
Taxpayers might end up footing the bill for legal proceedings and the costs associated with holding a special election or appointment process.
Decisions during term (476)
Recorded while Cude was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Verdi Woods Subdivision Final Plat and Road Adoption
Precinct 4 Equipment Trade-In and Purchase
Animal Control Interlocal Agreements
Approval of Public Safety Communications Proposal and Lease-Purchase Agreement
Approval of Outdoor Burn Ban
Animal Control Personnel Appointments
CPS Energy Right-of-Way Permits
County Clerk Personnel and Minutes Approval
IT and Equipment Lease Agreements
Juvenile Board Proposed Budget FY 2027
Judge Cude: Discuss and/or take appropriate action to approve the reading of the proclamation, "A Day to Remember," in remembrance of the events of September 11, 2001.
Judge Cude: Amanda Hill: Camino Real Discuss and/or take appropriate action: Presentation of the Atascosa County Local Match commitment and requirements for Camino Real Community Services for Fiscal Year 2027, and approval of the same.
Judge Cude: Amanda Hill: Camino Real: Discuss and/or take appropriate action r equest for the reappointment of Laura Calvert to the Camino Real Community Services Board of Directors.
Tracy Barrera: County Auditor: a. Discuss and/or take appropriate action to accept the donation of 6 (six) backpacks from The Department of Family Protection Services to the Atascosa County Juvenile Probation Office. b. Discuss and/or take…
Judge Cude: Tracy Barrera: Discuss, review and take action to accept and/or approve any invoices and payroll.
Judge Cude: Tracy Barrera: Discuss, review and take action on reports submitted.
Judge Cude: Adjourn.
Order November 2026 Elections
Resolution Supporting State Highway 97 Improvements
Accept 2024 Audit Report
Voting record (3)
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Approval of Public Safety Communications Proposal and Lease-Purchase Agreement
Public Defenders Board Reappointment
Quitclaim Deed Request from Governor for SH 97 Property
Judge Cude abstained due to a family member's connection to the property.