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Hud Hartson

Place 6 Council Member2020–2024

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Term ending Jun 25, 2024.

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Top issues during term (18)

high↓Oct 2023[18]

zoning change

This project should bring in extra tax revenue for the city and give local shops and restaurants more customer traffic.

critical↑Jan 2024[12]

Eastside Village Walmart Development & Traffic Impacts

Generates significant sales tax revenue and new construction investment, but residents voiced concerns regarding property value depreciation.

high↓Oct 2022[9]

Quick Trip Development Aesthetics

The cost of compliance for developers may increase slightly due to the requirement for photometric plans.

critical↓Mar 2024[8]

Police Department Oversight

The city approved spending up to $209,100 on Flock safety cameras and purchased police vehicle upfits for $277,042.

high↓Mar 2024[4]

Police Training Facility Improvements

$539,080 funded by MCDC for the police training building turf.

high↓Apr 2022[4]

local election

Your vote directly influences how the city allocates your tax dollars for infrastructure, public safety, and local services.

high↓Aug 2023[2]

public hearing notice

Potential policy changes could sway local taxes or city spending, though nothing is set in stone yet.

critical↓Feb 2022[1]

emergency services

The project has a guaranteed maximum price of $14,869,502.

medium↓Mar 2024[0]

school safety

The district will likely have to shell out a lot more cash for increased security personnel, metal detectors, and updated surveillance tech.

high↓Jul 2022[0]

public infrastructure and school safety

The city is investing tax dollars into long-term assets that boost property values and keep our kids safe.

high↓Aug 2023[0]

water restrictions

Sticking to the schedule helps the city avoid the high costs of emergency water sourcing and infrastructure strain.

high↓Apr 2021[0]

environmental regulation

Stricter regulations could mean higher operating costs for local plants, but ignoring the issue might lead to long-term healthcare expenses for the community.

high↓May 2024[0]

water conservation

You'll save money on your utility bill by following the rules, but you'll get slapped with a fine if you ignore them.

medium↓Apr 2024[0]

library board appointments

Doesn't hit your wallet directly, but these board members will help decide how the library spends its operating budget.

high→Apr 2023[0]

Municipal Utility Districts opposition

This could mean developers might face stricter rules, but it helps protect current taxpayers from footing the bill for messy, rapid growth.

high↓Mar 2024[0]

reproductive policy

The city could face potential legal costs if the ordinance is challenged in court by outside advocacy groups.

high↓Aug 2023[0]

city council compensation

This will directly increase the city's annual operating budget, meaning more of your tax money is going toward council salaries instead of public services.

high↓Sep 2022[0]

abortion ordinance

There is no immediate change to the city budget, though legal challenges often cost taxpayers money if these ordinances are passed.

Decisions during term (0)

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

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