District 3 Council Member· 2020–2026
Josh Borderud
Waco
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 7
- Total speaking time
- 4:23
- Avg per meeting
- 0:38
- Segments
- 128
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Top issues during term (20)
local elections
This could mean big changes for future development deals and tax incentives related to that data center.
Commercial and Residential Rezoning Across Multiple Corridors
Property tax valuations may adjust based on approved zoning changes.
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.
BU/US 77 Corridor Improvements
Involves multi-million dollar highway construction projects and federal grant funding.
Public Health District Operations and Program Updates
Operational funding and resource allocation are managed within the established public health district budget.
City Website Veteran Resources
Direct financial impact depends on individual benefit awards obtained through expedited VA claims processing.
Executive Search Firm Proposals Review
Engaging an executive search firm will involve professional service fees.
Downtown Redevelopment Infrastructure
The project is part of a 12-20 year redevelopment plan.
park redevelopment
This project will likely cost millions, but the long-term economic boost from a better park is the goal.
Council Leadership Transition
Big changes at the top could mean new spending priorities, but we don't know yet.
TIF Zone Management
Distributes $1.18 million in unspent funds back to the city, county, and college district.
Melody Grove II RAD/Section 18 Redevelopment
Details regarding capital stack and federal funding allocations will be outlined during the project briefing.
Cameron Park Zoo Infrastructure and Facility Upgrades
Maintaining accreditation supports ongoing institutional credibility and funding opportunities.
911 Response Times
Public Safety Labor Agreements
Financial impacts depend on negotiated salary, benefits, and operational provisions within the collective bargaining agreement.
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.
Downtown Redevelopment Project & Master Development Agreement
Involves public investment not to exceed $183.8 million for downtown infrastructure and development management.
Moved or seconded (18)
Motions Borderud 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.
- movedpassed2026-05-05
MOTION TO APPROVE ON SECOND READING
- movedpassed2026-05-05
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING BASED ON STAFF'S CURRENT RECOMMENDATION OF THE FOLLOWING MODIFICATION: SECTION 4.2 (BUILDING HEIGHT AND MASSING) BE AMENDED TO ALLOW A MAXIMUM BU…
- movedpassed2026-04-21
MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA WITH THE FOLLOWING REVISION TO RESOLUTION 2026-215 THAT THE MAYOR IS AUTHORIZED TO FINALIZE EMPLOYMENT TERMS
- secondedpassed2026-04-21
MOTION TO APPROVE ON SECOND READING
- secondedpassed2026-04-21
MOTION TO APPROVE
- secondedpassed2026-04-21
MOTION TO APPROVE ON SECOND READING
- secondedpassed2026-04-21
MOTION TO APPROVE ON SECOND READING
- movedpassed2026-04-21
MOTION TO WITHDRAW
- secondedpassed2026-04-21
MOTION TO APPROVE ON SECOND READING
- movedpassed2026-04-21
MOTION TO WITHDRAW
- movedpassed2026-04-07
Motion To Approve The Consent Agenda With The Following Revision: On RES-2026-188, Addition Of The Words "Subject To City Council Approval" Inserted At The End Of Number 3.
- movedpassed2026-04-07
Motion to Approve on Second Reading
- secondedpassed2026-04-07
Motion to Approve on First Reading
- movedpassed2026-03-17
Motion to Disapprove
- secondedpassed2026-03-17
Motion to Approve on First Reading
- secondedpassed2026-03-03
Motion to Approve on Second Reading
- movedpassed2026-02-17
Motion to Approve
- movedpassed2026-02-17
Motion to Approve
Decisions during term (133)
Recorded while Borderud was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Minutes from the February 10, 2026 Meeting
Resolution 2026-286: Canvass and Declare Results of May 2, 2026 General Election
Resolution 2026-287: Designate Mayor Pro Tem
Approval of April 1, 2026 Minutes
718 Tyler Ave Property Update
3513 Live Oak Ave Property Update
1122 Brook Ave Property Update
918 N 13th St Demolition Order
416 Spring St Property Update
1413 Holly Vista St Property Update
903 N 11th St Property Update
2123 N 5th St Property Update
117 Clifton St Civil Penalty
2901 S 12th St Civil Penalty
Approval of Consent Agenda
Adoption of Standards of Care for Youth Programs
Amendment to Floyd Casey Design Book
Public Art Commission Ordinance Amendment
City Manager Contract Authority Amendment
Land Use and Rezone: 14th and Columbus
Voting record (55)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
Approval of Resolution 2026-286
Resolution 2026-286: Canvass and Declare Results of May 2, 2026 General Election
MOTION TO APPROVE
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING
MOTION TO APPROVE ON SECOND READING
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING BASED ON STAFF'S CURRENT RECOMMENDATION OF THE FOLLOWING MODIFICATION: SECTION 4.2 (BUILDING HEIGHT AND MASSING) BE AMENDED TO ALLOW A MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT OF 50
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING
MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION TO APPROVE ON SECOND READING
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING
MOTION TO APPROVE ON SECOND READING
MOTION TO APPROVE ON SECOND READING
MOTION TO WITHDRAW
MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA WITH THE FOLLOWING REVISION TO RESOLUTION 2026-215 THAT THE MAYOR IS AUTHORIZED TO FINALIZE EMPLOYMENT TERMS
MOTION TO APPROVE
MOTION TO APPROVE
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING
MOTION TO WITHDRAW
MOTION TO APPROVE ON FIRST READING
MOTION TO APPROVE ON SECOND READING
MOTION TO APPROVE ON SECOND READING
Utility Easement Abandonment 1818 South 2nd Street (Second Reading)
Conflict of interest.
Motion To Approve The Consent Agenda With The Following Revision: On RES-2026-188, Addition Of The Words "Subject To City Council Approval" Inserted At The End Of Number 3.
Motion to Approve on Second Reading
Motion to Approve on First Reading
Motion to Approve on Second Reading
Motion to Approve on First Reading
Motion to Approve on Second Reading
Motion to Approve on Second Reading
Motion to Approve on First Reading
Motion to Approve on First Reading
Approval of Consent Agenda
Denial of Rezoning for 1508 Wilson Avenue
Motion to Approve on First Reading
Motion to Approve
Motion to Approve
Motion to Approve on First Reading
Motion to Approve on First Reading
Motion to Approve Consent Agenda
Motion to Disapprove
Motion to Approve on First Reading
Ordinance 2026-122: Municipal Setting Designation for Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center Property
Motion to Approve on Second Reading
Baylor Bearathon Street Closures
Employee of Baylor University.