Dianne Edmondson
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 25
- Total speaking time
- 58:11
- Avg per meeting
- 2:20
- Segments
- 1040
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Top issues during term (20)(General)
FY 2027 Budget and Staffing
Total county budget set at $495,100,302 with a lowered property tax rate of $0.183394.
urban planning
Expect your property taxes or utility fees to shift as the city funds the massive infrastructure upgrades needed to support all these new neighbors.
287(g) Immigration Program
The resident noted a potential $140,000 grant associated with the program.
Public Health Funding
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legal dispute / public facility policy
Taxpayers could be on the hook for significant legal fees if this battle drags through the courts.
population growth
You can expect your property taxes and cost of living to climb as the city scrambles to fund new infrastructure for all these new people.
political redistricting
Redrawing maps costs taxpayer money for administrative work and potential legal battles if the new lines are challenged.
animal shelter
Your local taxes will likely go up to fund the construction and daily operations of the new shelter.
city management
It just maintains the current budget for the interim role, so no surprise costs for taxpayers.
state preemption of local governance
Legal battles like this cost taxpayers a fortune in litigation fees and could lead to expensive shifts in how city services are managed.
Civil Courts Building Construction
The project is currently within the projected budget, though costs are being monitored.
marijuana decriminalization
It saves the city from wasting time and money on legal battles over a policy that was never going to hold up in court.
vehicle emissions testing
You'll still be on the hook for the annual testing fee, so budget accordingly.
cemetery deed amendment
There is no significant cost to taxpayers, as this was a routine administrative update to city documentation.
domestic violence response
While upfront funding is needed for mental health staffing, it could save money long-term by reducing repeat emergency calls and hospital visits.
right-of-way acquisition
The city is investing $82,950 upfront to secure the necessary land for upcoming public works.
ethics complaint
It's too early to tell if this will cost taxpayers anything, but ethics investigations usually drain some city resources.
state preemption litigation
Taxpayers could be on the hook for massive legal fees as cities fight to keep their local control.
fee updates and waivers
You'll save money on permit costs if you need to tear out a damaged pool.
surveillance technology
While exact costs weren' taxpayers would likely foot the bill for buying, installing, and maintaining these camera networks.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Edmondson personally put forward or seconded. Attribution comes from the minutes; where the minutes name somebody we cannot match to the roster we leave it out rather than guess, so this is a floor, not a total.
- secondedpassed 4-02026-08-25
Move to approve by Comm. Mitchell, seconded by Comm. Edmondson.
- secondedpassed 4-02026-08-25
Move to approve by Comm. Williams, seconded by Comm. Edmondson.
- secondedpassed 4-02026-08-25
Move to approve by Comm. Mitchell, seconded by Comm. Edmondson.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-19
Approval of proposing a tax rate in the amount of $0.183394 per $100 valuation for tax year 2026 for Denton County. Attachment: Briefing Memo-Proposed Tax Rate 2
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-18
Approval of a resolution recognizing Heidi Lewis’s retirement, and any appropriate action.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-18
Approval Amendment NO. 2 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Denton County, Texas, and the Town of Flower Mound, Texas, for construction of Denton Creek Boulevard Bridg…
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-18
Approval to contract with TJ’s Professional Painting for the exterior painting of the Southwest Courthouse Building
- movedpassed 4-02026-08-04
Approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to the Professional Engineering and Surveying Services Agreement between Denton County, Texas and Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (for…
- movedpassed 4-02026-08-04
Approval of the renewal of EnerGov Software, from Tyler Technologies, Inc., in the amount of $119,109.20, through the Sourcewell Cooperative Contract #060624-TTI, for Development Services; and any appropriate action. Attachment: Agenda Memo Attachment: Court Docs
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 4-02026-08-04
Approval of renewal of RFP #24-2811, Medical Laboratory Services for Jail and Public Health to LabCorp; and any appropriate action.
- movedpassed 4-02026-08-04
Approval for payment of clothing stipend and phone allowance for Lt. Andrew Shelton (ID# 321-Ja) whose promotion was approved and went into effect on May 6, 2026, and any appropria…
- movedpassed 4-02026-08-04
Appointment to DENCO Area 9-1-1 Board
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-07-28
Move to approve by Judge , seconded by Comm. Edmondson.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-07-28
Move to approve by Comm. Williams, seconded by Comm. Edmondson.
- movedpassed 5-02026-07-07
Move to approve by Comm. Edmondson, seconded by Comm. Williams.
- movedpassed 5-02026-07-07
Move to approve by Comm. Edmondson, seconded by Comm. Mitchell.
- movedpassed 5-02026-07-07
Move to approve by Comm. Edmondson, seconded by Comm. Williams.
- secondedpassed 4-02026-06-30
Approval of Bill Report. (Payments from CSCD, Community Corrections, TAIP, Sheriff’s Training, Sheriff’s Forfeiture, VIT Interest, and DA Forfeiture Funds are presented for recordi…
- secondedpassed 4-02026-06-30
Approval to replace and surplus a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado Pickup (CP21504), with a 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe PPV, for Constable Precinct 1, as recommended by the Vehicle Assessment Committee (VAC); and any appropriate action. Attachment: Agenda Memo Attachment: Court Docs
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 4-02026-06-30
Budget Amendment #2026-306 (Jail Overtime)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
Decisions during term (6)
Recorded while Edmondson was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Notice of General Election (November 3, 2026)
Approval of the purchase of Auto and General Liability Insurance Coverage from Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool for FY2027; and any appropriate action.
Order of Election for November 3, 2026 General Election
Approval of decrease in funding for Property and General Liability Insurance. Non-Departmental.
Contract with G2 General Contractors for Administrative Complex Column Repairs
Approval to contract with G2 General Contractors for the Administrative Courthouse - Glass Door Replacement, in the amount of $427,080.83, through the Texas Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) Cooperative Contract #241001; and any…
Voting record (0)(General)
No votes found matching General.