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Commissioner, Precinct 1· 2021-2029

Ryan Williams

Denton County

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At a glance

News mentions
5

Term ending Dec 31, 2029.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
32
Total speaking time
2:24:16
Avg per meeting
4:31
Segments
2448

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Top issues during term (20)

critical→Feb 2026[192]

Transportation Infrastructure and Roadway Improvements

Denton County contributions total $2,055,000 across three road projects.

medium→Jan 2026[115]

economic development

It's a tiny $25,000 investment right now, but it could pay off big if they actually land the academy.

critical↓Feb 2026[113]

FY 2027 Budget and Staffing

Total county budget of $494.5 million with a reduced property tax rate.

medium↓Jun 2026[86]

school district budget

You'll see a bit more breathing room in your bank account thanks to the lower tax rate.

medium→Mar 2025[83]

urban development

You'll likely see higher property values, but be prepared for potential tax hikes to fund the massive infrastructure upgrades needed to handle the traffic.

high↓Feb 2026[78]

Data Center Development

Potential property and sales tax revenues ranging in the millions from multi-billion-dollar facility investments.

critical↓Aug 2026[74]

2026 Property Tax Rate Calculation

Impacts all property taxpayers in Denton County based on assessed property values.

high→Jul 2024[60]

residential development

Expect your property taxes to fluctuate as the city scrambles to fund the new infrastructure needed to support thousands of new neighbors.

high↑Sep 2026[54]

November 2026 General Election Preparation

Costs associated with administering the November general election.

high↓Jun 2026[40]

County-wide Election Day Voting

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medium↑Oct 2026[35]

city council actions

Depending on which of the six decisions affects your neighborhood, you could see shifts in local tax dollars, municipal fees, or city-funded project spending.

high→Apr 2024[33]

urban planning

Expect your property taxes or utility fees to shift as the city funds the massive infrastructure upgrades needed to support all these new neighbors.

medium↓Apr 2025[25]

local election

A special election to replace the mayor would cost taxpayers a significant chunk of change.

high↑Aug 2026[25]

Countywide Polling Places

Potential administrative and software costs associated with transitioning election day polling operations.

high→Apr 2026[24]

Public Health Funding

State grant revenues and expenditures allocated totaling over $500,000 for public health programs.

medium↑Sep 2026[22]

public safety infrastructure

While building a new station costs money upfront, faster response times usually mean better property protection and potentially lower insurance costs for nearby residents.

high→Jul 2025[22]

wastewater treatment facility

You might see your home's resale value take a hit if this plant moves into the neighborhood.

critical↓Jun 2026[22]

Sheriff's Office Equipment Upgrades

The cost of training and equipment is managed through the Sheriff's departmental budget.

medium↑Oct 2026[20]

Employee Wellness Clinic Contract Award

Up to $567,711.60 from the county Benefit Plan — and it's a cost reduction from the prior arrangement.

critical→Aug 2026[16]

County-Wide Burn Ban

Prevents catastrophic property damage and emergency response costs associated with uncontrolled wildfires.

Moved or seconded (40)

Motions Williams 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.

  • secondedpassed 4-02026-09-01

    Move to approve by Comm. Mitchell, seconded by Comm. Williams.

  • movedpassed 4-02026-09-01

    Move to approve by Comm. Williams, seconded by Comm. Mitchell.

  • secondedpassed 4-02026-09-01

    Move to approve by Comm. Falconer, seconded by Comm. Williams.

  • movedpassed 4-02026-09-01

    Move to approve by Comm. Williams, seconded by Comm. Mitchell.

  • movedpassed 4-02026-09-01

    Move to approve by Comm. Williams, seconded by Comm. Falconer.

  • movedpassed 4-02026-09-01

    Move to approve by Comm. Williams, seconded by Comm. Falconer.

  • secondedpassed 4-02026-09-01

    Move to approve by Comm. Mitchell, seconded by Comm. Williams.

  • movedpassed 4-02026-09-01

    Move to approve by Comm. Williams, seconded by Comm. Falconer.

  • secondedpassed 4-02026-09-01

    Move to approve by Comm. Falconer, seconded by Comm. Williams.

  • secondedpassed 4-02026-09-01

    Move to approve by Comm. Mitchell, seconded by Comm. Williams.

  • movedpassed 4-02026-09-01

    Move to approve by Comm. Williams, seconded by Comm. Mitchell.

  • movedpassed 4-02026-08-25

    Move to approve by Comm. Williams, seconded by Comm. Edmondson.

  • movedpassed 5-02026-08-19

    Approval of increase in funding for Training & Education funded from Sheriff’s Administration Fund and Approval of four (4) new Communications Officer positions, Grade 9, and…

  • secondedpassed 5-02026-08-19

    Veteran's Court Program Manager Funding

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed 5-02026-08-19

    Veteran's Court Program Manager Funding

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed 5-02026-08-19

    Approval of one (1) new Payroll & Financial Systems Administrator position, Grade 15, and set-up expenses effective October 1, 2026. Treasurer’s Office.

  • movedpassed 5-02026-08-18

    Approval of a five (5) year agreement for a Bundle Taser Certification, from Axon Enterprise, in the amount of $128,370, through the BuyBoard Cooperative Contract #743-24; and any appropriate action.

