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Blane Williams

Council Member, Southeast Ward2024-2028

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At a glance

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Term ending Dec 31, 2028.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
6
Total speaking time
4:36
Avg per meeting
0:46
Segments
66

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Top issues during term (20)

critical→Sep 2025[51]

FY 2027 Proposed Budget and Property Tax Impact

The tax rate of $0.57166 will result in an estimated property tax impact of $947.79 on a median homestead valued at $165,796.

high↑Oct 2026[17]

zoning change

The developer and property owner stand to make more money by squeezing six homes onto land that usually wouldn't fit them, while boosting local property tax rolls.

critical↑May 2026[16]

Lanana Creek Trail North Bridge Construction

The project will cost an amount not to exceed $90,000 funded through community services and parks allocations.

low↑Sep 2026[15]

Regional Intergovernmental Coordination

high↑Mar 2024[15]

Airport Business Plan

Financial impact is currently unspecified pending consultant proposals and contract scoping.

critical↓Mar 2024[12]

Manufactured Housing Zoning Compliance

Minimal, primarily involving administrative costs for mapping and monitoring.

high↓May 2025[11]

Hazard Mitigation Planning

The project is supported by a $100,000 grant from the Texas General Land Office.

low↑Oct 2026[10]

NEDCO Annual Luncheon Quorum Notice

low↑Oct 2026[10]

Possible Quorum Notice for Mayoral Reception

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Regional Water Planning Contract with Plummer Associates

Associated with professional planning services and regional water development grants.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

Convention and Visitors Bureau FY 2026-27 Budget and Agreement

Funded by hotel occupancy taxes projected at approximately $797,500.

critical↓Jun 2025[8]

Wastewater Infrastructure Upgrades

The Summer Hill project costs $671,363.00, significantly impacting the remaining bond fund balance.

high↑Jan 2026[8]

Industrial Energy Storage Zoning

The ordinance establishes a framework for future development, though specific costs will be borne by applicants.

high↑Apr 2025[7]

municipal policy and infrastructure

You'll likely see your tax dollars at work in the construction costs for the new station, plus potential permit or compliance fees for local businesses.

high↓May 2026[7]

Economic Development Fund Management

Proper management of this fund ensures that tax dollars are being used effectively for city growth.

critical↓Aug 2024[7]

Manufactured Housing Zoning Compliance

The city will incur costs associated with administrative updates and potential future infrastructure demands.

high↑Apr 2025[5]

mayoral election

The outcome will dictate how your tax dollars are prioritized for city infrastructure and local services over the next term.

medium↑Jun 2026[5]

historic building renovation

By waiting a few months, the county hopes to avoid inflated construction costs and keep your tax bill from spiking.

high↑Dec 2025[5]

grant funding application

It’s basically free money for the city that keeps our local tax burden from going up.

high↓May 2025[4]

Park Restroom Improvements

The project costs $1,143,515 for four units.

Decisions during term (193)

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

approved3-0Oct 6, 2026

Approval of Consent Agenda

approved3-0Oct 6, 2026

Approval of CVB Professional Services Agreement

approved3-0Oct 6, 2026

Approval of CVB FY 2026-27 Annual Budget

approved3-0Oct 6, 2026

Consider approving the minutes from the City Council meetings on September 1, 2026, and September 15, 2026.

approved3-0Oct 6, 2026

Consider an Interlocal Cooperation Contract between Texas State University and the City of Nacogdoches to conduct controlled buy/stings of tobacco.

approved3-0Oct 6, 2026

Consider approval of purchase of a Mid-Size Excavator for the Utility Construction Division from Associated Supply Company, Inc., utilizing Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Contract No. 011723-HTI, in the amount of $189,580.46.

approved3-0Oct 6, 2026

Consider approval of purchase of a Small Forklift for the Streets & Fleet Division from Associated Supply Company, Inc., utilizing BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Contract No. 788-25, in the amount of $44,500.00.

approved5-0Sep 15, 2026

Approval of Consent Agenda (Items 5A-C, 5E)

approved5-0Sep 15, 2026

Lanana Creek Trail North Bridge Contract (Item 5D)

approved5-0Sep 15, 2026

Adoption of Fiscal Year 2027 Budget (Item 6B)

approved5-0Sep 15, 2026

Ratification of Property Tax Revenue Increase (Item 6C)

approved5-0Sep 15, 2026

Adoption of Maintenance and Operations Tax Rate (Item 6D - Action 1)

approved5-0Sep 15, 2026

Adoption of Interest and Sinking Tax Rate (Item 6D - Action 2)

approved5-0Sep 15, 2026

Adoption of Total Tax Rate (Item 6D - Action 3)

approved5-0Sep 15, 2026

Consider approving the minutes from the City Council workshop meetings on August 17, 2026, and August 18, 2026, as well as the regular Council meeting held on August 18, 2026. (City Secretary)

approved5-0Sep 15, 2026

ADJOURN.

approvedSep 1, 2026

Consent Agenda (Items 5.A, 5.B, 5.C, 5.E, 5.F)

approvedSep 1, 2026

Item 5.D: Texas Water Development Board Contract for Region I Water Plan

approvedSep 1, 2026

Item 6.A: Postpone FY27 Budget Action

approvedSep 1, 2026

Item 6.B: Enterprise Fleet Management Agreements