Ricardo A. Samaniego
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- Meetings spoken in
- 60
- Total speaking time
- 17:37:01
- Avg per meeting
- 17:37
- Segments
- 18644
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Top issues during term (19)(Budget)
Sheriff's Office Budget and Staffing
Matters discussed involve the allocation and deployment of resources within the El Paso County Sheriff's Office budget.
Strategic Leadership and Governance Planning
Directly shapes the allocation of county resources and the upcoming fiscal year budgets.
Sheriff's Office Budget Deficit
The Sheriff's Office budget reflects a multi-million dollar deficit affecting county finances.
Sheriff's Office Budget and Staffing
The Sheriff's Office is currently utilizing approximately $11 million in overtime, which the county aims to reduce through potential staffing adjustments.
Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and Tax Rate Proposal
Total budget of $696.8 million with a general fund of $542.4 million.
election and tax rates
The proposed budget includes a $696.7 million all-funds total, with significant focus on general fund reserves.
Small Municipality Infrastructure Support
The current funding fee has remained stagnant since 1997, creating a shortfall for modern infrastructure needs.
Certified Appraisal Roll and Property Valuations
Influences property tax bills and revenue generation for local taxing entities.
Sheriff's Office Personnel Policy Updates
Potential impact on departmental efficiency and promotional salary structures.
school district budget crisis
You might see your property taxes shift or school services get slashed to cover the district's massive debt.
Property Tax Rate Ceiling
The proposed rate of $0.504717 per $100 valuation serves as a maximum limit for the upcoming fiscal year.
property tax exemption
You could see a noticeable drop in your annual property tax bill depending on your home's valuation.
municipal bond funding
You’ll likely see this reflected in your property taxes, though the city argues it’s a smarter way to fund projects than paying higher interest later.
municipal taxation and fees
The city is now facing a major budget shortfall and may have to refund millions in collected fees.
Property Tax Rate Ceiling
The proposed rate of $0.504717 per $100 valuation serves as a maximum limit for the upcoming fiscal year.
opioid settlement fund management
The court approved the allocation of over $160,000 in settlement funds.
property tax administration
It doesn't change your bill, but it gives you the intel to spot exactly which local agencies are driving up your costs.
property tax analysis
Understanding these numbers is the first step to knowing if you're overpaying or if your tax dollars are actually being put to good use.
property tax relief
Your tax bill likely stayed higher than you anticipated because the state's relief measures were offset by rising property valuations.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Samaniego 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.
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-31
Approve and authorize the transfer and removal of surplus assets from the respective departments to the Purchasing Department in compliance with Texas Local Government Code Section 262.011(j). See attachment. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-24
Receive a presentation, discuss and take appropriate action on the Fiscal Year 2026- 2027 budget and property tax rate for Emergency Service District #2. Carmen Arrieta-Candelaria, Director, Budget and Finance, 915-273-3726
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-24
Receive a presentation from the Public Works- Parks and Recreation Department regarding the proposed new fee schedules. Further, approve the implementation of the new Fee Schedule as presented and authorize the implementation to take effect on October 1, 2026. as per Local Government Code, Title 10,
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-24
(Postponed 7/27/26, 8/10/26) Receive a presentation, discuss, and provide feedback to the County’s Strategic Plan, Goal 7.2 Facility Benefits Equity Assessment. Sam Trujillo, Interim Chief Human Resources Officer, Human Resources Department, 915- 273-3520
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-24
Discuss and take appropriate action to adopt the 2026 Property Tax Rate on behalf and for the El Paso County Hospital District d/b/a University Medical Center of El Paso in accordance with Texas Health and Safety Code section 281.121(a)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-24
COMMISSIONERS COURT VOTES UNANIMOUSLY THAT DELIBERATION IN AN OPEN MEETING WOULD HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE POSITION OF THE COMMISSIONERS COURT IN NEGOTIATIONS WITH A THIRD P…
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-24
Discuss and take appropriate action to adopt the 2026 Property Tax Rate on behalf and for the El Paso County Hospital District d/b/a University Medical Center of El Paso in accordance with Texas Health and Safety Code section 281.121(a)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-24
APPROVE THE ITEMS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA. A CORRECTION WAS READ IN FOR ITEM #4I PER THE COUNTY JUDGE'S OFFICE, AND ITEM #4N WAS DELETED BY THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT DUE T…
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-24
