William Benton
About
William Benton's platform emphasizes local public safety and community protection, as demonstrated by his policy proposals targeting door-to-door solicitors to prevent theft and protect homeowners.
Campaign promises (1)
- public-safetyPropose a ban on door-to-door sales following reports of solicitors stealing from homeowners.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 34
- Total speaking time
- 13:37:03
- Avg per meeting
- 24:02
- Segments
- 16624
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Top issues during term (18)(Public Safety)
Animal Control and Shelter Monthly Report
Residents are paying out of pocket for spay/neuter and food; enforcement costs unknown.
False alarm fee enforcement
Small dollars — about $10,000 written off this year — but repeated staff and police time wasted on uncollectible invoices.
Litigation settlement (Cause No. 25-CCV-076189)
Settlement terms were not disclosed in open session.
Epicenter law enforcement equipment agreement
The city saves staffing costs and gains a new $25/hour-per-vehicle revenue stream.
Fiscal Year 2027 Crime Control and Prevention District Budget
Funds new police positions and equipment through dedicated sales tax revenues without increasing the general fund police allocation.
Fireworks Regulations and Enforcement
Administrative fines up to $500 per violation.
Establishment of Rosenberg Crime Control and Prevention District
Generates approximately $3.4 million annually for the Police Department while reducing RDC funding by the same amount.
Community Cat Caretaker Program and Stray Feeding
None directly from discussion, though volunteers spend thousands annually.
Emergency Backup Generators for Civic Center and Lift Stations
Total project expenditures of approximately $1.58 million, with the city contributing a 10% match from general and water-wastewater funds.
I-69 Frontage Road and Louise Street Intersection Safety
Initial engineering study costs approximately $9,000, with potential future construction costs ranging from $30,000 to over $116,000 depending on project scope.
ESD No. 6 Fire Protection Agreement & Staffing Expansion
Generates $820,000 annually in revenue for the City while requiring funding for three additional firefighter positions.
Mandatory Pet Microchipping Ordinance
Microchips cost the city $5 to $7 each, with a proposed $20 fee or free community distribution.
Civil Parking Penalties and Insurance Mandates
Generates civil penalty revenue starting at $30 per offense.
Neighborhood Public Safety and Police Response
You'll save a fortune on home repairs by preventing water damage caused by reckless drivers.
police conduct
The city could be looking at a hefty legal bill if the couple decides to sue for civil rights violations.
public safety equipment
It’s a significant investment in city infrastructure, but it’s a necessary cost to keep our emergency response times sharp.
emergency response
Expect potential tax-funded cleanup costs and local business losses due to extended road closures.
emergency management
You might end up shelling out for spoiled groceries or emergency supplies if the power stays off for days.
Decisions during term (0)
Recorded while Benton was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
No decisions found matching Public Safety.
Voting record (0)(Public Safety)
No votes found matching Public Safety.