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Cleburne
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Derek Weathers

Councilmember, District 12018-2026 (District 1; vacated 2026-06-25 on being sworn in as Mayor)

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At a glance

News mentions
3

Term ending Jun 25, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
20
Total speaking time
1:33:36
Avg per meeting
4:41
Segments
1909

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Top issues during term (20)

high↓Sep 2022[91]

Rat Infestation

This rating may lead to lower insurance premiums for property owners within the city.

critical→Sep 2018[53]

Manufactured Home Zoning Regulations

Updates land use regulations to accurately reflect existing property types.

critical↓Sep 2024[41]

FY2027 External Auditor RFP

Audit service contract costs will be determined through the upcoming RFP process.

critical↓Oct 2025[32]

Public Safety Facility Bond

The bond will require a tax increase to pay for the principal and interest.

medium↑May 2026[22]

Library Programs and Community Outreach Initiatives

Operational costs are managed within the existing library budget.

high↑Jun 2023[13]

Public Safety Staffing and Promotions

The cost of administering these exams and maintaining eligibility lists is part of the standard operating budget for the police and fire departments.

high↑May 2026[12]

Airport Infrastructure Maintenance

Brings administrative consistency and predictability to airport lease revenues and terms.

high↑May 2026[12]

Fiscal Year 2027 Park Budget and Projects

Will shape capital expenditures and operating budgets for city parks in FY 2027.

medium↑Mar 2026[11]

Museum Operational Oversight

Covered under operational museum programming budgets.

high↓Feb 2019[7]

Substandard Property Enforcement

If the city is forced to demolish the building, they may place a lien on the property to recover costs.

critical↑Nov 2018[6]

environmental regulation

The applicant estimates a $3 million initial investment and a multi-million dollar payroll over five years.

high↓Oct 2018[4]

Senior Housing Maintenance

The resident noted that rent increases may make the units unaffordable for current low-income seniors.

critical↓Jun 2019[3]

Water Infrastructure Upgrades

The project is funded by a state loan with 51% principal forgiveness, reducing the overall cost to the city.

critical↓Nov 2024[3]

Chisholm Trail Outdoor Museum Funding

The request is for $150,000, though the museum indicated they could operate with $130,000.

medium↓Apr 2026[2]

Bates Ridge Phase 1 Subdivision Development

Private investment in residential infrastructure totaling 121 new single-family lots.

high↓Sep 2024[2]

public health emergency

You might see a slight bump in your utility bill or have to shell out extra cash for bottled water while this lasts.

medium↓May 2026[2]

Remedy Medical Ground Lease & Parking Expansion

Generates lease revenue for the airport while expanding medical infrastructure parking.

high↓Aug 2025[1]

Aberdeen Lakes Subdivision Development

Generates long-term property tax revenue and expands municipal utility service demand.

medium↓Aug 2025[1]

Avondale Addition Replat and Right-of-Way Variance

Directs potential future right-of-way acquisition and sidewalk construction costs.

critical↓Oct 2025[1]

Oncor Electric Rate Increase

The proposed increase would have added approximately $7.90 to the average monthly residential bill.

Decisions during term (333)

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