Jeff Somers
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 13
- Total speaking time
- 1:22:45
- Avg per meeting
- 6:22
- Segments
- 1788
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Top issues during term (15)(General)
Road Construction Standards
Paved roads are significantly more expensive to build initially but reduce long-term maintenance costs for the county.
zoning change
Local property values and construction spending could get a nice little bump from the redevelopment of this empty lot.
Subdivision Plats and Infrastructure Improvements
Infrastructure improvement costs and development review fees.
building permits
This surge in construction signals a healthy local economy and likely boosts property values across the county.
Canine Officer Pavlov Retirement and Adoption
Nominal purchase fee for the canine officer.
utility contract management
Your monthly water bill could fluctuate as the county takes over operations, so expect some uncertainty regarding future costs.
local government conduct
While there's no direct price tag yet, constant infighting often leads to stalled projects and wasted taxpayer time.
Midland Health Community Initiative
There is no direct monetary cost to the county for this partnership.
meeting schedule
No direct financial impact from setting the routine meeting calendar.
wayfinding signs
Zero impact on your local property taxes since visitor lodging taxes and partner funds are footing the entire bill.
waste management
You'll save money on standard landfill tipping fees by taking advantage of this one-day waiver.
legal litigation
The court approved a $200,000 transfer from contingency funds.
population projections
Expect to see more tax dollars funneled into infrastructure projects and public services to keep up with the influx of residents.
annexation and municipal expansion
You might see your property tax bill change or get hit with new city fees depending on how the annexation shifts the local tax base.
urban agriculture regulations
You could save yourself a hefty fine or the cost of tearing down a structure by checking the rules before you start building.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Somers 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.
- secondedpassed 4-02026-08-18
Motion that we raise Civil and Warrants fuel to $100,000.00.
- secondedfailed2026-08-18
Discuss and take action declaring the purchase and repair of office furniture and fixtures at the Law Enforcement Complex a public purpose
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 4-02026-08-18
Motion that we remove TSTA from the budget.
- movedpassed2026-08-04
Motion to approve the consent agenda.
- secondedpassed2026-08-04
Surplus Radios Disposal
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-08-04
Discuss and take action on a proposed contract amendment with Dunaway for certain construction services on SCR 1250 and Anetta
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-08-04
Motion to authorize the County Judge to sign the agreement between Midland County and Leo Technologies, LLC.
- movedpassed2026-08-04
Discuss and take action on a proposed change order with Magrym for ECR 110 at the jail
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-08-04
Purchase of New Sheriff's Office Vehicle
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-08-04
Purchase of K9 Kennels
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-07-07
Motion to adjourn.
- secondedfailed2026-07-07
Salary Increase for Elected Officials
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-07-07
Discuss and take action on the Texas Association of Counties Liability Renewal Questionnaire
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-07-07
Motion that we sign the contract with Two Fifth Consulting services contract.
- movedpassed2026-07-07
Motion to authorize the Facilities Department to retain unit #50131.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-07-07
Discuss and take action on purchase from Machinery Auctioneers of Texas, LLC, of a 50 foot drainage easement out of a 5 acre tract of land out of Section 23, Block 41, T-2-S, T&P RR Co. Survey, Midland County, Texas and authorize the County Judge to sign all necessary documents
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-07-07
Motion that we approve the consent agenda.
- movedpassed 5-02026-07-07
Motion to authorize Public Works and Road and Bridge to apply to HUD for the grant.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-07-07
Discuss and take action on purchase from Byrd Oilfield Services, LLC of a 50 foot drainage easement and
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-19
Motion to adjourn.
Decisions during term (1)
Recorded while Somers was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (0)(General)
No votes found matching General.