Kirk Hanath
About
Kirk Hanath's campaign platform centers heavily on fiscal responsibility in local government management. Additionally, he emphasizes fostering unity and cooperation within Washington County following his successful election victory.
Campaign promises (1)
- taxesKirk Hanath outlined a vision focused on fiscal responsibility and community unity following his election victory.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 8
- Total speaking time
- 14:08
- Avg per meeting
- 1:46
- Segments
- 234
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Top issues during term (20)
Proposed $61 million Certificates of Obligation for justice center and expo arena
The bond sale funds the judicial center; the winning rate came in slightly above budget, costing about $19,000 more per year than planned.
Expo improvements and park designation
$246,905 not-to-exceed, including about $50,000 in contingencies.
Faith Mission emergency services partnership
While the upfront costs of the upgrade are significant, the city expects to save money long-term through better operational efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
Proposed Expo Multipurpose Facility
$15.45 million in bonds, with a $450,000 increase over the original $15 million to cover initial interest payments until the tax rate is adjusted.
FY 2027 County Budget and Property Tax Rate
About $1.4 million in foregone county revenue over two years from below-maximum tax rates.
Fire Services Director vacancy
Roughly $110,000 in first-year salary and stipend, above standard county pay policy.
First responder pay step plans
About $335,000 in raises plus an estimated $60,000 in added overtime costs, all covered by existing state SB 22 funds.
90-day outdoor burning ban in unincorporated Washington County
Violations can cost individuals up to a $500 fine.
Randermann Road bridge project
Up to $21,535 of county-committed funds for the study, within a $1.1 million grant project with county match.
Scrap Tire Collection Event
$5 per resident bringing tires; rate unchanged from prior years.
election announcement
While there's no immediate price tag, local council decisions on taxes and city spending will eventually hit your wallet.
Winter storm response and county cooperation
Bridge projects are state-funded under off-system programs, saving county taxpayers the usual 10% match.
911 department rename and quarterly performance
Just over $10,000 for three years, about 40% off the $16,500 list.
Stars Over Washington County July 4th success
Roughly $19,500 approved this meeting plus bartending costs, all from hotel occupancy tax funds.
Courthouse Restoration Funding
About $450,000 paid this month toward the restoration project.
Sheriff's staffing and December crime stats
The new deputy's rate is $25.97/hour, about 11% above the standard entry rate.
Scarecrow Music Festival permits
The cost of the event is being shared between the city and county, keeping the burden off individual taxpayers.
County Clerk modernization paying off
About $202,000 for scanning plus roughly $61,620 a year for software over three years.
GeoSouthern temporary water line in Precinct 3
Water testing covered by the Extension program at no cost to residents.
811 Safe Digging Awareness
Decisions during term (273)
Recorded while Hanath was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of official bond for Chad Dismukes, Commissioner-Elect, Precinct 3
Order Restricting Outdoor Burning (burn ban)
Adjournment
Expo Rental and Regulations Contracts
Expo GMP Agreement — Bid Package No. 1
Brannon Industrial Group amended scrap tire agreement
MicroCall call detail reporting software
WCIT Technology Acquisition & Oversight Policy
Faith Mission Technical Services Agreement
Washington County Branding Guide
Washington County Branding Policy
Sheriff's Office monthly report — July 2026
Accounts payable — $1,336,167.10
Expo Rental and Regulations Contracts
Mobile printer purchase
Proposed 2026 property tax rate — Washington County
Accounts payable
Adjourn — Regular Session
Proposed 2026 tax rate — Pecan Glen Road District
Adjourn — Pecan Glen Road District meeting
Voting record (6)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
Proposed 2026 property tax rate — Washington County
Proposed 2026 tax rate — Pecan Glen Road District
Certificates of Obligation, Series 2026
circulation of the petition helped provide additional information about the project to the public
Appointment of David Blakey as Reserve Deputy Constable
Official Bond — Reserve Deputy Constable David Blakey
Proceed with $45,000,000 Certificate of Obligation for Judicial Center only; Covered Arena to November bond election
Said the time had come to construct the Judicial Center after discussions with the financial advisor on costs.