Andrea Barefield
About
Andrea Barefield's platform centers on the continued development and revitalization of Waco, with a specific focus on addressing infrastructure needs within District 1. She emphasizes responsible budget management and strategic growth to ensure the city's long-term vibrancy.
Campaign promises (2)
- infrastructurePrioritize infrastructure upgrades throughout District 1.
- developmentFocus on strategic development and budget management for the city.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 21
- Total speaking time
- 1:41:24
- Avg per meeting
- 4:50
- Segments
- 2108
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Park Development Projects Update
Details on project costs and funding allocations will be discussed as part of the department report.
Placemaker Pro Mixed-Use Development Project
Involves $2,119,869 in TIF 4 funds supporting a $37,000,000 private capital investment.
Parks and Recreation Planning and Advisory
Pool fee updates and recreation program costs may affect user fees for residents.
Short-Term Rental Regulation and Neighborhood Compatibility
Potential rental income for the property owner and minor tourism economic activity.
Melody Grove II RAD/Section 18 Redevelopment
Secures federal funding and financing structures for affordable housing revitalization.
Poehls Addition Preliminary Plat Expansion
Private investment in residential infrastructure.
Trinity Heights Brownstones Development Funding
Up to $1,000,000 in TIF funds requested in exchange for $4,400,000 in new capital investment.
Residential Duplex Development at Speegleville Road
Private investment in residential construction will expand the city's housing inventory and tax base.
Subdivision Plats for New Housing
Private investment in new residential infrastructure.
At-Risk Historic Properties and Demolition Trends
Demolition and safety review costs are managed through code enforcement and building standard processes.
Cordova Springs Residential Redevelopment
Multi-million dollar private and public infrastructure investment.
business development program
The financial impact of potential concessions is currently unknown as the city assesses the situation.
HUD-Code Manufactured Housing Compliance
Ensures the city remains compliant with state law, avoiding potential penalties or legal challenges.
Downtown Redevelopment Project & Master Development Agreement
Involves public investment not to exceed $183.8 million for downtown infrastructure and development management.
park redevelopment
This project will likely cost millions, but the long-term economic boost from a better park is the goal.
Waco Surf Desperado Master Planned Community
Generates private investment exceeding $100 million for the initial 90 homes and boosts annual taxable sales significantly through tourism.
Historic Landmark Preservation Commission Membership Criteria
None directly.
2026-2027 HUD Annual Action Plan Funding
Increases CDBG funding by $1,357,153 and HOME funding by $645,675.
Housing Tax Credit Program Resolutions of Support
Developers requested nominal fee waivers of at least $500 per project.
quiet zone construction
The project is funded at $10.7 million.
Moved or seconded (39)
Motions Barefield personally put forward or seconded. Attribution comes from the minutes; where the minutes name somebody we cannot match to the roster we leave it out rather than guess, so this is a floor, not a total.
- movedpassed2026-09-01
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING
- movedpassed2026-09-01
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING
- secondedpassed2026-09-01
MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA
- secondedpassed2026-09-01
MOTION TO APPROVE ON SECOND READING
- movedpassed2026-08-04
2026-474 Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending Section 28-1134 of Article X “Historic District and Landmark Zoning” of Chapter 28 “Zoning” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Waco, Texas, to revise the criteria for members of the
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-08-04
MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA
- secondedpassed2026-08-04
2026-478 Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone from O-2 Office Residence to C-2 Community Commercial District on approximately 0.707 acres addressed as 722 South 7th Street, and providing for penalties. (Z-26-24, Eric Givens, Waffle House, Inc.)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-06-16
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST AND FINAL READING
- secondedpassed2026-06-16
Motion to Approve Consent Agenda
- movedpassed2026-06-16
MOTION TO APPROVE
- secondedpassed2026-06-16
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING
- movedpassed2026-06-16
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING
- movedpassed2026-06-02
Motion to Approve on Second Reading
- secondedpassed2026-06-02
Motion to Approve on Second Reading
- movedpassed2026-06-02
Motion to Approve on Second Reading
- movedpassed2026-06-02
Motion to Approve on Second Reading
- movedpassed2026-06-02
Motion to Approve Consent Agenda
- movedpassed2026-06-02
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING
- secondedpassed2026-06-02
Motion to Approve on Second Reading
- movedpassed2026-05-19
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING
Decisions during term (12)
Recorded while Barefield was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Placemaker Pro Mixed-Use Development Funding
2026-601 Consider a resolution approving a home rehabilitation construction project involving a deferred forgivable loan in an amount not to exceed $106,087.35, funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) via the…
2026-603 Consider a resolution approving Change Order No. 3 to the contract with Millis Development and Construction – Dallas, LLC, for construction services at China Spring Park, in an amount not to exceed $31,625.00, bringing the total…
2026-621 Consider a resolution: (1) awarding a contract for construction services with Zamco Services, LLC, for limited renovations at the Mae Jackson Development Center in an amount not to exceed $283,458.07, under TIPS contract 241001;…
2026-565 Consider a resolution approving a professional engineering services agreement with Walker Partners, LLC, for public infrastructure described in the June 29, 2026 Chapter 380 Economic Development and Performance Agreement with Waco…
Approval of Waco Surf Desperado Master Development Agreement
Approval of Catalyst Urban Development Phase 2 Amendment
Consider a resolution approving a tax exempt financing by the Mission Economic Development Corporation, pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, in an amount not to exceed $145,548,078.00, for the benefit of Graphic…
Economic Development Agreement: Waco High Lofts
Economic Development Agreement: Cornerstone Caregiving
Discussion and possible action to approve an extension of line of credit to Grassroots Community Development
Resolution 2026-307: Waco Gateway Development Agreement
Voting record (1)(Development)
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