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Blair Schaffer

Commissioner, Precinct 22023-2026

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At a glance

News mentions
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Term ending Dec 31, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
12
Total speaking time
35:48
Avg per meeting
2:59
Segments
791

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Top issues during term (20)

critical↑Jun 2026[29]

Stinky Fire Vegetative Debris Removal

$10,640 for phase one now, with phase two costs still to be determined.

high↑May 2023[25]

election administration

It shouldn't cost you extra, as this is a standard administrative staffing move to keep the election running on budget.

critical↑Aug 2026[25]

County Jail Overcrowding and Inmate Housing

Housing inmates in other counties adds transport and per-bed costs to the county budget.

medium↑Sep 2026[22]

city manager appointment

Constant leadership churn burns through city resources with repeated executive searches and potential severance packages.

high↑Mar 2026[21]

Public Defender Grant Adjustments for Operational Needs

Potter County's share rises by about $83,045 for FY27 to cover the COLA.

medium↑Jun 2026[20]

animal control services

You’ll save a significant chunk of change on routine vet bills by taking advantage of these free procedures.

high↑May 2026[20]

election information

Running a runoff election costs taxpayer money, so your vote helps ensure those funds are put to good use.

medium↑Apr 2025[20]

voter participation

Low turnout can lead to misaligned budget priorities that don't actually reflect what the majority of taxpayers want.

high↑May 2026[20]

election results

These officials will be making the big calls on how your tax dollars are spent and prioritized across the city.

high↑Oct 2024[17]

election candidacy

This election will determine who gets to decide how your local tax money is allocated and spent across the county.

medium↑Oct 2025[17]

data center development

Expect a boost to the city's tax base, but keep an eye on your utility bills if the increased demand drives up local energy and water costs.

critical↓Aug 2026[15]

Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Property Tax Rate Adoption

Increases property taxes by about $55 annually for a median-valued Potter County homestead.

high↑Oct 2026[15]

Proposed On-Site Sewage Facility (OSSF) Regulations

Permits cost about $800 for a residential system; existing systems are grandfathered so most homeowners won't face new costs now.

high↑Oct 2026[15]

Lobo Trail Stormwater Erosion Mitigation

Cost of county labor and equipment for bar ditch modifications, plus $500 for a homeowner-purchased culvert.

medium↓Sep 2026[13]

Law Library LexisNexis Subscription Renewal

The subscription costs $1,758 per month ($21,096 annually) funded from dedicated law library fees.

high↓May 2026[12]

House Bill 33 Public Information Officer Requirements

Potential future costs for training and personnel if mandated.

high↓Apr 2026[11]

County E-Cigarette and Vaping Regulations

Minimal costs related to signage.

medium↑Jun 2026[10]

homelessness services

By getting people into stable housing and jobs, this program reduces the long-term public costs associated with emergency services and chronic homelessness.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

County Equipment and Vehicle Fleet Upgrades

Roughly $310,000 in combined purchases, mostly from contingency and budgeted CAD funds.

high↑Mar 2026[10]

Emergency Disaster Communication

Increases general administrative expenses by about $4,000 per month, supplemented by CAD radio funds.

Decisions during term (282)

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

Voting record (212)

212 yes0 no

Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.

Voted yesOct 26, 2026

Make a motion to approve as presented.

Voted yesOct 26, 2026

Move to approve as presented.

Voted yesOct 26, 2026

Make a motion to pass the four budget amendments.

Voted yesOct 26, 2026

I move to approve as presented.

Voted yesOct 26, 2026

Move to approve as presented.

Voted yesOct 26, 2026

Move to approve as presented.

Voted yesOct 26, 2026

Make a motion to allow Judge Tanner to accept the grant award for the state assistance from the Office of Governor for the Panhandle Regional Problem-Solving Court Grant.

Voted yesOct 26, 2026

Move to approve as presented.

Voted yesOct 26, 2026

Move to approve.

Voted yesOct 26, 2026

Move to approve as presented.

Voted yesOct 26, 2026

Move to approve as presented.

Voted yesOct 26, 2026

Move to approve as presented.

Voted yesOct 26, 2026

Make a motion judge to approve that.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

Budget Amendments for FY 2025-2026

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

Approval of County Vouchers

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

TIDC MAC Grant Award Acceptance

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

Road and Bridge: Plum Creek Road Reimbursement

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

Road and Bridge: Lobo Trail Property Owner Complaint

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

Electrical Maintenance Agreement Renewal

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

HVAC Service Agreement Approval

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

FY26 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

Texas DPS Crime Reporting Interlocal Agreement

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

Workers' Compensation Insurance Renewal

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

287(g) Reimbursement Agreement

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

Fleet Addition for District Attorney's Office

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

Constable #1 Vehicle Purchase

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

Vegetative Debris Removal for Stinky Fire Disaster Area

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

Panhandle Area Public Defender Office Interlocal Agreement

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

Road and Bridge Employment Items

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Budget Amendments for FY 2025-2026

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Approval of County Vouchers

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Reappointment to Amarillo Potter Events Venue District Board

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Reschedule Commissioners' Court Meeting

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Texas DPS Crime Reporting Interlocal Agreement

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Victim Assistance Program Grant Ratification

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Panhandle Auto Burglary Theft Unit (PABTU) Interlocal Agreement

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Disposition of Capital Credit Funds

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

FY25 Audit Services Engagement Letter

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Designation of Location for Public Sales

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Adoption of Mandatory Amendments to 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

CountyChoice Silver Retiree Medical Insurance Renewal

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Panhandle Area Public Defender Office Interlocal Agreements

Voted yesSep 28, 2026

Employment Items (Fire and Rescue, Road and Bridge)

Voted yesSep 14, 2026

FY25-26 Budget Amendments and Transfers

Voted yesSep 14, 2026

Approval of County Vouchers

Voted yesSep 14, 2026

Amarillo-Potter Event Venue District Budget

Voted yesSep 14, 2026

Veterans Treatment Court Grant Authorization

Voted yesSep 14, 2026

TIDC Grant Award Acceptance

Voted yesSep 14, 2026

Gun Range Berm Improvements

Voted yesSep 14, 2026

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