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Marco Mejia

District 3 Councilmember2025-2028

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At a glance

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Term ending Dec 31, 2028.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
12
Total speaking time
48:17
Avg per meeting
4:01
Segments
870

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Top issues during term (20)

critical↓Jan 2025[28]

Infrastructure and Road Improvements

The city will spend $181,761 on transit services for the upcoming fiscal year.

high↑Sep 2026[23]

Alcohol Sales Variance and Property Compliance

Generates ongoing property and sales tax revenue for the city.

critical↑Aug 2026[15]

Atmos Energy Rate Increase Settlement

Average residential bills using 5,000 gallons will see a minor monthly increase of $4.68, moving from $121.41 to $126.09.

critical↓Aug 2025[14]

Warehouse Development and Traffic

None to the city; the cost of mitigation would fall on the property owner.

high↑Sep 2026[10]

Animal Shelter Expansion and Renovation Design

While a total projected cost was not finalized at this session, the council previously authorized a $353,500 architectural services agreement with HED.

high↓Jun 2026[6]

Parks Master Plan Implementation

The city has approximately $400,000 in one-time capital funds available for park projects.

high↑Mar 2026[5]

public safety and traffic enforcement

The estimated cost for the purchase and implementation of the program is $368,237.88.

critical↓May 2026[5]

Fire Station No. 4 Construction

The project cost is $14,181,332.

high↑Aug 2025[5]

commercial development

It’s a potential goldmine for the city’s tax coffers, though it could drive up utility costs if the grid needs major upgrades.

critical↓Aug 2026[5]

Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Operating Budget

Total expenditures are budgeted at $114.3 million with projected revenues of $117.0 million, adding roughly $2.6 million to reserves.

high↓Aug 2026[5]

Public Transportation

The city will spend $181,761 on transit services for the upcoming fiscal year.

high↓Jan 2026[5]

Appointment of City Attorney

The cost of the contract will be determined during the final agreement negotiations.

medium↓Apr 2025[2]

downtown economic development

Local businesses are seeing a major boost in revenue as the area becomes a destination again.

medium↓Apr 2026[1]

Youth Advisory Committee Initiatives

Costs for new recreational facilities are currently under discussion.

high↓Feb 2026[1]

Solid Waste Contract Renewal and Rate Adjustment

Residential trash rates will increase to $20.00 per month beginning July 2026.

high↓Mar 2026[1]

Public Safety Drone Program

Estimated initial cost is approximately $368,237.88 for three drones and the first year of service.

medium↓Mar 2026[1]

Residential Subdivision Parking and Alley Regulations

Minimal costs for potential signage or educational materials.

low↓Mar 2026[1]

Potential Federal Facility Siting Awareness

critical↓Apr 2026[1]

public safety staffing

You'll likely see a bump in your local taxes or a reallocation of city funds to cover the cost of hiring more first responders.

medium↓Apr 2026[1]

Youth Advisory Committee Initiatives

Costs for new recreational facilities are currently under discussion.

Decisions during term (154)

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

approvedSep 28, 2026

Approval of Minutes

approvedVoted yes5-2Sep 28, 2026

Variance Request for Alcoholic Beverage Sales at 2601 N. Dallas Ave.

approved9-0Sep 21, 2026

Approval of Public Improvement District (PID) Ordinances (Items 1-7, 9-10)

approved8-0Sep 21, 2026

Approval of Rolling Meadows Public Improvement District Ordinance (Item 8)

approvedSep 21, 2026

Consider an ordinance making certain findings in connection with the proposed supplemental services ordered in connection with the Boardwalk Public Improvement District.

approvedSep 21, 2026

Consider an ordinance making certain findings in connection with the proposed supplemental services ordered in connection with the Glendover Estates Public Improvement District.

approvedSep 21, 2026

Consider an ordinance making certain findings in connection with the proposed supplemental services ordered in connection with the Lancaster Mills Public Improvement District.

approvedSep 21, 2026

Consider an ordinance making certain findings in connection with the proposed supplemental services ordered in connection with the Meadowview Estates Public Improvement District.

approvedSep 21, 2026

Consider an ordinance making certain findings in connection with the proposed supplemental services ordered in connection with the Millbrook East Public Improvement District.

approvedSep 21, 2026

Consider an ordinance making certain findings in connection with the proposed supplemental services ordered in connection with the Pleasant Run Estates Phase 1-A and Phase 1-B Public Improvement District.

approvedSep 21, 2026

Consider an ordinance making certain findings in connection with the proposed supplemental services ordered in connection with the Tribute at Mills Branch and Tribute East at Mills Branch Public Improvement District.

approvedSep 21, 2026

Consider an ordinance making certain findings in connection with the proposed supplemental services ordered in connection with the Wellington Park North Phase III Public Improvement District.

approvedSep 21, 2026

Adjourn Special Joint Work Session

approvedSep 14, 2026

Approval of Minutes

approvedSep 14, 2026

E-911 Fund Budget Amendment

approvedSep 14, 2026

Atmos Energy Rate Settlement Resolution

tabledSep 14, 2026

Alcoholic Beverage Variance Request at 2601 N. Dallas Ave.

approvedSep 14, 2026

TMLIRP Board of Trustees Ballot Nominations

approvedAug 31, 2026

Consent Agenda Items 1-8

approvedAug 31, 2026

FY 2026/2027 Operating Budget