Commissioner Precinct 4· 2023-2027
Mauricio "Wicho" Gonzalez
Jim Wells County, TX
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 21
- Total speaking time
- 1:23:25
- Avg per meeting
- 3:58
- Segments
- 1741
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Top issues during term (20)
Proposed 2026 Tax Rate and 2027 Budget Planning
Determines the total county operating budget and property tax rates for residents and businesses.
Jail Prisoner Detention and Medical Costs
Estimated annual cost of $316,230 for salaries and benefits, potentially offsetting over $500,000 in out-of-county housing expenses.
Disaster Recovery Reallocation Program Procurement
Potential disaster recovery funding for the county; specific dollar amounts are not listed in the agenda materials.
Jail Facility Evaluation
Out-of-county inmate housing exceeds $1 million annually, and a new jail facility could cost millions in capital outlay.
Animal Control Order Update
Operational costs associated with county animal control enforcement.
Local Disaster Declarations for Drought and Screwworms
Enables access to emergency state and federal resources and grant funding.
Tecolote Water Project
$23,000 land purchase funded by the general fund, unlocking a $1.2 million federal water grant.
GLO Storm Water Improvement Projects at K-Bar Ranch and Rancho Alegre
Routine maintenance responsibilities for drainage infrastructure.
VTX1 Fiber Internet Renewal for Rural County Facilities
Reduces monthly internet expenditure by approximately $2,043.
Emergency Radio Communication System Upgrade
The county will contribute $44,645.92 toward the gateway communication system.
South Johnson Street Reconstruction
The project involves multi-million dollar construction bids.
Public Health and Safety Services
Grant-funded acquisition of a $350,000 ambulance vehicle and equipment.
Extreme Drought and 90-Day Outdoor Burn Ban
None currently, but potential wildfire suppression costs could arise if dry conditions persist.
Economic Development Agreement
Half-cent sales tax rebate capped at $250,000 over 10 years, offset by $1.5 million in commercial building improvements.
sewer infrastructure funding
Federal dollars are footing the bill, sparing local taxpayers from shouldering the cost of these massive infrastructure upgrades.
State Grant Funding for New County Ambulance
$350,000 fully covered by state grant funds.
Homeowner Reconstruction Assistance Program RFPs
Involves federal and state housing funds administered through TDHCA.
Retail Electric Power Procurement
Protects county facilities from anticipated market spikes over a 5-year term.
2027 Group Health Plan Renewal Rates
Increases county health plan expenditures by over $117,000 while avoiding the highest tier of rate increases.
Indigent defense grant funding (TIDC FY2027)
Grant funds could offset county costs for indigent legal defense, though the exact amount isn't stated in the agenda materials.
Decisions during term (376)
Recorded while Gonzalez was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Previous Minutes
Budget Amendments Consent Agenda
Certification of State Grant Funds (HB 3000)
Tax Sale Property Offer - Premont (Suit No. 15-01-16611-B)
Tax Sale Property Offer - Premont (Suit No. 16-12-16845-B, Blk 91)
Tax Sale Property Offer - Alice (Suit No. 16-12-16845-B, McMasters)
Safety/Appreciation Luncheon Bids and Date
Earnest Money Contract for Real Property Acquisition in Tecolote
Opening of RFPs for GLO Disaster Recovery Program Administration
Opening of RFQs for GLO Disaster Recovery Program Engineering
Table Animal Control Order
Waive Fairgrounds Fees for Herman and Herman Turkey Giveaway
Resolution for TCDGB Community Development Fund Application
Upgrade AT&T Dedicated Internet Fiber Service
Table Deaf and Hard of Hearing Center Service Agreement
Approval of County Treasurer's Report and Monthly Reports
Approval of County Auditor's Reports
Approval of Payroll and Bills
Award Administrative/Professional Services for GLO DRRP
Award Engineering/Architectural Services for GLO DRRP
Voting record (35)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
Denial of Sheriff's Request for Five Jailer Positions
Expressed concern over shifting jail capacity claims and self-inflicted staffing issues.
Adoption of FY 2027 County Budget
Setting the 2026 County Tax Rate
Award Jail Evaluation RFQ #2026-CJ001 to Turner-Ramirez Architects
Adjourn Meeting
Relocating the County emergency warning siren tower currently located at 6175 U.S. Highway 281 South to County-owned property located across from Ben Bolt High School, and authorize all actions necess
Relocation of Emergency Warning Siren Tower
Voted against stating that he felt this item should have been put up for bids.