Receive a presentation, discuss and take appropriate action on the Fiscal Year 2026- 2027 budget and property tax rate for Emergency Service District #2. Carmen Arrieta-Candelaria, Director, Budget and Finance, 915-273-3726
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-24
Receive a presentation, discuss and take appropriate action on the Fiscal Year 2026- 2027 budget and property tax rate for Emergency Service District #2. Carmen Arrieta-Candelaria, Director, Budget and Finance, 915-273-3726
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-24
(GO BOND 24PREI1) Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign and finalize the Construction Manager at Risk Contract (CMAR) with Dantex Construction Company, Inc. of El Paso, Texas for the El Paso County Animal Shelter. Funds are available in
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-17
Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing Christian Alvarado for his outstanding achievements in martial arts and soccer, his representation of El Paso on national and international stages, and his commitment to inspiring future generations of athletes in El Paso County, Texas
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-17
Data Center Resolution and Letter
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-17
Discuss and take appropriate action regarding Governor Greg Abbott's directive to audit large-scale data center projects within the ERCOT service area, including signing a corresponding resolution as well as signing and sending a letter requesting that similar review and policy considerations be app
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-17
Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing the Job Corps graduating class of 2026. Jackie Butler, Commissioner, Precinct 1, 915-273-3594
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-17
Approve and adopt a resolution recognizing Dr. Tiffany Tajiri and the official debut of the "That's So El Paso" music video as a celebration of the people, culture, military heritage, and community spirit that define El Paso County, Texas. Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 9
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-17
Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.025(g), hold a public hearing regarding the County Clerk's Records Archive Preservation and Restoration Plan and the assessment of a $10.00 fee for Fiscal Year 2027. Delia Briones, County Clerk, County Clerk's Office, 915-273-3532
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-03
Discuss, provide direction, and take appropriate action regarding an Internal Revenue request to agree to extend the time to assess employment taxes for the tax periods ending March 2023 through December 2023. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 3-02026-07-27
Discuss and take appropriate action to name the County Annex at 320 S. Campbell after former County Attorney and State Senator Jose R. Rodriguez. Further, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §292.001, relating to Commissioners Court authority to maintain existing buildings, approve and authorize
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 3-02026-07-27
Receive a presentation from the Public Works - Parks and Recreation Department regarding the proposed new fee schedules. Further, approve the implementation of the
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
Decisions during term (61)
Recorded while Samaniego was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Budget Amendment No. 45(a)
Budget Amendment No. 01 (FY27)
Budget Amendment No. 45 (FY26)
Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Second Amendment to the Boosting Tourism Services Agreement with LJA Engineering Inc. to adjust the project budget line items to ensure delivery of all items within the scope of work.…
Approve budget amendment No.43 to the El Paso County’s 2025-2026 operating budget. This budgetary amendment will increase Grants by $2,324,561.26, thus increasing the overall budget of $681,614,389.50 to $683,938,950.76.
Approve and authorize a budget transfer within the Parks and Recreation Department and Divisions, reallocating $22,000 from GF-SWIMMING-OP-YMCA-CONTR SVC to GF-ASCARATE-OPS EXPENSES-GEN, and $11,000 from GF-SWIMMING-OP-YMCA-CONTR SVC to…
Approve and authorize the purchase of Budget Management System for Budget and Finance Department using Sourcewell #060624-GTH awarded to GTY Technology/Euna Solutions of Chicago, IL for a total amount of $633,223.95. Purchasing approved on…
Adoption of FY 2027 County Operating Budget and Tax Rate
Adoption of Sheriff's Office Budget Letter and In-Person Appearance Request
Approval of County Auditor's FY2027 Salary Plan and Budget
Adoption of FY2027 Operating Budget
Budget Amendment No. 41(a) for Sheriff's Office and Courthouse Security
Approve budget amendment No.41 to the El Paso County’s 2025-2026 operating budget. This budgetary amendment will increase Grants by $9,080,740.23, thus increasing the overall budget of $669,361,276.80 to $678,442,017.03.
UMC FY 2027 Annual Budget
El Paso County 911 District FY 2027 Budget
Emergency Services District No. 1 Budget and Tax Rate
Emergency Services District No. 2 Budget and Tax Rate
Public Works Signage Supplemental Budget
District Clerk Budget Reduction and Contingency Increase
JPD Budget and Security Positions Approval
Voting record (66)(Budget)
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