Mayor· 2026-2029
Jim Ross
Arlington
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The provided articles primarily focus on the election race for Arlington mayor, highlighting incumbent Jim Ross and his challengers. A key point of contention mentioned is the recent property tax rate increase, indicating it's a significant issue in the campaign. The articles do not provide a comprehensive overview of Jim Ross's broader platform or specific campaign promises beyond this point of difference.
Campaign promises (1)
- taxesJim Ross and challenger Steve Cavender differ over the recent property tax rate increase.Related votes
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 41
- Total speaking time
- 8:17:58
- Avg per meeting
- 12:09
- Segments
- 9764
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Secondary Living Units and Aging in Place
The project is privately funded by the homeowners.
Multifamily Redevelopment Density at 1630 South Pecan Street
Private investment in a multi-million-dollar infill housing project.
Economic Development and Business Support
Enables future tax incentives for economic development projects.
Multi-Family Residential Development at 2245 Carter Drive
Private investment in new housing units.
Shops at Viridian Development
The project is expected to bring high-end retail to the area, potentially increasing local property values.
Light Industrial Expansion on US 287 Highway
Not stated; new commercial development would add to the tax base.
Poly Webb Crossing Addition Final Plat
Null
Hines Master Development Agreement — Collins & I-30
The city pays Hines $1.3 million for master planning work, with future land sale values and incentives still to be negotiated.
Industrial and Auto Repair Use on Blue Danube Street
Data Center Zoning and Operational Regulations
Potential high-value capital investment and tax revenue generation for the city.
Affordable Housing Finance
The bill's proponents suggest it could make housing more affordable and encourage development in targeted areas, potentially leading to increased property tax revenue.
Infill Townhome Density and Safety Concerns
Adds new housing stock on an infill lot but raises infrastructure and density concerns.
Orion Park Replat Approval
Platting fees and future tax base growth are associated with these developments.
Preliminary Plat for 301 E. Randol Mill Road
Temple O. Harris Addition Replat
Arlington Plaza 303 Addition Amending Plat
Routine administrative platting with standard municipal review fees.
Residential Lot Splits and Minor Plats
Development costs are covered by the private property owners.
Anthem Redevelopment
The city is committing $24.5 million in public infrastructure improvements on a reimbursement basis.
new hotel development
This could mean a big boost to local businesses and city revenue, but we'll have to see how it shakes out.
Innovate Arlington Comprehensive Plan & Outreach
None discussed.
Decisions during term (41)
Recorded while Ross was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Master Development Agreement with Hines DM Services US LLC (11.1)
Arlington Economic Development Corporation - Chapter 380 Grant Agreement with Advanced Composite Structures America Incorporated
Business Innovation & Research & Development (BIRD) Matching Funds Program - Takpar Technologies, LLC
PD26-16 (511 North Davis Drive) Townhome Development
Fee Adjustments and New Fees Authorization for Planning and Development Services Department Fee Schedule
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development - PY2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
Development Plan PD07-5R4-DP19 (Shops at Viridian)
Downtown Redevelopment – Abram Main Acquisition, LLC
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Economic Development and Reimbursement Agreement – TCDFW Development, Inc.
Downtown Redevelopment - Abram Main Acquisition, LLC
Downtown Redevelopment - Abram Main Acquisition, LLC
Development Plan PD07-05-DP19 (Shops at Viridian)
United States Department of Justice FY2026 Community Policing Development (CPD) Microgrants Program - Arlington Police Department Violent Crimes Unit
United States Department of Justice FY2026 Community Policing Development (CPD) Microgrants Program - Arlington Police Department Human Exploitation and Trafficking (HEAT) Unit
United States Department of Justice FY2026 Community Policing Development (CPD) Microgrants Program - Arlington Police Department Recruitment
Contract for Laserfiche Enhancements for the Planning and Development Services Department, Project 26-0256
Collateral Assignment of the Lincoln Square (“Anthem”) Development Agreement
Collateral Assignment of the Lincoln Square (“Anthem”) Master Development Agreement
Engineering Services Contract for Planning and Development Services Drainage Technical Review and Assistance, Project No. PWDR25003 and PW 26-03
Arlington Economic Development Corporation - All Cash Contract of Sale - Mary A. Stewart - 1215 Altman Drive
Voting record (14)(Development)
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