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Jean H. Matlock

Ward 1 Council Member2023-2026

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At a glance

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Term ending Dec 31, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
3
Total speaking time
2:31
Avg per meeting
0:50
Segments
38

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Top issues during term (20)(General)

medium↑Oct 2026[20]

digital government services

This shift cuts down on city administrative costs and saves you money on printing and travel time.

high↑Oct 2026[20]

Drive-thru rezoning request at 209 W 38th Street

No direct city cost; if approved, the applicant would still have to meet all city code requirements before building permits are issued.

high↓Aug 2026[10]

Waste Management Contract Extension

A 5.16% CPI rate increase this year is frozen, saving residents on their bills.

medium↑Apr 2026[7]

community beautification

You get to save on disposal fees and dump runs, while the city invests in keeping property values up.

medium↑Sep 2025[5]

historic preservation

There’s no dollar figure in the story, but expect fundraising, grants, and ongoing maintenance costs—plus a possible small boost from heritage tourism.

high↓Jan 2026[4]

Adoption of 2024 Building Codes and Regulations

Higher code standards can modestly raise construction costs but improve safety and efficiency.

high↓Mar 2026[2]

personnel appointment

Since she’s already on the payroll, this internal promotion is a cost-effective way to fill a key leadership role.

high↓Jan 2026[1]

utility billing investigation

Residents report bills from $700 to over $1,000 a month, with the River Bend fee alone reaching 87% of one household's water charge.

medium↓Sep 2025[0]

public art preservation

Taxpayers could end up covering the cost of taking the murals down, storing them, and putting them back up—and the exact price tag isn’t clear yet.

high↓Mar 2025[0]

utility rate increase

If approved, you’d likely pay more each month for gas, with the size of the hit depending on your usage and the final rate.

high↓Jun 2026[0]

public health advisory

You might see a slight bump in your utility bill or spend a little extra on bottled water while this notice is in effect.

high↓Feb 2026[0]

municipal court amnesty

For people with old warrants, amnesty can cut off mounting fees and court costs—and for the city, it turns dead-end warrants into cases that actually get resolved.

medium↓Apr 2023[0]

healthcare access

That gap can mean higher out-of-pocket costs, longer drives, and more expensive emergency care when people delay treatment.

high↓Mar 2026[0]

legal liability

If the city loses or settles, taxpayers could foot the bill for defense costs and damages—so this is a budget risk, not just a legal headline.

high↓Jan 2026[0]

utility rates

Higher water bills are squeezing household budgets, and council action could mean relief—or at least clarity—on what you’re paying.

high↓Feb 2026[0]

warrant amnesty program

The city may forgo some fine revenue and arrest-related costs, but it can save on jail and enforcement expenses while clearing cases.

high↓Mar 2025[0]

eight-liner machine regulation

The city could take on new legal or enforcement costs, while eight-liner operators may face compliance expenses or revenue changes depending on what rules get set.

medium↓Jan 2026[0]

animal control

The shelter faces added costs for food, veterinary care, and housing, and adoptions can help reduce that burden.

medium↓Dec 2025[0]

government transparency

It doesn't cost you extra, but it saves you time by making city spending data instantly searchable.

high↓Jan 2026[0]

utility rate hike

Higher water bills hit residents’ monthly budgets directly, especially for households already stretched thin.

Decisions during term (0)

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

No decisions found matching General.

Voting record (0)(General)

No votes found matching General.