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed 5-02026-08-18

    Approval of Budget Amendment Request #2026-417 for Sheriff’s Administration

  • secondedpassed 5-02026-08-18

    Approval of renewal of ITB #24-2821, Tree Lighting and Annual Maintenance, to DecorIQ; and any appropriate action.

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed 5-02026-08-18

    Approval of the request to hold a Public Hearing at 9:00 a.m. on September 15, 2026, for consideration of the Approval; Approval with Conditions; or Disapproval of the American Equ…

Decisions during term (912)

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

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Resolution recognizing Sharon Aldenderfer's retirement

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Acceptance of five 2026 NACo Achievement Awards

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Consent agenda (appointments and September Road Superintendent report)

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Ponderosa Estates Replat approval

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

The Meadows Commercial Replat approval

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Approval of Bill Report

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Rescission of Order 26-0835 and issuance of Tax Notes, Series 2026

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Courthouse-on-the-Square restoration specs and evaluation committee

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Axon Attorney Justice Premier Plus purchase — $4,191,360 over 10 years

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Dell computer purchase for FY2027 hardware refresh — $877,902

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Architectural services specifications (RFSQ #26-2937)

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Laserfiche subscription expansion — $153,560.95

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Acceptance of WIC Maternal Health Center grant — $90,774

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Amended Sheriff's Office/Texas Workforce Commission contract

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Termination of Certified Payments agreements

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Government Window payment processing agreement

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

BJA Adult Treatment Court grant application — $1,002,474

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Veterans Treatment Court grant application — $300,000

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

Standard Insurance benefit administration agreement

approved4-0Oct 27, 2026

MGA Insurance settlement acceptance — $9,934.16

Voting record (58)

58 yes0 no

Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.

Voted yesOct 5, 2026

Approval of award for RFP #26-2921, Denton County Employee Wellness Clinic to Marathon Health

Voted yesSep 29, 2026

Approval of Proclamation Recognizing National Bullying Prevention Month

Voted yesSep 29, 2026

Approval of Proclamation Recognizing Cadet Captain Owen Cramer

Voted yesSep 29, 2026

Continuation and Rate Setting for Local Health Care Provider Participation Program

Voted yesSep 29, 2026

Intermodal Logistics Center West - Replat Approval

Voted yesSep 29, 2026

Pope Shire Addition Final Plat Approval

Voted yesSep 29, 2026

North Star Final Plat Disapproval

Voted yesSep 29, 2026

Public Hearing Settings for Oct 27, 2026

Voted yesSep 29, 2026

DISD School Resource Investigator Agreement Approval

Voted yesSep 29, 2026

Wise County Inmate Housing ILA Approval

Voted yesSep 1, 2026

Approval of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Proclamation

Voted yesSep 1, 2026

Approval of Consent Agenda

Voted yesSep 1, 2026

Approval of FY2027 Employee Medical Premiums (Option B)

Voted yesSep 1, 2026

Approval of Increased Employer Seed Contributions for HDHP/HSA

Voted yesAug 19, 2026

Approval of Program Manager - Veteran's Court Position

Voted yesAug 19, 2026

Retention of Grant Accounting and Internal Auditor Positions

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Consent Agenda

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Resolution Recognizing Kim Guertler's Retirement

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Resolution Recognizing Dan Myers' Retirement

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Resolution Recognizing Jeff Wiginton's Retirement

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Bill Report Approval

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Issuance and Sale of Permanent Improvement Refunding Bonds

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Renewal of Hot Mix Asphaltic Concrete Contract

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Revisions to Purchasing Policy Section 24

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Specifications and Advertising for Shady Shores Road Project

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Specifications and Advertising for Copier Fleet RFP

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Cancellation of Contract with Southwest Distributing Co.

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Central Utility Plant Refurbishment Contract

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Civil Courts Building HVAC Remediation Contract

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Language & ASL Interpretation Award

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Barricades Award

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Port-A-Potty and Hand-Washing Stations Award

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Full-Service Deputy License Agreement Award

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Budget Amendment Request #2026-279 for County Jail Overtime

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Budget Amendment Request #2026-282 for Public Health Training

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Budget Amendment Request #2026-284 for AgriLife Extension Travel

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

DSHS Tuberculosis Grant Amendment

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Public Hearing Request for Lake Geneva Estates Replat

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

City of Dallas ICAC Program Agreement

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Constable Bond for Trevor Krueger

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Farm and Ranch Contract for Real Property Purchase

Voted yesFeb 10, 2026

Purchase of Gurkha MPV Armored Vehicle

Voted yesFeb 10, 2026

Budget Amendment Request #2026-147

Voted yesFeb 10, 2026

Budget Amendment Request #2026-149

Voted yesFeb 10, 2026

Corple Addition Final Plat

Voted yesFeb 3, 2026

Approval of Eagle Scout Proclamation for Mir Mehdi Ali

Voted yesFeb 3, 2026

Transfer of Mental Health Treatment Court

Voted yesFeb 3, 2026

Grant Application Submissions for Specialty Courts

Voted yesFeb 3, 2026

Consent Agenda Approval

Voted yesFeb 3, 2026

Bill Report Approval

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