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)(General)
infrastructure project completion
It saves you money on gas and vehicle wear-and-tear by cutting out those frustrating, long-way-around detours.
Law Enforcement Surveillance and AI Technology Oversight
Reallocates $96,739 from software technology to personnel costs.
Reappointment to West Travis County Public Utility Agency Board
Impacts major capital improvement projects exceeding $220 million.
Kyle Animal Shelter Interlocal Agreement
Details of specific capital allocation were not detailed in the action, but operational frameworks were established.
local government updates
These policy changes could eventually hit your wallet through shifts in local taxes or infrastructure-related fees.
zoning change
Property owners and developers will see a short delay in project timelines and associated holding costs while awaiting the rescheduled council vote.
Mental Health Court graduation
Involves contract funding requests of approximately $300,000 for mental health services and $45,000 for temporary housing support.
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.
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.
Hays County Health District
The current indigent care model costs over $30,000 per patient annually due to reliance on emergency rooms.
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.
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.
data center regulation
You might see more stable utility bills if the county prevents these massive centers from overloading our local power grid.
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.
GovPay Payment Processing Failures
Tens of thousands of dollars in uncollected or disputed public revenues.
immigration enforcement
Increased enforcement often leads to higher costs for local jails and potential legal expenses for the county.
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.
intergovernmental litigation
Expect your tax dollars to be drained by expensive legal fees while these two governments battle it out in court.
homelessness increase
Local taxpayers will likely see increased public spending as the city and county fund new shelters and support programs.
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 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 (13)
Recorded while Smith was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Work Authorization #2 with HNTB Corporation for General Engineer Consulting
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
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…
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…
Award RFP 2026-P03 Eastside Campus CMAR to Joeris General Contractors
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
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
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
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
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
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.…
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
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
Voting record (2)(General)
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