Walt Smith
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 20
- Total speaking time
- 10:21:21
- Avg per meeting
- 31:04
- Segments
- 9290
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Top issues during term (20)
Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and Salary Adjustments
Raises approximately $11.4 million in additional revenue with a proposed tax rate increase.
infrastructure project completion
It saves you money on gas and vehicle wear-and-tear by cutting out those frustrating, long-way-around detours.
elections
Voting is free, but the outcomes of these local measures will directly influence how your tax dollars are spent on city services and infrastructure.
Water Infrastructure Capacity
Contract expenditure not to exceed $542,360.00 allocated for the water study.
Law Enforcement Surveillance and AI Technology Oversight
Reallocates $96,739 from software technology to personnel costs.
Darden Hill Road Expansion
Commits over $2 million in certificate of obligation funds to preliminary engineering and design.
Road Maintenance and Resurfacing Projects
Involves multiple engineering contracts funded through county transportation bonds and capital improvement funds.
emergency management planning
While the plan requires upfront investment, it should save us a fortune in long-term recovery costs when the next disaster strikes.
County Employee Compensation
Involves a total investment of approximately $4.84 million directed primarily to employees earning under $80,000.
Reappointment to West Travis County Public Utility Agency Board
Impacts major capital improvement projects exceeding $220 million.
Water Conservation and Industrial Development
Potential future economic impacts on industrial development and county water infrastructure costs.
school district tax election
Homeowners avoid a tax increase, but the school district now faces a significant funding gap that could lead to service cuts.
Kyle Animal Shelter Interlocal Agreement
Details of specific capital allocation were not detailed in the action, but operational frameworks were established.
Dripping Springs Ranch Replat
The project is funded through an existing contract with Freese and Nichols, Inc.
public transit expansion
While funding specifics weren't detailed, expanded services typically require increased operational budgets that could impact local transit allocations.
Hays County Strategic Plan Public Engagement
Guides future capital improvement and budgeting allocations.
local government updates
These policy changes could eventually hit your wallet through shifts in local taxes or infrastructure-related fees.
sidewalk infrastructure
The city is currently weighing budget allocations to cover the costs of these repairs and new construction projects.
Memorial Day Fireworks Sales and Drought Assessment
Prevents potentially catastrophic wildfire suppression and property damage costs.
development agreement
This delay puts a temporary freeze on potential tax revenue and infrastructure investment tied to the project.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Smith 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
Accept the delivery of the Auditor's Office Quarterly Internal Examination Reports.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-04-14
Approve Commissioners Court Minutes for March 24, 2026.
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-04-14
Authorize the submission of a grant application to the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Assistance FY 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice As…
- secondedpassed 5-02026-04-14
Approve the payment of Texas Association of Counties healthcare claims and authorize an additional disbursement in an amount not to exceed $750,000.00 for healthcare claims .
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-04-14
Authorize the execution of a service agreement renewal with CML Security for the card access system, in the amount of $1,540.00, to provide manufacturer support at the Hays County …
- secondedpassed 5-02026-04-14
Approve Utility Permits.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-04-14
Authorize payment in the amount of $3,800.00 to the CTX Fieldhouse (Sunfield Station) for an early voting location, where no purchase order was obtained per the Purchasing Policy.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-04-14
Authorize the execution of a resolution of support for the Great Springs Project's grant application to the Federal Highway Association (FHWA) Federal Land Access Program (FLAP).
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 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 Preci…
- secondedpassed 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
Approve renewal of RFP 2023-P09 Delinquent Tax Collection Service for one (1) additional year, effective March 1, 2026
- movedpassed2026-03-24
adjourn court at 1:07 p.m.
- movedpassed 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 …
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-24
authorize the execution of a First Amendment to the Statement of Work with Securus Technologies, LLC related to new FCC rate change requirements and the addition of Text Connect.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-24
approve out-of-state travel, utilizing the CECC Continuing Education funds, for CECC Director Stephanie Robinson to attend the Navigator Conference on April 19 - 24, 2026 in Las Ve…
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-24
authorize payment to OCV, LLC for $7,995.00 for recurring fees, where no purchase order was in place as per the County’s Purchasing Policy.
