David Blackburn

Elder Abuse Awareness

The district could levy a tax of up to 75 cents per $100 of property value.

Capital Improvement Projects

The county is seeking state grant funds between $500,000 and $5,000,000 per project.

data center moratorium

Tax abatements could potentially reduce county revenue if granted to data center projects.

municipal governance

The new administration’s upcoming budget decisions will directly influence your local tax rates and city service funding.

animal shelter policy

Moving to a no-kill model usually means higher upfront costs for long-term care and expanded adoption programs.

public records access

Knowing how to file requests correctly saves you from paying unnecessary administrative fees or wasting billable hours on dead-end searches.

infrastructure grant

The project is fully funded by the grant, so it won't cost local taxpayers a dime.

municipal equipment procurement

Buying used instead of new saves the city a significant chunk of change on equipment costs.

annexation and boundary adjustment

You might see changes to your property tax bill or utility rates depending on which city now claims your address.

government structure reform

Cutting the position could save taxpayers money on salaries and benefits, but it might also lead to higher costs if financial oversight is outsourced or mismanaged.

population growth

Expect your tax dollars to be funneled into major infrastructure upgrades and new school construction to handle the extra people.

legal litigation

Taxpayers are footing the bill for ongoing legal fees as the county defends its current drug policies in court.

municipal appointment

While no specific budget changes were announced, new leadership often leads to shifts in how the library allocates its existing operational funds.

waste management

You'll likely have to shell out your own cash for private waste removal services or pay dump fees to get rid of your yard debris.

disaster relief

This fund pools community donations to provide direct financial assistance to residents facing unexpected recovery costs.

zoning update

Local vendors can finally start making money again, and the city gets back a reliable source of weekend economic activity.

marijuana policy

This fight is burning through tax dollars that could be going toward other city services instead of court costs and enforcement.

legal dispute

Taxpayers are footing the bill for ongoing legal fees as the city fights to defend its enforcement stance in court.

board appointments and ETJ boundary adjustment

Expect potential shifts in property tax bases and infrastructure development costs as the city's regulatory reach expands or contracts.

public corruption

Taxpayer money is being wasted on legal battles and potential ethics investigations instead of going toward actual city services.

Consider designating locations as Vote Centers for the November 3rd, 2026, General Election, consistent with § 43.0015, § 43.002, § 43.007, and § 43.061 of the Texas Election Code.

Consider the appointment of Election Judges for the November 3rd, 2026, General Election, consistent with § 32.002 and § 32.009 of the Texas Election Code.

Consider and issue a Notice of Election for the November 3rd, 2026, General Election, consistent with Chapter 4 of the Texas Election Code.

Call for General Election for ESD 23