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)(General)
Data Center Development Concerns
Potential long-term strains on regional utility infrastructure and water supplies.
Executive Search Firm Proposals Review
Engaging an executive search firm will involve professional service fees.
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.
data center zoning
The project involves a $10 billion investment but raises concerns about utility strain.
city manager appointment
It's too early to tell if this appointment will impact your wallet, but new leadership often means new priorities.
property acquisition
It's a big investment, but the city hopes it'll pay off with new businesses and a boosted economy.
Office Rezoning at 501-511 Herring Avenue
Minimal fiscal impact.
litter enforcement
The city might spend more on cleanup if they don't enforce littering rules, but fines could bring some cash back.
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.
office closure
No big financial impact here, just a heads-up to avoid a wasted trip.
Recycling Program Updates
It shouldn't cost you anything extra, but missing your pickup could mean waiting another week unless you haul it yourself.
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.
Hotel Carmichael Opening Timeline
The project has built-in interest reserves and variable rate savings that help mitigate the impact of a delayed opening.
city manager resignation
Who knows how this shake-up will affect city finances, but change often comes with a price tag.
landfill closure
Expect potential changes to your trash bill as the city figures out new ways to handle waste.
eight-liner ban
Businesses with these machines could lose a revenue stream if the ban goes through.
warrant amnesty event
Clearing warrants could save you money on fines and fees, plus avoid future penalties.
job fair
This could mean more money in your pocket if you land a new job!
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.
Voting record (1)(General)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.