Shannon Martin
About
Shannon Martin's platform leverages his extensive background as an interim fire chief and long-time firefighter, focusing on public safety and community service issues such as stopping illegal dumping in Victoria County.
Campaign promises (1)
- public-safetyShannon Martin has taken steps to focus on stopping illegal dumping in Victoria County.Related votes
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 6
- Total speaking time
- 6:54
- Avg per meeting
- 1:09
- Segments
- 84
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Top issues during term (13)(General)
Victoria County Animal Services Updates and Spay/Neuter Program
$5,000 matching donation pledged by private donors, with matching funds requested from the county and city.
Website Accessibility and Digital Services Upgrade
Absorbed within existing IT and software vendor packages.
Mental & Behavioral Health Facility Project Progress
Base construction contract totals $37,051,001, with an additive alternate of $2,532,074 for a total project cost approaching $42.5 million plus owner contingencies.
Rural Infrastructure and Road Maintenance
Requires ongoing county road and bridge funds for maintenance and repairs.
public health inspections
It costs you nothing to check, but it could save you the price of a medical bill or a ruined weekend.
county grants and equipment purchases
No direct hit to Victoria County’s wallet—this is Lavaca County spending, though it’s a signal for regional funding trends.
Annual Supply Contracts for Road Materials
Requires county funds for road repairs and infrastructure maintenance.
Public Health Prescription Assistance Partnership
No upfront cost; dependent on future grant funding.
law enforcement investigation
You might see your utility bills spike or face unexpected service fees if the department undergoes a major overhaul.
food truck regulation
Local food truck owners might have to shell out more cash to update their equipment or pay for new permit fees.
law enforcement personnel
Taxpayers might see a shift in payroll costs depending on how the department adjusts its salary structure for this new role.
municipal incorporation
You'll likely see a shift in how your tax dollars are spent, as the city now manages its own budget and service infrastructure.
legal settlement
This settlement pulls directly from city coffers, meaning less money available for other local projects or services.
Decisions during term (3)
Recorded while Martin was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (0)(General)
No votes found matching General.