Texas Record
Lubbock County
CP

Curtis Parrish

County Judge2019-2026

About

Curtis Parrish's platform centers on conservative fiscal management, emphasizing the importance of keeping property taxes low while funding essential county services. His priorities include modernizing county infrastructure, strengthening public safety, and ensuring efficient government operations through his continued leadership as County Judge.

Campaign promises (3)

  • taxes
    Parrish intends to continue his focus on fiscal responsibility and maintaining low tax rates for Lubbock County residents.
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  • infrastructure
    He aims to prioritize the completion of ongoing infrastructure projects and improvements to county facilities.
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  • public-safety
    Parrish has committed to enhancing public safety resources and supporting law enforcement operations within the county.

At a glance

News mentions
2

Term ending Dec 31, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
22
Total speaking time
8:05:20
Avg per meeting
22:04
Segments
7639

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Filtered to Public Safety

Top issues during term (11)(Public Safety)

critical↑Sep 2026[50]

Independent Investigation into County Payroll Irregularities

Cost the county approximately $70,000 in unauthorized or duplicate salary payments for a single elected office.

high↑Jul 2026[15]

Public Works Leadership

Neutral, as positions are being reclassified within existing budget parameters.

critical↓Jul 2021[15]

Lubbock Crimes Against Children Unit (LCACU)

Constables noted that new equipment requirements could cost between $1,500 and $3,000 per department.

high↑Sep 2026[10]

Volunteer Fire Department Support

Involves county-wide fire protection funding and loan commitments.

high↑Mar 2020[10]

public health emergency

Expect potential hits to local businesses and city budgets as new safety mandates and emergency measures are rolled out.

high↓Feb 2025[9]

Emergency Communications Modernization

The district budget reflects ongoing costs for equipment and software upgrades.

high↑Jun 2025[6]

Drought and Wildfire Preparedness

The county is utilizing state assets and coordinating resources to manage fire risks.

critical↓Jan 2026[5]

First Responder Mental Health

The county risks losing filing fee revenue if papers are not served within the new five-day statutory window.

high↓Jun 2026[0]

public safety task force

The city will need to allocate additional budget funds to staff and equip this new unit, which could impact local tax priorities.

medium↓Jun 2020[0]

fireworks regulation

You could be looking at a pricey fine if you light up in a restricted area.

medium↓Jun 2020[0]

fireworks regulations

You could be looking at a pricey fine if you accidentally set off fireworks inside city limits.

Moved or seconded (40)

Motions Parrish 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.

  • movedpassed2026-08-10

    Discuss, consider and/or take action to approve Troy Havard, in his capacity as Elections Administrator, as the Joint Elections Officer for the November 3, 2026, General Election

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-08-10

    Upon a motion by Curtis Parrish, seconded by Mike Dalby, the court unanimously voted to accept the bond for Troy Havard Lubbock County Elections Administrator for the term beginnin…

  • movedpassed2026-08-10

    TxDMV Optional Fees

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-08-10

    Discuss, consider and/or take action to authorize the County Judge to sign the Notice of Election for the November 3, 2026, General Election

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-08-10

    Discuss, consider and/or take action to approve the Order of Election and to authorize the County Judge to sign the Order of Election for the November 3, 2026, General Election

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-08-10

    Discuss, consider and/or take action to approve the bond for Raymond Billington, Chief Deputy Lubbock County Elections Administrator beginning July 27, 2026

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-08-10

    Discuss, consider and/or take action to approve the bond for Troy Havard Lubbock County Elections Administrator beginning August 1, 2026 and ending August 1, 2027

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-08-10

    Discuss, consider and/or take action to appoint Troy Havard, in his capacity as Elections Administrator, as the Joint Early Voting Clerk for the November 3, 2026, General Election

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedfailed2026-07-27

    FY2027 Elected Official Salaries

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-07-27

    Discuss, consider and/or take action regarding Auditor and Financial Matters including Budget Adjustments,Transfers, and Amendments

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-07-27

    Discuss, consider and/or take action to authorize the County Judge to sign an Addendum with NetApp U.S. Public Sector, Inc

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-07-27

    Auditor and Financial Matters (as amended)

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-07-27

    Discuss, consider and/or take action to accept the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for the fiscal period 10/01/25-09/30/26

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedfailed2026-07-27

    FY2027 Elected Official Salaries

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-07-27

    Discuss, consider and/or take action regarding Auditor and Financial Matters including Budget Adjustments,Transfers, and Amendments

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-07-13

    Ratify Subdivision Regulations

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-07-13

    Discuss, consider and/or take action to authorize the County Judge to sign a Master Agreement and Quote with Landauer, Inc. for dosimetry monitoring services for the Medical Examiner’s Office

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedfailed2026-06-22

    Discuss, consider and/or take action to approve a Variance Request in Precinct 4 regarding Section 9 - Drainage for the Mustang Estates Subdivision, Lots 1-7, Block D, Section 14, located on CR 5800, in accordance with Lubbock County Subdivision Regulations

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-06-22

    Funding for Lubbock Youth Symphony Orchestra

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-06-22

    Lubbock County Law Library Policies

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

Decisions during term (2)

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