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Andrew Palacios

Place 4 Council Member2020–2026

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At a glance

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Term ending May 12, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
30
Total speaking time
48:32
Avg per meeting
1:37
Segments
894

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Top issues during term (20)

critical↑Aug 2025[59]

Flock Camera Privacy Concerns

A three-year expenditure not to exceed $1,194,775.02 ($398,258.34 annually), utilizing existing budgeted funds.

critical↓Dec 2023[22]

Hebron and Marsh Multifamily Development

The MOU is non-binding and does not commit city funds at this time.

critical↓Mar 2026[18]

Multi-Year Budget Sustainability

The budget totals over $118 million in capital projects and $98 million in operating funds for public safety, while lowering the tax rate to 53.7 cents.

critical↓Apr 2026[11]

Infrastructure and Bond Projects

These projects involve significant city bond funding.

high↓Jan 2025[9]

Short-Term Rental Regulation and Neighborhood Compatibility

Property values and neighborhood stability could be impacted by short-term rental saturation.

critical↓May 2026[7]

Children's Advocacy Center Funding

The city's share of the construction costs is not to exceed $9,756,380.

high↓Jan 2026[5]

Commercial Renovation Incentive for DK Village

Involves an economic development incentive payout not to exceed $180,423.

high↑Dec 2025[5]

public transit policy

Leaving DART could save the city millions in sales tax contributions, but it might also tank property values near transit hubs and force you to pay more for private transportation.

critical↓Aug 2024[3]

I-35E Phase 2 Construction

Over 13 million dollars allocated for construction contracts, plus 6.4 million for engineering design.

critical↓Jun 2022[2]

recreational facility development

Residents fear that private management will lead to mandatory memberships and higher court fees.

high↓Feb 2025[2]

Nob Hill Infrastructure

The combined cost of the street and trail projects exceeds $22 million.

critical↓Apr 2026[2]

Municipal Election Certification

The bond election results will dictate future infrastructure spending and debt management for the city.

critical↓May 2026[2]

public utility infrastructure

Residents will see a $2.30 monthly increase on their utility bills.

medium↓Mar 2026[2]

emergency services

While this specific rescue was a success, it highlights the ongoing need to fund our fire department to ensure they have the gear and training to keep saving lives.

medium↓Oct 2025[1]

Animal Control Ordinance Updates

Impound fees and citation costs may increase for non-compliant pet owners.

high↓Apr 2025[1]

Black Cemetery Improvements

The project is funded through the Community Development Block Grant.

critical↓Feb 2025[1]

school district consolidation

The district is facing $28 million in budget deficits over two years.

critical↓Jul 2025[1]

Historic Black Cemetery Preservation

The cost of potential surveys and preservation measures is currently being evaluated.

high↓Jan 2026[1]

economic development

The city will provide a local funding match not to exceed $83,549.

high↓Apr 2026[1]

public safety infrastructure

The project is estimated to cost between $2.8 million and $3.4 million.

Decisions during term (165)

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

approved7-0May 12, 2026

Approval of Ordinance Canvassing May 2, 2026 Bond Election

approved7-0May 12, 2026

Approval of Ordinance Canvassing May 2, 2026 General Election

approved7-0Apr 21, 2026

Approval of Consent Agenda Items 10 through 17

approved7-0Apr 7, 2026

Consent Agenda Items 10 through 17

approved7-0Apr 7, 2026

Easement Agreement for Carrollton Black Cemetery Phase 1 Project

approved7-0Apr 7, 2026

Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment (Case No. PLZT 2026-006)

approved7-0Apr 7, 2026

Comprehensive Subdivision Ordinance Text Amendment (Case No. PLST 2025-207)

approvedApr 7, 2026

Present A Proclamation To The North Texas Emergency Communications Center Recognizing National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

approvedApr 7, 2026

Present A Proclamation To Casa Of Denton County Recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month.

