Jason De Leon
About
Jason De Leon's platform centers on a 'Forward' agenda that prioritizes urban growth and public safety. His primary legislative goals involve enhancing city mobility and strengthening law enforcement resources to support Edinburg's development.
Campaign promises (2)
- infrastructureJason De Leon aims to increase mobility and transportation infrastructure within the city of Edinburg.
- public-safetyDe Leon has pledged to increase the number of police officers serving the city.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 8
- Total speaking time
- 15:01
- Avg per meeting
- 1:53
- Segments
- 248
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Top issues during term (20)
Airport Expansion and Economic Development
The event involved an EDC/city investment of approximately $180,000 and drove significant local economic activity and sponsorships.
Multi-Family Housing Development
Potential increase in local property tax base and infrastructure demand along Highway 107.
EMS Service Partnership
EMS services are now fully funded within the city's annual budget.
Infrastructure and Growth
Drives residential construction investment and adds future property tax revenue.
Flood Mitigation and Drainage Improvements
Ensures proper drainage maintenance and protects public infrastructure from costly remediation.
Infrastructure and Zoning Concerns
Property value changes and future commercial tax revenues will depend on the council's final decisions.
Signage Regulations
These changes could affect property values and infrastructure maintenance costs for the city.
EMS Service Partnership
EMS services are now fully funded within the city's annual budget.
municipal election
The election will require city funds to manage polling operations and ballot administration.
Data Center Policy
Residents fear higher electricity and water bills if infrastructure upgrades are passed on to them.
Infrastructure and Zoning Concerns
Will affect development costs and infrastructure planning across the municipality.
Golf Course Management
The city aims to reduce the financial burden on taxpayers by making the courses profitable.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Tax Rate
The tax rate remains steady at $0.6300 per $100 valuation.
Building Permit Fee Increases
The tax rate remains steady at $0.6300 per $100 valuation.
Legislative Advocacy
The city will spend $3,000 on the sponsorship.
RGV Food Bank Empty Bowls Sponsorship
The sponsorship cost is $2,500.
Unified Development Code Comprehensive Updates
Will affect development costs and infrastructure planning across the municipality.
AMIG Heights Subdivision Variance Request
Could influence housing density and development costs for townhomes in the area.
Airport Racetrack Lease and Operations Agreement
The lease agreement will generate rental revenue and operational activity at the municipal airport.
Police Department Civil Service Compensation Plan
Adjustments to police compensation will impact the city's personnel budget allocations.
Decisions during term (485)
Recorded while Leon was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.