William D. Hatfield
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 2
- Total speaking time
- 33:42
- Avg per meeting
- 16:51
- Segments
- 1114
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Top issues during term (20)
law enforcement operations
Taxpayers are footing the bill for these intensive operations, which could lead to higher public safety costs if the crackdown continues long-term.
FY 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Rate Adoption
Affects county property tax rates and overall municipal spending for the upcoming fiscal year.
energy infrastructure development
This project brings a $400 million capital injection into the county, likely boosting the local tax base and creating construction jobs.
Outdoor Burn Ban Extension
None directly, but prevents costly wildfire emergency responses.
Animal Control Facility Development
The project involves significant capital investment, though specific costs for the new design are pending.
Nuisance Property Enforcement
You could end up paying extra in late fees or court costs if you wait until they come to find you.
County Financial Administration & Grants
Provides state funding support for local law enforcement compensation.
public safety advisory
Staying home saves you from the potential costs of a car accident or emergency towing fees.
Rail Trail Security
The total distribution amount is $136,000.
Community Event Funding
The county is allocating a total of $4,500 in support for these two community events.
Courthouse Infrastructure
$72,957 for delivery and installation.
election administration
Taxpayers might end up footing the bill for the city's legal defense if this fight drags out in court.
County IT Leadership Transition
Standard departmental salary allocation for the IT Director position.
emergency management
You might be on the hook for cleanup costs or property repairs, so check with your insurance provider immediately.
municipal staffing
These leadership changes could shift how the city allocates your tax dollars across various public services.
Summit Park Management
The county is currently paying for utilities and maintenance without a clear return on investment.
Regional Groundwater Conservation District Creation
Legal service costs will be incurred for representation regarding the district's creation.
County Cybersecurity Upgrades
Covered under county risk management pool services.
Opioid Litigation Settlement Participation
Potential financial recovery or settlement funds for the county.
2026 Seal Coat Road Project
County expenditure of $974,471.58 for road infrastructure improvements.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Hatfield 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 5-02026-05-07
Motioned by Comm. Hatfield, Seconded by Comm. Timmins, All members voting in favor, Motion carried unanimously (5-0)
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-07
Motioned by Comm. Hatfield Seconded by Comm. Ebarb All members voting in favor Motion carried unanimously (5-0) Order #2026-155
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-07
Motioned by Comm. Hatfield, Seconded by Comm. Koos, All members voting in favor, Motion carried unanimously (5-0)
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-07
Motioned by Comm. Hatfield Seconded by Comm. Timmins All members voting in favor Motion carried unanimously (5-0) Order #2026-159
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-07
Motioned by Comm. Hatfield, Seconded by Comm. Timmins, All members voting in favor, Motion carried unanimously (5-0)
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-07
Consideration and action regarding the contract between Harrison County and Texas AWOS Services, LLC for the monthly maintenance fee of the Automated Weather Observing System and provide authorization for the payments for February, March, April 2026 invoices for a total
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-07
Consideration and action regarding review of the Application for Grant from the Texas Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority for the 2026-2027 year to renew annual lease of 30 FLOCK ALPRs, funding of a forklift for Callum St. Impound Yard operations and funding of 30 sets of
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-07
Consideration and action, subject to ratification in Open Court, the authorization for publication of the Request for Qualifications for Professional Engineering Services to allow Harrison County to received qualification statement for services to utilize multiple engineering/design and
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-07
Consideration and action regarding the quote from Dynamic Epoxy Coatings, LLC in the amount of $12,475.00 to secure scheduling and materials to coat the floors and stairwell with epoxy cove and the placement of the Harrison County Seal on floor at the Harrison County Airport Terminal
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-03-12
approve the transfer of funds in the amount of $156.246.40 to Thyssenkrupp Elevator Corp for the repair of the jail elevator to be paid from line item 710.695.455.40
- movedpassed 5-02026-03-12
Motioned by Comm. Hatfield Seconded by Comm. Ebarb
- movedpassed 5-02026-03-12
Motioned by Comm. Hatfield, Seconded by Comm. Timmins
- movedpassed 5-02026-03-12
Motioned by Comm. Hatfield Seconded by Comm. Ebarb
- movedpassed 5-02026-03-12
Motioned by Comm. Hatfield, Seconded by Comm. Ebarb
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-12
approve Line Item Transfers NO LINE ITEM TRANSFERS
- movedpassed 5-02026-03-12
approve the payment in the amount of $50,813.50 allocated from the 2025 Collections- Child Safety Fee with the incorporated cities within Harrison County to be disburdened $44,671.…
- movedpassed 5-02026-03-12
Consideration and action regarding a Budget Amendment – Insurance Proceeds; per LGC 111.0108: Special Budget for Revenue received after the start of the fiscal year
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-02-26
approve the preliminary plat for “Southern Pines Addition, Phase 2” Subdivision off of FM 2208, in PCT 4.
- movedpassed 5-02026-02-26
Motioned by Commissioner Hatfield and seconded by Commissioner Timmins
- movedpassed 5-02026-02-26
approve the final plat for “Sunset Acres” Subdivision at the intersection of Holcomb Rd (CR1308) and FM 1186, in PCT 1.
Decisions during term (186)
Recorded while Hatfield was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Line Item Transfers
Approval of Regular Bills
Approval of Payroll
Budget Amendment - SB224 Grant
Budget Amendment - Tobacco Compliance Grant
Road and Bridge Personnel Changes
Road and Bridge Utility Applications
Sheriff's Office K9 Donation
Approval of Minutes
Treasurer's Monthly and Investment Reports
Debtbook Software Renewal
Indigent Defense Grant Resolution
2027 Sheriffs and Constables Fees
Woolpert Task Order #1
Extension of Outdoor Burn Ban
District Attorney Reimbursements and Lunch Expenses
Line Item Transfers
Regular Bills
Payroll
Budget Amendment - Auto Insurance Claims
Voting record (1)
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