approved7-0Apr 7, 2026

Consider Authorizing The City Manager To Approve A Contract For The Purchase Of One (1) Ford F-150 Truck and Four (4) Ford F-250 Trucks From Caldwell Country Ford Through An Interlocal Agreement With The BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative In…

approved7-0Apr 7, 2026

Consider Authorizing The City Manager To Approve A Contract For The Purchase Of One (1) Ford F-350 and Two (2) Ford F-450 Trucks From Five Star Ford Through An Interlocal Agreement With The BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative In An Amount Not…

approved7-0Apr 7, 2026

Consider Authorizing The City Manager To Approve A Contract For The Purchase Of One (1) International CV515 Dump Truck and Two (2) International HV-607 Dump Trucks From Southwest International Trucks Through An Interlocal Agreement With…

approved7-0Apr 7, 2026

Consider Authorizing The City Manager To Approve A Contract For The Purchase Of One (1) Kenworth T480 Concrete Mixer From MHC Kenworth Through An Interlocal Agreement With The BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative In An Amount Not To Exceed…

approvedVoted yes6-1Mar 24, 2026

Approval of March 3, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes

approvedVoted yes6-1Mar 24, 2026

Agreement with Onyx Paving & Utility, LLC for Boring and Trenching Services

approvedVoted yes6-1Mar 24, 2026

Agreement with Onyx Paving & Utility, LLC for Sidewalk Replacement

approvedVoted yes6-1Mar 24, 2026

Agreement with Road Master Striping, LLC for Street Pavement Markings

approvedVoted yes6-1Mar 24, 2026

Nomination to Denton Central Appraisal District Board of Directors

approvedVoted yes6-1Mar 24, 2026

Third Extension to Civil Service Employee Injury Leave

approvedVoted yes6-1Mar 24, 2026

2025 Homeland Security Grant Program Application and Acceptance Resolution

Voting record (31)

27 yes4 no

Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.

Voted yesMar 24, 2026

Approval of March 3, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes

Voted yesMar 24, 2026

Agreement with Onyx Paving & Utility, LLC for Boring and Trenching Services

Voted yesMar 24, 2026

Agreement with Onyx Paving & Utility, LLC for Sidewalk Replacement

Voted yesMar 24, 2026

Agreement with Road Master Striping, LLC for Street Pavement Markings

Voted yesMar 24, 2026

Nomination to Denton Central Appraisal District Board of Directors

Voted yesMar 24, 2026

Third Extension to Civil Service Employee Injury Leave

Voted yesMar 24, 2026

2025 Homeland Security Grant Program Application and Acceptance Resolution

Voted yesMar 24, 2026

2026 Homeland Security Grant Program Application and Acceptance Resolution

Voted yesMar 24, 2026

Project Specific Agreement with Dallas County for Park Terrace Subdivision Overlay

Voted yesMar 24, 2026

Appointment of New Members to Carrollton Police Reserve

Voted yesMar 24, 2026

Adoption of Amended Program Year 2025 CDBG Plan of Action and Budget

Voted yesFeb 17, 2026

Approval of Consent Agenda (Excluding Item 10)

Voted yesNov 18, 2025

Oak Creek Tennis Center Management Services Agreement

Voted yesJul 8, 2025

Approval of Consent Agenda Items 9 through 23

Voted yesJul 8, 2025

Future Land Use Map Amendment for The Harcourt (PLMA 2025-073)

Voted yesJul 8, 2025

Zoning Amendment for The Harcourt (PLZ 2025-030)

Voted noJul 8, 2025

Special Use Permit for CBD Vape Shop (PLSUP 2025-082)

Voted yesMay 20, 2025

Consent Agenda Approval

Voted yesMay 20, 2025

SUP for Oncor Electrical Substation (Case No. PLSUP 2025-044)

Voted yesMay 20, 2025

Planned Development District for Fujifilm (Case No. PLZ 2025-061)

Voted yesMay 20, 2025

Comprehensive Subdivision Ordinance Text Amendments (Case No. PLST 2025-004)

Voted yesMay 20, 2025

Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments (Case No. PLZT-2024-144)

Voted yesApr 1, 2025

Case No. PLSUP 2024-193 (2120 Kings Road Short-Term Rental)

Voted yesApr 1, 2025

Case No. PLSUP 2025-002 (2017 Sam Houston Boulevard Short-Term Rental)

Voted yesApr 1, 2025

Case No. PLSUP 2025-018 (2925 Rolling Hills Drive Short-Term Rental)

Voted yesMar 25, 2025

Approval of Consent Agenda Items 8 through 25

Voted noMar 4, 2025

Short-Term Rental Permit at 1016 Thomas Place

It's just my opinion that it's not a correct use of land for this SUP request.

Voted noMar 4, 2025

Bed and Breakfast Permit at 1841 Arundel Drive

Voted yesJan 21, 2025

Approval of Consent Agenda (Items 8-19)

Voted yesJan 21, 2025

Adoption of the 2025 Sustainability Plan

Voted noJan 7, 2025

Approval of Josey Lane Event Center SUP