Commissioner, Precinct 4· 2015-2027
David Linder
Brazoria County
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 42
- Total speaking time
- 1:02:46
- Avg per meeting
- 1:30
- Segments
- 1441
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Top issues during term (18)(General)
Data Center Development
Data centers may impact local property tax appraisals and water utility costs.
public health / pest control
The city is dipping into its emergency budget to cover the extra fuel and chemical costs for these additional spraying runs.
municipal facilities
The city funded a $5 million capital improvement project to build this new facility.
trash pickup reduction
Helps the city balance its budget by cutting waste management costs, though residents won't see a direct tax break.
Language Access in County Services
The contract award impacts the county's annual budget for employee benefits.
surveillance cameras
The city will save money on camera subscriptions, though it might lose out on automated tracking tech they already paid for.
city administration personnel
This standard administrative appointment involves budgeted operational costs with no new financial burden on taxpayers.
Sheriff's Office Conduct
The county could be looking at expensive legal battles and potential settlements if the investigation finds the deputy acted improperly.
District Court Judgment Review Contract Labor
General fund expenditure not to exceed $20,400 through the end of fiscal year 2026.
civil service rules
It doesn't immediately cost taxpayers extra, but hiring the right first responders efficiently keeps our tax dollars working smarter.
city branding
Freeport taxpayers dodged an immediate bill for a flashy new city logo and marketing campaign.
eight-liner machine ban
Local businesses and arcades miss out on immediate gaming revenue while the ban stays in place.
energy infrastructure
It should help keep energy prices more stable by preventing the massive spikes we usually see when the grid gets stressed.
city legal counsel appointment
Switching firms usually comes with new billing rates and transition costs that could affect the city's legal budget.
beach access regulation
Local businesses near the entrance might see a dip in heavy-gear-toting beachgoers, but parking lots could rake in extra fees.
Municipal Utility District formation
Expect your property taxes to shift as the district issues bonds to pay for all those new pipes, roads, and utility lines.
eminent domain
This could save landowners a fortune in legal fees and property value losses by forcing companies to pay fair market rates or abandon projects.
municipal corruption
The city is out over $223,000 of taxpayer money that was supposed to go toward public services.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Linder 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.
- movedpassed2026-08-11
Engineering Services for the Savannah Parkway Improvements Project (Precinct 4)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-08-11
Open Public Hearing for Regulatory Signs for the Road and Bridge Department (Precinct 4)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-08-11
Commissioners Court Special Session - July 28, 2026 9:00 AM
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-08-11
Certificates of Obligation, Series 2026 Constable Precinct 4
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-07-28
Right of Way Acquisition - CR 400 Realignment (Precinct 4)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-07-28
I.4: Adopting Tax Abatement Guidelines and Criteria
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-07-28
I.4: Adopting Tax Abatement Guidelines and Criteria
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-07-28
Commissioners Court Regular Session - July 14, 2026 9:00 AM
- movedpassed2026-06-23
Utilize Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act (GoMESA) Funding for Lake Management Electroshock Equipment
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-06-23
Treasurer’s Monthly Cash and Investment Report (April 2026)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-06-09
Commissioners Court Special Session - May 26, 2026 9:00 AM
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-06-09
Donation of American Flag (H.20)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-06-09
Resolution Regarding the Development of Data Centers and Related Facilities in the State of Texas Page 3 of 5 Filed 3:10 PM, June 03, 2026, Joyce Hudman Brazoria County Commissioners Court Agenda
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-05-26
New Position: Public Safety Systems Administrator
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-05-26
Commissioners Court Regular Session - May 12, 2026 9:00AM
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-05-12
Facilities Management Position Restructure
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-05-12
Issue Change Order for CSP #25-67 Concrete Pavement Repairs 2025 Bar X Phase V - Mill Road (County Road 969M) from State Highway 35 to Flintlock Court
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-05-12
Accept Posting of Regulatory Signs for the Road and Bridge Department (Precinct 4)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-04-28
New Position: Constable Deputy - Precinct 2
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- moved2026-04-28
Consider Combining and/or Creating New Positions Department Heads
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
Decisions during term (5)
Recorded while Linder was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Texas General Land Office Community Development Block Grant - Mitigation Grant (CDBG-MIT)
General Contract Provisions between Brazoria County and Houston - Galveston Area Council (H-GAC)
Amendment to General Land Office (GLO) Agreement for Surfside Jetty Park Project
Approve Participation with the Texas General Land Office, Texas Parks and Wildlife, and Brazoria County Fire Fighters Association in a Vessel Turn-In Program
Move COVID-Funded Health Department Positions to General Fund
Voting record (1)(General)
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