Jeff Bass

Short-term Rental Zoning

Impacts lodging tax collections and property values for existing short-term rental operators.

All Abilities Initiatives

Costs will depend on the scale of the proposed resource fair and existing municipal HR operational budgets.

Animal Shelter Operations and Outreach

Operational updates may reflect existing city budget allocations for animal care and control services.

Shelter Operations Update

Operational costs are managed within the existing Animal Services department budget.

Vaccine and Microchip Clinics

Vaccine clinics are supported through departmental resources and nominal fee structures.

Granville Arts Center Renovation Input

Utilizes approved bond funds to execute $25 million in facility upgrades.

FY 2027 Budget and Tax Rate Rebalancing

Sets the property tax rate at 67.99 cents per $100 of valuation for FY 2026-2027, affecting all property owners in Garland.

Facilities Contract Management & Downtown Agreements

Identified potential savings and efficiencies across security camera support contracts, furniture procurement, and billing error recoveries.

Technology and Communication Accessibility

Potential monthly fee for residents, though supporters argue it's significantly lower than traditional healthcare costs.

Data Center Development and Impact

Data centers are projected to contribute significantly to the TIF's tax base, but their long-term sustainability and infrastructure demands require careful consideration.

telehealth contract cancellation

Avoids costs associated with holding an unnecessary election.

city manager removal

Who knows how much this whole mess will cost the city in the long run?

tree removal

Taxpayer money might be spent to replant or restore the area, but the exact cost is still up in the air.

city manager performance

Who knows how much this whole mess will cost the city in the long run, but taxpayers are definitely watching.

Approval of General Election Canvass Ordinance

Cancel May 2, 2026 General Election