Justin Rodriguez
About
Justin Rodriguez's platform focuses on enhancing civic engagement and improving the accessibility of the electoral process within Bexar County. His priorities include expanding voting options for vulnerable populations, such as seniors and those with mobility impairments, to ensure broader participation in local elections.
Campaign promises (1)
- transparencyThe candidate advocates for increasing voting options and accessibility for seniors and mobility-impaired voters.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 11
- Total speaking time
- 15:51
- Avg per meeting
- 1:26
- Segments
- 293
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Top issues during term (20)
Deputy Sheriff Contract Negotiations
Potential future costs associated with labor agreements.
FY 2025-26 Budget Planning
Balances a $2.6 billion budget while drawing on $68 million in reserves and holding tax rates flat.
Law Enforcement Risk Management
The denied request for motorcycles and a Tahoe would have been an out-of-cycle budget expenditure.
emergency management
This move unlocks state-level funding to help cover the costs of emergency operations and storm recovery.
Future Infrastructure Funding
Potential multi-billion dollar capital need over the next decade.
Flood Warning and Mitigation
Involves a $19 million master agreement supported by prior preliminary planning and grant applications.
Venue Project Election
The proposal involves significant public funding for venue projects, though specific tax implications for residents are still being debated.
traffic safety
Expect the city to redirect a chunk of our tax dollars toward urgent street repairs, sidewalk upgrades, and new safety tech.
animal control policy
Expect to see a push for higher taxes or budget reallocations to fund more animal control officers and better shelter resources.
Economic Development and Job Growth
The program renewal request is for $65,520.
utility rate adjustment
You'll likely see a monthly increase on your utility bill, though the exact amount depends on how much the council manages to trim from the original proposal.
Election Administration Concerns
Unknown, though past requests for sorting systems have been approved.
Crisis Nursery Development
The county will contribute $100,000 from the Opioid Settlement Fund, matched by the City of San Antonio.
school district budget
The county is looking at a $472,000 request to maintain a reduced but functional version of the program.
ICE Detention Facility Expansion
Legal costs associated with potential litigation are currently being evaluated.
Affordable Housing Strategy
The plan guides future county investments in mixed-income housing projects.
Jail Medical Care and Safety
The project requires a $250,000 budget transfer.
jail oversight
Taxpayers could be on the hook for expensive legal settlements and increased oversight costs if the jail's safety standards don't improve.
ballot propositions
These measures will directly influence how your tax dollars are allocated and could shift the city's long-term budget priorities.
local election
Since these officials manage a massive budget for our community colleges, your vote directly influences how millions in taxpayer dollars are spent on local education.
Decisions during term (307)
Recorded while Rodriguez was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consent Agenda
University Health 2026 Ad Valorem Tax Rate
FY 2026-27 Operating and Capital Budget
Bexar County 2026 Property Tax Rate
BCHFC General Partner Policy
FLSA Overtime Payouts
FY 2026-27 Commissioners Court Agenda Planner
County-wide Outdoor Burn Ban
Marbach Road Extension Project Contract
Revised Administrative Policy 2.1 (Boards and Commissions)
Next-Gen Flood Warning System ILA Amendment
Next-Gen Flood Warning System Master ILA
Adoption of FY 2026-27 Budget Change Memo
Approval of Consent Agenda
Approval of Late Files
Professional Service Agreement with Chiscano Hosa Calvo PLC
Proposed Tax Rate for FY 2026-27
Workforce Solutions Alamo FY 2026-27 Budget
Reconsideration and Approval of Item 35
Approval of Commissioner Court Minutes
Voting record (3)
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