District 1 Council Member· 2020–2026

Jeff Bass

Garland

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At a glance

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Term ending May 12, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in: 32
Total speaking time: 5:12:49
Avg per meeting: 9:47
Segments: 6210

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Top issues during term (20)

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Community Outreach Programs

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economic development

The budget determines the allocation of tax increment funds for the upcoming fiscal year.

critical→Feb 2026[53]

Development Compliance and Transparency

The cost of potential code updates is currently unknown.

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Jeff Bass

Top issues during term (20)

Community Outreach Programs

economic development

Development Compliance and Transparency

Special Events Funding and Prioritization

Multifamily Development and State Legislation

Land and Resource Management

City Fees and Utility Transfers

downtown redevelopment

Commission Goals and Accomplishments

short-term rental regulations

DART Governance and Funding

public health alert

city debt

accessibility committee

Homestead and Senior Tax Exemptions

Board and Commission Appointments

Director's Update on City Initiatives

Omnium Circus Premiere

Senior Social Support and Case Management

Police Promotion Eligibility

Decisions during term (107)

Approval of April 14, 2026 Minutes

Approval of April 27, 2026 Minutes

GDC Amendment ORD 26-04

Approval of Minutes

Approval of April 2, 2026, Minutes

Approve Minutes of April 1, 2026 Meeting

Approval of Minutes

Approval of Minutes

Consent Agenda

Fireworks Ordinance Amendment

Approval of October 29, 2025 Minutes

Approve April 13, 2026 Plan Commission Minutes

Specific Use Provision (SUP) for Restaurant Drive-Through at 480 West I-30

Approval of Minutes

Appeal of Short-Term Rental Permit Revocation - 3401 Ridgedale Drive

Approval of Minutes

Approval of Minutes

Approve Consent Agenda

Ordinance for Youth Program Standards of Care

Code Compliance Civil Citation Program