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Morgan Hammer

Commissioner Precinct 32025-2028

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Term ending Dec 31, 2028.

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Meetings spoken in
17
Total speaking time
2:21:04
Avg per meeting
8:18
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Top issues during term (20)(General)

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]

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↑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.

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↑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.

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.

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↓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.

high↓Mar 2026[0]

data center moratorium

A pause could mean missing out on big tax revenue, but it might also save us from expensive emergency grid upgrades later.

medium↓May 2025[0]

foreign policy resolution

There is no direct financial impact on the city budget from this decision.

high↓Jan 2026[0]

government ethics investigation

Taxpayers could be on the hook for millions if these contracts were inflated or awarded unfairly.

Moved or seconded (40)

Motions Hammer 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 5-02026-04-14

    Grant Variance for Old Settlers Music Festival Portable Toilets

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed 5-02026-04-14

    to exercise the County's right to terminate the Commercial Contract (including any and all extensions) between Hays County and 400 W Old 290 & Roger Hanks Parkway, LLC related to t…

  • secondedpassed 5-02026-04-14

    authorize the execution of a Contract for Design Services (2026-PSA-63) between Hays County and Pape-Dawson Consulting Engineers, LLC to provide design engineering services for the…

  • secondedpassed 4-02026-04-14

    authorize the execution of a Professional Services Agreement (2026-PSA-59) between Hays County and Quiddity Engineering, LLC to provide Utility Coordination services for the Darden…

  • movedpassed 5-02026-04-14

    accept the regrade of the Parks and Natural Resources Manager, slot 0171-001, to Parks Superintendent, grade 126 step 9, effective as of April 16th, 2026.

  • secondedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    approve the selection of Cobb, Fendley, & Associates, Inc.to provide engineering services for the Fitzhugh Road project in Precinct 4; and authorize staff and counsel to negotiate …

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    authorize the execution of a proposal between Hays County and ICF for golden-cheeked warbler habitat occupancy surveys and reporting services not to exceed $76,697.00 on Hays Count…

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    award and execute a contract for IFB 2026-B01 Jacobs Well Road Curve between Hays County and Lone Star Sitework, LLC, in the amount of $931,291.65.

  • secondedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    accept the Subdivision Bond No.800219564 for street and drainage improvements in the amount of $918,707.00 for Parten Ranch, Phase 8.

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    approve the selection of Pape Dawson Consulting Engineers, LLC to provide design services for the RM 12 at Jacobs Well project in Precinct 3; and authorize staff and counsel to neg…

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    appoint Commissioner Morgan Hammer and Commissioner Michelle Cohen to the Kyle Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #3 Board for a 2-year term ending March 23, 2028.

  • secondedpassed 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 road construction and surface drainage improvements, release of the subdivision bond #83BSBJK9052 in the amount of $125,956.80, acceptance of the 2-year maintenance bond…

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    authorize the Constable Precinct 3 Office to lease one 2025 Chevy Tahoe ($1,220.56 monthly), and upfit with law enforcement equipment ($7,877.98), and amend the budget accordingly.

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    re-appoint Commissioner Debbie Ingalsbe and Commissioner Michelle Cohen to the Kyle Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #6 Board for a 2-year term ending March 23, 2028.

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    re-appoint Commissioner Debbie Ingalsbe and Commissioner Michelle Cohen to the Kyle Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #5 Board for a 2-year term ending March 23, 2028.

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    re-appoint Commissioner Debbie Ingalsbe and Commissioner Michelle Cohen to the Kyle Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #2 Board for a 2-year term ending March 23, 2028.

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    re-appoint Commissioner Debbie Ingalsbe and Commissioner Michelle Cohen to the Kyle Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #4 Board for a 2-year term ending March 23, 2028.

  • movedpassed 5-02026-03-24

    authorize the execution of a Contract for Engineering Services (2026-PSA-53) between Hays County and Aguirre and Fields, LP to provide Construction, Engineering, and Inspection (CE…

  • secondedpassed 4-02026-03-24

    pre-qualify the recommended respondents pursuant to RFQ 2026-Q02 Professional Engineering Services Pool to establish a new pool of firms to be used on an as-needed basis for projec…

Decisions during term (13)

Recorded while Hammer 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