- secondedpassed 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…
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-24
authorize the Sheriff’s Office to accept a drone, valued at $9,997.49, from the Hays County Citizens’ Academy Alumni Association and amend the budget accordingly.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-24
approve payment in the amount of $500.00 to Card Service Center for registration fees for the Advance Crime Prevention Strategies – Problem Oriented Policing (TCOLE #2102) training…
- secondedpassed 5-02026-03-24
authorize the acceptance of a budget amendment to the Office of the Governor, Specialty Courts Program, Mental Health Court Training.
Decisions during term (1082)
Recorded while Smith was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of County Invoices
Release of Maintenance Bonds for Waterstone Subdivision, Unit A
Release of Bonds and Acceptance of Roads for Waterstone Subdivision, Unit C
Release of Performance Bond for Driftwood Golf & Ranch Club Core, Phase 3
Right of Way Acquisition Services Contract for Dripping Springs Southwest Connection
Interlocal Agreement with City of Buda for Old San Antonio Road Project
Variance Approval for Silver Spur Ranchettes, Section 2, Part of Lot 11 Replat
Assessment and Collection Agreements with Savannah Ranch PID
Adoption of Hays County FY 2027 Holiday Calendar
Fireworks Sales Orders for Diwali 2026
Modification of Vacation Leave Policy (2B104)
Regrading of Veteran Service Caseworker to Grant Program Manager
Renewal of FireInspection360 and Addition of Investigation Module
Naming of Private Driveway in Precinct 3 as Windfall Oaks Way
Letter Amendment for Combined Emergency Call Center (CECC) ILA
Interlocal Agreement with City of Wimberley for Floodplain and Environmental Health Services
Interlocal Agreement with City of San Marcos for Animal Shelter Services
First Amendment to Agreement with Christus Santa Rosa San Marcos
Amendments to MOUs for Axis to Care and Austin Oaks Hospital
First Amendment to Cemetery Maintenance Contract with CY' Services and Landscape Solutions
Voting record (235)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
Fireworks Sales Orders for Diwali 2026
Approval of County Invoices
Release of Maintenance Bonds for Waterstone Subdivision, Unit A
Release of Bonds and Acceptance of Roads for Waterstone Subdivision, Unit C
Release of Performance Bond for Driftwood Golf & Ranch Club Core, Phase 3
Right of Way Acquisition Services Contract for Dripping Springs Southwest Connection
Interlocal Agreement with City of Buda for Old San Antonio Road Project
Variance Approval for Silver Spur Ranchettes, Section 2, Part of Lot 11 Replat
Assessment and Collection Agreements with Savannah Ranch PID
Adoption of Hays County FY 2027 Holiday Calendar
Modification of Vacation Leave Policy (2B104)
Regrading of Veteran Service Caseworker to Grant Program Manager
Renewal of FireInspection360 and Addition of Investigation Module
Naming of Private Driveway in Precinct 3 as Windfall Oaks Way
Letter Amendment for Combined Emergency Call Center (CECC) ILA
Interlocal Agreement with City of Wimberley for Floodplain and Environmental Health Services
Interlocal Agreement with City of San Marcos for Animal Shelter Services
First Amendment to Agreement with Christus Santa Rosa San Marcos
Amendments to MOUs for Axis to Care and Austin Oaks Hospital
First Amendment to Cemetery Maintenance Contract with CY' Services and Landscape Solutions
First Amendment to Engineering Services Agreement with Halff Associates
Approval of Mandatory Payments for Healthcare Provider Participation Program
Appraisal Authorization for Real Property Near FM 150 East in Kyle
Adopt FY2027 County Budget and Tax Rate
Remove Axon AI Funding from Sheriff's Budget
Adopt FY2027 Civilian Salary Chart and Market Adjustments
Adoption of Updated Election Equipment Fee Schedule
Acknowledgement of Sheriff's Office AI Commitment (G-18)
Budget Inclusion for Axon Contract First-Year Financing
Authorization of Three-Year Financing for New Election Equipment
Set Proposed Tax Rate Ceiling for FY 2027
Approve Consent Agenda
Acknowledge Hospital District Voter Petition
Concerns over the validity and handling of petition signatures.