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District 3 Council Member· 2020–2026

Josh Borderud

Waco

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At a glance

News mentions
1

Term ending May 12, 2026.

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)(General)

critical↓Apr 2026[23]

Data Center Development Concerns

Potential long-term strains on regional utility infrastructure and water supplies.

high↑Jan 2026[11]

Executive Search Firm Proposals Review

Engaging an executive search firm will involve professional service fees.

medium↓Jan 2026[6]

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.

high↑Feb 2026[6]

data center zoning

The project involves a $10 billion investment but raises concerns about utility strain.

high↑Jan 2026[5]

city manager appointment

It's too early to tell if this appointment will impact your wallet, but new leadership often means new priorities.

high↓Oct 2025[4]

property acquisition

It's a big investment, but the city hopes it'll pay off with new businesses and a boosted economy.

high↓Aug 2025[4]

Office Rezoning at 501-511 Herring Avenue

Minimal fiscal impact.

medium↓May 2026[2]

litter enforcement

The city might spend more on cleanup if they don't enforce littering rules, but fines could bring some cash back.

critical↓May 2026[2]

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.

medium↓Feb 2026[2]

data center expansion

This could mean big bucks for the city, but we might end up footing the bill for increased utility costs.

medium↓Jan 2026[2]

office closure

No big financial impact here, just a heads-up to avoid a wasted trip.

medium↓Mar 2026[1]

Recycling Program Updates

It shouldn't cost you anything extra, but missing your pickup could mean waiting another week unless you haul it yourself.

critical↓Nov 2025[0]

public health investigation

The county is working with state and commercial partners to secure additional resources, though availability remains constrained by national supply chain issues.

high↓Jan 2026[0]

Hotel Carmichael Opening Timeline

The project has built-in interest reserves and variable rate savings that help mitigate the impact of a delayed opening.

high↓Sep 2025[0]

city manager resignation

Who knows how this shake-up will affect city finances, but change often comes with a price tag.

high↓Feb 2026[0]

landfill closure

Expect potential changes to your trash bill as the city figures out new ways to handle waste.

high↓Oct 2025[0]

eight-liner ban

Businesses with these machines could lose a revenue stream if the ban goes through.

medium↓Oct 2025[0]

warrant amnesty event

Clearing warrants could save you money on fines and fees, plus avoid future penalties.

medium↓Mar 2026[0]

job fair

This could mean more money in your pocket if you land a new job!

medium↓May 2026[0]

voting rights and representation

This could mean big changes to campaign spending and how local elections are funded.

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 (1)

Recorded while Borderud was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.