District 1 Council Member· 2026-2028
Andrea Barefield
Waco
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
- 23
- Total speaking time
- 1:58:36
- Avg per meeting
- 5:09
- Segments
- 2385
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Top issues during term (20)
FY 2027 Annual Operating Budget
Sets city spending and tax collections for the upcoming fiscal year, affecting median homestead property tax bills.
local elections
This could mean big changes for future development deals and tax incentives related to that data center.
The Pines at Waco duplex development
Cutting from 48 to 36 units would have fundamentally changed the project's finances, developers said; the project adds tax base and housing instead.
Commercial and Residential Rezoning Across Multiple Corridors
Property tax valuations may adjust based on approved zoning changes.
Safe Haven Baby Boxes at Fire Stations
Incurs installation, maintenance, and recurring operational costs for baby box units.
Animal Shelter Capacity and Operations Review
Impacts city operating budget for animal control and shelter services.
Coffee shop/café zoning definition
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan Amendments
Operational adjustments may alter administrative efficiency for housing voucher allocations.
Barron's Branch Public Improvements and Master Development Agreement
Involves public investment not to exceed $183.8 million for downtown infrastructure and development management.
Parks and Recreation Planning and Advisory
Impacts city park maintenance and recreation funding as part of the FY27 budget process.
Data Center Development Concerns
Potential long-term strains on regional utility infrastructure and water supplies.
surveillance technology policy
Taxpayers are footing the bill for both the camera subscriptions and the repairs caused by the ongoing vandalism.
Expansion of Sober Living Housing in Sanger Heights
Private investment in property renovation and ongoing facility management.
BU/US 77 Corridor Improvements
Involves multi-million dollar highway construction projects and federal grant funding.
FY2026 Financial Audit and Auditor Appointment
Involves auditing fees and oversight of corporate assets, revenues, and distributions.
Advisory Board Annual Reports and Governance Review
Administrative restructuring with no direct fiscal impact.
FY 2026-2027 Operating Budget Approval
Sets the financial plan and operational spending limits for Rising Images properties for the coming year.
Rising Images Delinquent Account Write-Offs
Affects the financial ledger and bad debt tracking for Rising Images apartment properties.
Museum Capital Improvements
Involves a $10 million state funding allocation for museum and site improvements.
Severe Weather Response
Costs associated with emergency response and infrastructure damage are currently being assessed.
Moved or seconded (35)
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.
- movedpassed2026-08-18
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING
- secondedpassed2026-08-18
MOTION TO APPROVE ON SECOND READING
- movedpassed2026-08-18
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING
- secondedpassed2026-08-18
MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA
- 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 (301)
Recorded while Barefield was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of September 29, 2026 meeting minutes
Z-26-32 — Pines at Waco concept PUD (48 duplex units)
Z-26-43 — New Chapter Community transitional shelter special permit
Z-26-44 — Senecore Foundation special permit renewal
Z-26-46 — Texas KJ Investments rezone at Garden Drive and University Parks
Z-26-31 — City of Waco Northeast Riverside land use and rezoning amendments
ZA-26-07 — Coffee shop cafe definition ordinance amendment
East Waco Redevelopment Agreement and TIF Funding
25th Street Activation Agreement with Better Block Foundation
Zoning Change: 3116 Robinson Drive (Z-26-34)
Zoning Change: 1328 Harrison Avenue (Z-26-39)
Zoning Change: 9516 China Spring Road (Z-26-40)
Zoning Change: 2024 North 4th Street (Z-26-41)
Zoning Change: 2001 Gurley Lane (Z-26-42)
Proclaiming October 20, 2026, as Bird Kultgen Ford 90th Anniversary Day.
Approval of Consent Agenda
Endorsement of Councilmember Andrea Barefield for NLC 2nd Vice President
Adoption of Form-Based Code Zoning Amendments
Downtown Form-Based Code Rezoning
Amendment to Saddle Creek PUD Concept Plan
Voting record (190)
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