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Hays County
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Debbie Gonzales Ingalsbe

Commissioner Precinct 11997-2028

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Term ending Dec 31, 2028 · Commissioners Court.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
12
Total speaking time
2:01:37
Avg per meeting
10:08
Segments
1957

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Top issues during term (20)(General)

medium↑Jun 2022[54]

infrastructure project completion

It saves you money on gas and vehicle wear-and-tear by cutting out those frustrating, long-way-around detours.

critical↑Oct 2025[30]

Law Enforcement Surveillance and AI Technology Oversight

Reallocates $96,739 from software technology to personnel costs.

critical→Nov 2025[21]

Reappointment to West Travis County Public Utility Agency Board

Impacts major capital improvement projects exceeding $220 million.

high↑Jan 2026[16]

Kyle Animal Shelter Interlocal Agreement

Details of specific capital allocation were not detailed in the action, but operational frameworks were established.

medium↑Sep 2026[15]

local government updates

These policy changes could eventually hit your wallet through shifts in local taxes or infrastructure-related fees.

medium↑Sep 2026[10]

zoning change

Property owners and developers will see a short delay in project timelines and associated holding costs while awaiting the rescheduled council vote.

critical↓Jun 2026[10]

Mental Health Court graduation

Involves contract funding requests of approximately $300,000 for mental health services and $45,000 for temporary housing support.

medium↑Sep 2026[5]

solar energy regulations

Your monthly utility bill is going to change because you'll get credits for excess energy, but you'll also have to pay a brand-new monthly fee.

medium↑Sep 2026[5]

noise mitigation

While exact costs aren't set yet, the city might spend some cash on studies, sound barriers, or new equipment to muffle the neighborhood noise.

high↑Mar 2026[5]

Hays County Health District

The current indigent care model costs over $30,000 per patient annually due to reliance on emergency rooms.

medium↑Sep 2026[5]

first responder compensation and health

It's going to cost taxpayers more upfront, but keeping experienced first responders on the job saves money on hiring and training replacements later.

medium↑Jan 2026[5]

public health alert

You might end up with a hefty vet or medical bill if your pet gets into a fight or you have an unexpected encounter.

high↓Feb 2026[4]

data center regulation

You might see more stable utility bills if the county prevents these massive centers from overloading our local power grid.

medium↓Jan 2026[2]

federal-local law enforcement relations

Taxpayers might end up footing the bill for extra administrative strain and potential legal disputes between local and federal authorities.

critical↓Mar 2023[1]

GovPay Payment Processing Failures

Tens of thousands of dollars in uncollected or disputed public revenues.

medium↓Jan 2026[0]

immigration enforcement

Increased enforcement often leads to higher costs for local jails and potential legal expenses for the county.

high↓Aug 2025[0]

redistricting

Redistricting costs taxpayers money for legal fees and administrative mapping, but the real cost is how it shifts where your tax dollars get prioritized.

high↓Apr 2026[0]

intergovernmental litigation

Expect your tax dollars to be drained by expensive legal fees while these two governments battle it out in court.

medium↓Apr 2024[0]

homelessness increase

Local taxpayers will likely see increased public spending as the city and county fund new shelters and support programs.

medium↓Feb 2026[0]

law enforcement misconduct

Taxpayers could be on the hook for expensive legal settlements and potential lawsuits if the county is found liable for failing to prevent this misconduct.

Moved or seconded (40)

Motions Ingalsbe 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 5-02026-04-14

    adopt a resolution determining the necessity of, and authorizing the use of, Hays County's power of eminent domain to acquire a fee simple interest in 2.740 acres from property loc…

  • movedpassed 5-02026-04-14

    Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of Amendment No. 5 to the Department of State Health Services, Public Health Emergency Preparedness grant contract in the amount of $126,723.00.

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed 5-02026-04-14

    award and execute a contract for IFB 2026-B06 Concrete between Hays County and TRUE Construction, LLC to provide concrete materials countywide on an as-needed basis.

  • movedpassed 5-02026-04-14

    Adopt a Proclamation recognizing April 12-18, 2026, as National Animal Control Appreciation Week.

  • movedpassed 5-02026-04-14

    adopt a resolution determining the necessity of, and authorizing the use of, Hays County's power of eminent domain to acquire a fee simple interest in 0.0376 acres from property lo…

  • movedpassed 5-02026-04-14

    Adopt a Proclamation recognizing April 12-18, 2026, as National Telecommunicators Week.

  • movedpassed 5-02026-04-14

    Adopt a Proclamation recognizing April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month.

