George Ferrie
About
George Ferrie's platform centers on improving the quality of life for Denton residents through a focus on affordability, social equity, and public safety. His priorities reflect a commitment to inclusive governance and addressing the economic and safety needs of the community.
Campaign promises (3)
- economyGeorge Ferrie aims to make the city of Denton more affordable for its residents.
- social-policyFerrie has campaigned on a platform focused on increasing equity within the city.
- public-safetyFerrie has pledged to prioritize initiatives that improve public safety in Denton.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 4
- Total speaking time
- 44:05
- Avg per meeting
- 11:01
- Segments
- 843
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Comprehensive Plan Implementation
Encourages commercial development and retail tax generation along the US 380 corridor.
Public Art Project Updates
Funded through existing municipal budgets and capital improvement bond allocations.
Data Center Development Code Amendments
Could affect commercial property values and municipal utility revenues from large power users.
Affordable Housing Strategy
Impacts the allocation of local and federal housing grant funds across Denton County.
EDP Work Plan and Workforce Development Goals
Discussion will shape future economic development staffing and program expenditures.
Chapter 380 Economic Development Policy Update
Affects municipal property tax exemptions and future capital investment incentives.
Downtown Parking Availability
Involves administrative reallocation and potential revenue generation from paid parking initiatives.
Streamlining City Boards and Commissions
Reduces administrative overhead and staff resource expenditure associated with underutilized boards.
Ready to Work Program Contract Expansion
State-funded regional initiative operating at no direct cost to the city.
Certificate of Appropriateness for 1314 N. Locust Street
Private investment by the property owner to upgrade and make the building accessible.
Community Development Matrix Discussion
Guides future funding decisions for neighborhood improvement and community development projects.
New Contractor Services Use
Ensures responsible spending of public funds for professional services.
City Manager and Municipal Judge Recruitment Strategy
Executive search contracts will incur standard municipal recruitment expenses.
Knights Landing Subdivision Amending Plat
Subdivision development costs are borne by the private developer.
Media Production Facility Regulations
The policy could influence future tax revenue and infrastructure investment requirements.
Substandard Structure at 1415 Meadow Street
The property owner may face costs for repairs or demolition.
Sundance Development Temporary Wastewater Plant
Constructed at the developer's expense and transferred to city operation.
Industrial and Residential Plat Approvals
Expansion of commercial and residential tax base through new infrastructure and platting.
122 N. Locust St. Facade Rehabilitation
Private investment by the property owners to restore storefront aesthetics.
Historic Landmark Designation for 1403 Kendolph Drive
May result in local property tax revenue reductions if the property owner subsequently applies and qualifies for municipal historic tax exemptions.
Decisions during term (13)
Recorded while Ferrie was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Data Center Development Code Amendments (DCA26-0007)
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, approving the Development Fee Grant award to Giving Grace for the Love First project; authorizing the execution of a development fee grant agreement and expenditure of funds…
Consider approval of the minutes of the August 24, 2026 Development Code Review Committee Regular Meeting
Approval of Texas Water Development Board Financing Agreement
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, approving guidelines for the City of Denton Homebuyer Assistance Program; authorizing the expenditure of Federal Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment…
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, approving the Minor Home Repair Program; authorizing the expenditure of federal Community Development Block Grant Funds for projects meeting the program guidelines and…
DCA26-0004 Comprehensive Development Code Update
Elect a Chair and Vice-Chair to the Development Code Review Committee
Consider approval of the minutes of the June 22, 2026 Development Code Review Committee Regular Meeting
Consider adoption of an ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute and administer Affordability Incentive Agreements on behalf of the City of Denton, for zoning incentives as described in Section 2.12 of the Denton Development Code…
Consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation, authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute a development agreement with Denton Enterprise Owner, LLC (“Developer”) wherein the…
Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton appointing three members to the Development Code Review Committee; and providing an effective date.
Consider approval of a resolution of the City of Denton appointing two members to the Economic Development Partnership Board and the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two Board; and providing an effective date.
Voting record (1)(Development)
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