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)(General)
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.
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.
Kate Ross Sidewalk Replacement Phase II Contract Award
Funds will be allocated under Project No. 82420261 for construction services.
Residential Property Compliance
Action on these properties may involve municipal expenditures for abatement or fines levied against owners.
Personnel Appointment
The impact on the city budget is currently unknown.
Tourism Incentives and Marketing Strategy
Unknown incentive amounts discussed for upcoming tourism events.
Executive Search Firm Proposals Review
Engaging an executive search firm will involve professional service fees.
Downtown Revitalization
The project is expected to guide long-term private investment in the downtown core.
Riverwalk project
Advances significant private investment along the downtown riverfront without direct city financial subsidies for the final phases.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Siting
The city has invested in land acquisition, but specific construction costs for a plant remain unbudgeted.
data center zoning
The project involves a $10 billion investment but raises concerns about utility strain.
criminal charges against city employee
Taxpayer money could be on the line for legal fees and potential settlements, not to mention the cost of fixing any broken systems.
city manager appointment
It's too early to tell if this appointment will impact your wallet, but new leadership often means new priorities.
Airport Operations and Capital Improvements
Details regarding capital improvement costs and grant funding were scheduled for presentation.
Employee Health Insurance Plan Adjustments & Shortfall
Requires a 12% city contribution increase (~$2.2 million) and a 7% employee premium hike to eliminate a $4 million fund shortfall.
data center expansion
This could mean big bucks for the city, but we might end up footing the bill for increased utility costs.
litter enforcement
The city might spend more on cleanup if they don't enforce littering rules, but fines could bring some cash back.
office closure
No big financial impact here, just a heads-up to avoid a wasted trip.
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 (2)
Recorded while Barefield was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
2026-506 Consider a resolution: (1) amending the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating and Capital Improvements Program ("CIP") budgets for the General Fund, Abandoned Motor Vehicle Fund, Hazmat Fund, Park Performance Fund, Information…
2026-507 Consider a resolution: (1) amending the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 General Fund budget by increasing appropriations by $114,429.50 from Streets Fund; (2) approving the purchase of one new Weedoo TC-3012 Workboat for Public Works…
Voting record (1)(General)
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