John Norman

District 2 Council Member2024-2028

About

John Norman's platform is characterized by a focus on local regulatory oversight, specifically regarding the safety and environmental risks associated with industrial activity within city limits. His public stance emphasizes prioritizing community safety over urban drilling operations.

Campaign promises (1)

environment
John Norman has publicly advocated against drilling within city limits, citing it as too risky for the community.
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At a glance

News mentions: 1

Term ending Dec 31, 2028.

Voice

Meetings spoken in: 14
Total speaking time: 25:20
Avg per meeting: 1:49
Segments: 498

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Top issues during term (9)(Governance)

high↓Apr 2025[37]

City Council Assembly for Bible Study

Concerns were raised about the financial terms and incentives related to a hotel development deal.

high↓Apr 2026[6]

City Council Meeting Agenda

This meeting could mean big spending on parks, roads, and city vehicles, so expect your tax dollars to be put to work!

critical↓Aug 2025[3]

City Council Assembly for Bible Study

No immediate financial impact is mentioned, but new leadership could mean new budget priorities.

medium↓Sep 2025[2]

mayoral election

Campbell's plans could shape Midland's budget and how your tax dollars are spent.

high↓Mar 2026[2]

City Council Assembly for Bible Study

Expect a small bump in the city's budget for extra security personnel.

medium↓Oct 2025[2]

election candidates

Your vote could shape how city funds are spent, so knowing the candidates is key!

critical↓Oct 2024[1]

city council elections

Your vote could shape how your tax dollars are spent, so pay attention to who's running!

medium↓Sep 2025[0]

Mayoral re-election campaign

Campaigns cost money, so expect fundraising events and potentially some new political ads popping up.

medium→Feb 2024[0]

death of city councilman

No immediate financial impacts are mentioned, but a special election could cost taxpayers money.

Moved or seconded (40)

Motions Norman 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.

movedpassed 7-02026-06-09
Approve
movedpassed 7-02026-06-09
Approve
movedpassed 7-02026-06-09
Approve
movedpassed 7-02026-06-09
Approve
secondedpassed 7-02026-06-09
Approve
secondedpassed2026-06-09
Approve Consent Agenda items 4-15, excluding items 7, 9, 10, 12 & 15
secondedpassed 6-02026-05-12
Approve
secondedpassed2026-05-12
Jack Ladd moved to Approve; seconded by John Norman.
movedpassed2026-05-12
Approve
movedpassed2026-05-12
Approve
movedpassed2026-05-12
John Norman moved to Approve; seconded by Jack Ladd.
secondedpassed2026-05-12
Jack Ladd moved to Approve; seconded by John Norman.
movedpassed2026-05-12
John Norman moved to Approve; seconded by Jack Ladd.
secondedpassed2026-05-12
Jack Ladd moved to Approve; seconded by John Norman.
secondedpassed2026-05-12
Approve Consent Agenda items 4-15, excluding items 4, 9 & 12
secondedpassed 6-02026-05-12
re-appoint Mickey Cargile to the Permian Basin Community Center for MH/MR (PermiaCare) Board of Trustees
secondedpassed2026-03-24
Approve
movedpassed 7-02026-03-24
Approve
movedpassed2026-03-24
Approve
movedpassed2026-03-24
Approve