David Hairel
About
Duke Coon's platform centers on addressing critical municipal infrastructure and fiscal health. His primary priorities include the rehabilitation of the city's water system and the stabilization of Conroe's financial management.
Campaign promises (2)
- infrastructureThe candidate intends to prioritize fixing the city's water system.
- taxesThe candidate plans to focus on improving the city's financial stability.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 13
- Total speaking time
- 2:17:09
- Avg per meeting
- 10:33
- Segments
- 2174
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Top issues during term (20)
Flock Safety Camera Privacy
Existing operational contract costs for 51 cameras.
arts and culture grants
The city is pulling $210,000 from its budget to fund these creative initiatives.
2026 Property Tax Rate and Budget Adoption
Proposes a total tax rate of $0.4272 per $100 valuation, resulting in an estimated median homestead tax of $991.10.
Mid-South Electric Cooperative Water and Wastewater System Acquisition
Substantial capital investment financed through revenue bonds to acquire major utility infrastructure.
Police Staffing and Public Safety
The proposal involves a $2.8 million increase in the police department's personnel budget.
Stormwater Utility Fee Study
The city faces a substantial unfunded need for stormwater infrastructure, estimated at $210 million, which could lead to increased costs for residents or impact city services if not addressed.
Owen Park Archery Range Proposal
Modest capital outlay with potential tourism economic returns from sports tournaments.
Concerns Regarding Older Neighborhood Infrastructure
The issues raised suggest potential future costs for infrastructure upgrades and service provision.
Technology Park Revitalization
Shifts the strategic use and potential revenue generation of city-owned property in Deison Technology Park.
employee compensation study
The city is shelling out $80,000 upfront, which could lead to adjusted payroll costs down the line depending on what the study finds.
property tax increase
Your property tax bill is likely going up if this passes.
National Economic Development Opportunity
Potential long-term economic boost and real property transactions.
Data Center Regulations
Developers will be required to cover the costs of infrastructure upgrades and impact mitigation.
Animal Shelter Management
Funded through grants and municipal operating budgets.
Groundwater Management
The city faces potential costs for groundwater infrastructure and well replacements.
U.S. Space Academy Proposal Initiative
Initial expenditure of up to $25,000 for proposal development.
Reinstatement and Restructuring of the Planning Commission
Minimal administrative costs.
Municipal Judicial Appointment
The exact cost of these services was not disclosed during the meeting.
South Pine Lake Road Infrastructure and Pothole Repairs
Addressed via ongoing capital improvement projects.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating Budget
The adopted budget sets the city's spending for the upcoming fiscal year and includes a property tax rate that will affect residents' property tax bills.
Decisions during term (378)
Recorded while Hairel was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Appointment of Director of Economic Development
Appointment to Houston-Galveston Area Council Transportation Policy Council
Oscar Johnson Jr. Community Center Board Appointments
CDBG Citizen Advisory Committee Appointments
Parks Board Resolution and Appointments
Parks Vendor List Modification
Renaming Community Development to Municipal Development Department
Janitorial Services Bid Award
People's Road Materials Interlocal Agreement Bid Award
Stewart's Creek Preserve Plat Extension Variance Denial
Energy Easements for Water Plant No. 14
SJRA Connection Reimbursement Agreement for Water Plant No. 26
Tourist Advisory Council Appointments
BJA JAG Grant Acceptance for Police Crash Reconstruction
FY 2027 Purchase Order for External Audit Services
Repeal of Resolution Supporting Dyson Technology Park Venue
Conroe Local Government Corporation Board Appointments
Indefinite Table of Items 20 through 26
Consent Agenda Approval (Items 27 through 35)
Parks Board Resolution
Voting record (11)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
2026 Tax Rate Adoption
Eminent Domain Resolution for Water Plant 33
Eminent Domain Resolution for Water Plant 34
Proposing Property Tax Rate of $0.5069
Binding Referendum on FLOCK Cameras
Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District DFC Resolution
Voted against the resolution citing the need for independent scientific workshops and public hearings.
Repealing Resolution 4840-25 (In-Person Executive Sessions)
Expressed concerns regarding attorney-client privilege and maintaining strict confidentiality.
Appointment of Interim City Administrator Negotiations
SJRA GRP Review Committee Appointment
Voted no until clarification from legal representation regarding potential conflict of interest could be obtained.