  • movedpassed 5-02026-04-14

    authorize the execution of an engagement letter, effective March 25, 2026, between Hays County and Waterloo Legal Services, PLLC related to the planned development and financing of…

  • secondedpassed 5-02026-04-14

    Adopt a Proclamation recognizing April 2026 as Prevention of Animal Cruelty Month.

  • secondedpassed 5-02026-04-14

    approve the selection of Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. to provide utility coordination services for the Hillside Terrace project in Precinct 2; and authorize staff and counsel t…

  • movedpassed 5-02026-04-14

    Authorize the execution of a Termite Service Agreement between Hays County, Texas and The Bug Master in the amount of $900.00 for termite pest control services related to the Precinct 5 building and authorize a waiver to the purchasing…

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed 5-02026-04-14

    Discussion and possible action to authorize the execution of the First Amendment to the Ellington Development Agreement executed on or about September 16, 2025 between Hays County ("County") and GBRK Edgewood LLC ("Declarant").

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    authorize counsel to accept and execute a settlement agreement from Pecos Housing Finance Corporation regarding the withdrawal of their appeal related to the City of San Marcos, Ci…

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    amend the Southside Community Center Social Services Contract for FY 2026, adding one-time funding of $100,000.00 to assist the community with housing insecurity and amend the budg…

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    authorize the Constable Precinct 1 Office to lease one Ford Interceptor ($930.68 monthly), and upfit the vehicle with the needed law enforcement equipment ($24,689.50), and amend t…

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    approve the selection of Halff Associates, Inc. to provide Right-of-Way services for the Dairy Road project in Precinct 1; and authorize staff and counsel to negotiate a contract.

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hays County Office of Emergency Services and The American National Red Cross Central & South Texas Region for purposes of prepar…

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    accept the organizational restructure of the Development Services Office, reassignment of managerial duties, and related regrade of the Development Services Manager, slot 1169-001,…

  • secondedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    ratify approval of the Hawk Ridge Phase 2 Replat of lots 2-16 & 27(PLN-2855-PC).

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    adopt a Proclamation Recognizing the week of April 6, 2026 as National Public Health Week.

Decisions during term (13)

Recorded while Ingalsbe was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approved5-0Sep 8, 2026

Work Authorization #2 with HNTB Corporation for General Engineer Consulting

approved5-0Sep 1, 2026

Authorize the Sheriff’s Office to accept insurance proceeds valued at $1,071.00 from General Motors Insurance for vehicle repair and amend the budget accordingly. INGALSBE/HIPOLITO

tabledSep 1, 2026

Discussion and possible action to authorize the execution of Work Authorization #2 for Fiscal Year 2027 between Hays County and HNTB Corporation for General Engineer Consulting Services in the amount of $8,283,669.00 related to road…

tabledSep 1, 2026

Discussion and possible action to authorize the execution of Work Authorization #11 for Fiscal Year 2027 between Hays County and HNTB Corporation in the amount of $695,640.00 to continue providing General Engineer Consulting (GEC)/Program…

approvedVoted yes4-1May 12, 2026

Award RFP 2026-P03 Eastside Campus CMAR to Joeris General Contractors

approved5-0May 12, 2026

Authorize the execution of a General and No Litigation Certificate of Hays County related to the issuance of bonds by Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation for Redwood Apartments in Hays County, San Marcos, Texas. INGALSBE

approvedApr 28, 2026

Discussion and possible action to authorize the execution of engagement letters and file transfer authorizations between Hays County and Michael Best & Friedrich LLP related to general County litigation matters. INGALSBE

approved5-0Mar 24, 2026

Discussion and possible action to consider granting a variance to the Hays County Development Regulations, Chapter 705.2.01, General Subdivision Requirements, to the owner of 1816 Uhland Road, San Marcos, TX. INGALSBE/BOUTTÉ

approvedVoted yes5-0Feb 24, 2026

Approve Amendment 1 to the General Land Office Contract No. 22-130-022D868 for a period not to exceed February 28, 2027. BECERRA/BOUTTE/M.JONES

approved5-0Feb 24, 2026

Approve Amendment 1 to the General Land Office Contract No. 22-130-022D868 for a period not to exceed February 28, 2027. BECERRA/BOUTTE/M.JONES

approved5-0Jan 20, 2026

Discussion and possible action to ratify the acceptance of a grant award from the Office of the Governor, Victims Assistance, General Direct Services grant program in the amount of $58,478.38 and amend the budget accordingly.…

approved5-0Jan 6, 2026

Authorize the execution of a General and No Litigation Certificate of Hays County related to the issuance of bonds by Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation for Northside Village in Williamson County, Texas. BECERRA

approved5-0Jan 6, 2026

Authorize the execution of a General and No Litigation Certificate of Hays County related to the issuance of bonds by Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation for Northside Village in Williamson County, Texas. BECERRA