Jordan Rackler
About
Jordan Rackler's platform centers on responsible financial management, highlighting his previous stands on taxation and major county projects like the Expo Center. He emphasizes his commitment to continuing strong representation for the residents of Precinct 4 in Lubbock County.
Campaign promises (1)
- taxesJordan Rackler campaigned on his conservative stance on taxes and his opposition to the Expo Center.Related votes
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 13
- Total speaking time
- 37:36
- Avg per meeting
- 2:54
- Segments
- 560
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Top issues during term (20)(General)
Industrial Development and Data Centers
The resolution requires developers to provide bonds for project initiation and site cleanup.
Mental Health Awareness and Services
The county is investing in diversion programs to reduce the burden on jails and emergency departments.
IT and Cybersecurity Partnership
The proposal suggests potential annual savings of $2 to $4 million.
public health crisis
Addressing this crisis will require a significant long-term investment in local clinics, school counselors, and emergency mental health services.
surveillance camera ban petition
Taxpayers could save money if the cameras are scrapped, but the city might lose out on tech investments already made.
municipal court warrant resolution
It saves residents from paying heavy arrest-related fees, while bringing overdue fine revenue back into the city.
Mustang Estates Subdivision Variances
Denying the variances requires the developer to conduct additional studies, increasing project costs.
government office closure
You might end up spending a little extra on gas or time driving to a further location to get your errands done.
Historic Preservation
This project will likely require a significant commitment of taxpayer funds, potentially impacting future local tax rates or bond debt.
public health alert
You'll likely spend a few extra bucks on repellent and yard maintenance, but it's way cheaper than a hospital bill.
energy procurement
The county expects to save between $120,000 and $150,000 annually.
abortion travel ban
The county could face expensive, drawn-out legal battles that will likely be paid for by local taxpayers.
property appraisals
You'll likely be paying more in property taxes this year unless the city adjusts its tax rate to offset the higher values.
urban livestock ordinance
You could be looking at some hefty fines or the cost of removing your coop if you don't follow the city's setup rules.
reproductive rights policy
Expect your tax dollars to be funneled into lengthy, expensive legal fights as the county defends this policy in court.
government service access
You might end up spending a little extra on gas or time driving to a different office location.
population growth
You can expect your property taxes or utility fees to shift as the city pours money into new roads and utility lines to keep up with the sprawl.
abortion ordinance
Taxpayers will likely foot the bill for a long, expensive legal battle as the county defends this ordinance in court.
reproductive rights ordinance
Expect your tax dollars to be tied up in expensive, drawn-out court battles as the county defends these controversial new rules.
public health department oversight
Expanding these health operations will likely lead to higher administrative costs and a larger budget footprint for the department.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Rackler 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.
- secondedpassed2026-08-10
Auditor and Financial Matters
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- secondedpassed2026-08-10
Payment of Claims
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- movedpassed2026-08-10
High Point Village Plat
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- movedpassed2026-08-10
Surplus Property Transfer
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- secondedpassed2026-08-10
Road Donation
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- secondedpassed2026-07-27
Discuss, consider and/or take action to approve the Early Voting Dates, Times, and Locations for the November 3, 2026, General Election
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- secondedpassed2026-07-27
Upon a motion by Mike Dalby, seconded by Jordan Rackler, the court unanimously voted to approve the Consent Agenda.
- secondedpassed2026-07-27
Discuss, consider and/or take action regarding Auditor and Financial Matters including Budget Adjustments,Transfers, and Amendments
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- secondedpassed2026-07-27
Discuss, consider and/or take action regarding funding for the 2026 Idalou Cotton Fest event held in the City of Idalou, pursuant to Section 74.601 et seq. of the Texas Property Code. The funds, as defined in the Texas Local Government Code Section 381.044, will be used to
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- movedpassed2026-07-27
Auditor and Financial Matters (as amended)
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- secondedpassed2026-07-27
FY2027 Elected Official Salaries
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- secondedpassed2026-07-27
Discuss, consider and/or take action to approve the Elections Office at 1308 Crickets Avenue as the Main Early Voting Polling Location for the November 3, 2026, General Election pursuant to Texas Election Code Section 85.002
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- movedpassed2026-07-13
Road Donation Acceptance
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-07-13
Payment of Claims
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-07-13
Adopt Brand Guide and Identity Standards
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- secondedpassed2026-07-13
Discuss, consider and/or take action to approve the Minutes from Regular Commissioner’s Court dated June 22, 2026
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- secondedpassed2026-06-22
Termination of Erlys Janitorial Services
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- movedpassed2026-06-22
Discuss, consider and/or take action to approve the Minutes from Regular Commissioner’s court dated June 8, 2026
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- secondedpassed2026-06-22
Monthly Unaudited Financial Report (May 2026)
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- movedpassed2026-06-22
Municipal Advisory Agreement with Hilltop Securities
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
Decisions during term (5)
Recorded while Rackler was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Election Orders and Notices for November 3, 2026 General Election
Approval of Early Voting Dates, Times, and Locations for November 3, 2026 General Election
Approval of Election Day Vote Centers for November 3, 2026 General Election
Approval of Joint Election Resolution for November 3, 2026 General Election
Discuss, consider and/or take action to approve Margaret Ceja, Jesse Garza, and Cliff Fedler to serve on the Lubbock County General Assistance Advisory Board for a two-year term ending December 31, 2027.
Voting record (0)(General)
No votes found matching General.