Larry Traweek
About
Larry Traweek's platform focused on fiscal responsibility, specifically prioritizing the reduction of tax rates for the constituents of Precinct 4. His campaign emphasized these economic goals during public forums and candidate interviews leading up to the runoff election.
Campaign promises (1)
- taxesThe candidate aims to lower tax rates for Brown County residents.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 2
- Total speaking time
- 0:28
- Avg per meeting
- 0:14
- Segments
- 7
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Top issues during term (20)
city council meeting
Depending on what's on the agenda, these votes could change your local taxes, utility rates, or neighborhood improvement budgets.
Fiscal Year 2026-27 County Budget and Tax Rates
Sets county tax rates and allocates funding for county operations, debt obligations, and road maintenance for the coming year.
public meeting announcement
While the meeting itself is free, the decisions made here could influence how your tax dollars are spent on future park upgrades or maintenance.
municipal revenue
The extra tax revenue gives Brownwood and Early more breathing room for projects, while Bangs may need to scale back their spending plans.
Emergency Alert System Expansion
The siren project would have cost the county over $280,000 plus $10,000 in annual fees.
County Facility Renovations
Funds will be expended for county facility renovations through the selected CMAR contractor.
Wildfire Hazard Mitigation
Fully covered up to $1.3 million by a Texas Forest Service reimbursement grant.
public meeting notice
Your input could influence how the city allocates its budget for park maintenance and new playground equipment.
Precinct 2 Road Maintenance Equipment
The truck costs $43,189.40.
Data Storage Expansion
Funded entirely through dedicated statutory archive fees collected on non-court and civil filings, with project costs ranging upwards of $73,000 to $77,000 per scanning project.
school board governance
Your property taxes are funding these decisions, so staying informed is the only way to make sure your money is being spent wisely.
Public Information Officer Mandate
The treasurer's office manages county funds and financial reporting.
economic development
The city is betting that tax breaks now will lead to a much bigger tax haul from new businesses and visitors later.
Community Wildfire Defense Grant Agreement Amendments
Federal grant funding supports wildfire mitigation and brush clearing across county road corridors.
Capital Defense Legal Services
Settlement payment offset savings of $21,403 plus access to $65,000 in grants; annual contract cost of $34,233.
water utility governance
This meeting will directly influence future rate hikes and how much of your paycheck goes toward utility maintenance.
Infrastructure Oversight in Shamrock Shores
Minimal direct county financial impact; standard platting and sign installation costs.
election administration
Running these runoff elections costs taxpayer money, so low turnout effectively wastes the budget allocated for the process.
zoning board meeting
Depending on the new rules, your property taxes or home resale value could see a major shift.
Jail Facility Maintenance
Involves commissary trust expenditures totaling over $24,000 and ongoing capital repair costs.
Decisions during term (154)
Recorded while Traweek was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
CDL Salary Adjustment for Brandon Shirley
Equipment Purchase for Precincts 1 and 3 via Community Wildfire Defense Grant
Private Line Installation on County Road 201
Private Line Installation on County Road 294 East
Private Line Installation on County Road 292
Private Line Installation on County Road 151
Tyler Technologies Agreement Amendment
Regional Public Defender Settlement Agreement
Regional Public Defender Annual Contract Renewal
Heart of Texas Mechanical Maintenance Agreement Renewal
Payment of County Bills
District Court Reporter Salary Order
May ISD Crosswalk Signs and Markings
Brooks Smith SUD Private Line Application
Flatbed Surplus Sale
Open CMAR Statements for County Remodeling Projects
Payment of County Bills
Accept Amended District Judge Order Regarding County Auditors
Adopt Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget
Ratify Property Tax Revenue Increase
Voting record (1)
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