James A. Smith
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- Meetings spoken in
- 27
- Total speaking time
- 5:06:18
- Avg per meeting
- 11:21
- Segments
- 6922
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Top issues during term (11)(Development)
Data Center Opposition
Potential future economic development impact on county tax base and infrastructure.
economic development
Expect a major influx of tax revenue and tech-sector jobs, though the city might have to shell out for infrastructure upgrades to keep up.
Industrial Business Grant for Fidelity Manufacturing, LLC
Financial terms will be detailed in the proposed grant agreement.
County Capital Projects and Facility Updates
Involves capital outlay and maintenance expenditures for county-owned buildings and major infrastructure projects.
Bullhide Creek Road Right-of-Way Acquisition
Costs associated with property acquisition and road relocation.
AI Platform Pilot Agreement
Nominal cost for 25 pilot licenses.
workforce development
This $30 million investment is expected to drive long-term economic growth by creating a more skilled, higher-earning workforce in the region.
zoning and land use
The county avoids the cost of upgrading the private road to public standards by requiring the developer to maintain it.
Devonshire Station Senior Housing Development
Involves approximately $24 million in tax credit application funding.
land use litigation
Taxpayers could be on the hook for expensive legal fees while the county defends its zoning decisions in court.
land use development
These projects bring in tax revenue, but they can also drive up utility costs and strain our local power grid.
Decisions during term (12)
Recorded while Smith was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Economic Development
Hello Bello Consumer Wellness Economic Development Grant Payment
Denial of Petition for Creation of Agricultural Development District
Ratification of Notice for Agricultural Development District Public Hearing
Acceptance of Greater Waco Chamber Economic Development Report
Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce: Monthly Economic Development Report, April 2026
Greater Waco Chamber Monthly Economic Development Reports
Information Technology: Authorization of Appointment of County Representative to National Association of Counties Community, Economic, and Workforce Development Policy Steering Committee
Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce: Monthly Economic Development Report, January 2026
Waco-McLennan County Economic Development Corporation (WMCEDC): Authorization of Agreements; Consulting Services; Proposed Projects / Program Project Agreements / Amendments / Pay Applications:
Discussion and/or Action regarding Hosting of Area Economic Development Council Meeting
Adopt Resolution of Support for Waco Housing Authority Senior Housing Development (Devonshire Station)
Voting record (1)(Development)
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