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Brazos County
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Bentley Nettles

Commissioner Precinct 12025-2029

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At a glance

News mentions
1

Term ending Dec 31, 2029.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
19
Total speaking time
45:34
Avg per meeting
2:24
Segments
758

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Top issues during term (20)(General)

critical↓Jan 2026[88]

Public Defender Office Operations

The board will review grant awards for FY 2027 which will fund office operations.

high↓Jul 2025[61]

County Facility Renovations and Budget Adjustments

Adds nearly $1 million to existing capital improvement project costs through change orders.

critical↓Sep 2025[35]

Legislative Policy Alignment

The outcomes of these discussions could influence future county budget allocations and economic development incentives.

medium↓Mar 2026[30]

energy policy

This could lead to more stable, predictable energy prices for residents by reducing our reliance on fluctuating fuel markets.

critical↓Sep 2025[28]

Outstanding County Debt and Bond Issuance

Total outstanding principal and interest is $162,839,895, with the debt tax rate increasing to 0.038.

high↓Jun 2026[24]

Regional Coordination and Planning

The board's decisions impact the distribution of regional grants and service funding.

high→Mar 2026[20]

ALPR Surveillance Cameras

Taxpayer dollars are being funneled into these high-tech surveillance contracts, meaning your money is directly funding the expansion of this camera network.

medium↑Sep 2026[15]

employee compensation

Your local tax dollars might need to stretch a bit further to cover these wage hikes.

medium↓Feb 2026[15]

political campaign

Depending on his proposed budget priorities, his election could shift how your local tax dollars are allocated across county services.

high→Feb 2025[13]

public health ordinance

You might see higher fees for pool maintenance or public swim passes to cover the cost of these new inspections.

high↑Sep 2026[7]

burn ban

You'll save yourself a steep fine by keeping your matches in your pocket.

medium↑Oct 2026[5]

county judge retirement

There's no direct hit to your wallet here, though a transition at the top can sometimes lead to shifts in county spending priorities.

high↓Aug 2026[5]

Radio Replacement Phase II Procurement

Expenditure of $668,699.93 for radio replacement equipment.

medium→Sep 2026[0]

interim city manager contract

It keeps leadership stable without the rushed costs of bringing in a temporary outside consultant.

medium→Sep 2026[0]

public art contract

Taxpayers are funding a hefty $4.8 million design contract that will shape our public spaces.

medium→Sep 2026[0]

alcohol sales regulation

Local businesses and property owners are looking at a nice boost in tax revenue and property values as the area turns into a nightlife and dining hotspot.

medium→Sep 2026[0]

noise mitigation

While the exact cost isn't set yet, implementing and enforcing new noise rules could mean spending city resources on studies or sound equipment.

medium→Sep 2026[0]

animal shelter

Expect your tax dollars to fund the construction and ongoing upkeep of this brand-new facility.

medium→Sep 2026[0]

mounted patrol proposal

The exact cost of housing, feeding, and training the horses hasn't been locked down yet, so taxpayers are waiting to see the price tag.

medium→Sep 2026[0]

sign ordinance

Local businesses might have to shell out cash to replace non-compliant signs if the new rules end up being too strict.

Decisions during term (2)

Recorded while Nettles was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.