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Commissioner Precinct 4· 2019-2026

Russ Boles

Williamson County

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At a glance

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Term ending Dec 31, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
29
Total speaking time
3:09:30
Avg per meeting
6:32
Segments
2571

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Top issues during term (15)(Public Safety)

critical↓Mar 2026[17]

Justice Complex and Jail Site Selection Concerns

The court reallocated $142,907.88 for public engagement services.

high↑Feb 2026[16]

Transformative Justice Program Evaluation and Grant

$153,221 state grant plus county-funded attorney contracts of $57,000 each.

medium↑Oct 2026[13]

Diwali fireworks sales authorization

You could be looking at a hefty fine if you set off fireworks in a restricted area.

high↑Feb 2026[11]

Burn Ban Lifting

None directly from discussion, but preventing major grass fires reduces emergency response and property damage costs.

high↑Feb 2026[11]

County Flood Warning System Expansion

Not-to-exceed amount of $1.25 million funded through state flood grants.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

School crosswalk safety study

Study cost unknown; future safety installations could be costly and may be eyed for a future bond.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

Cold Case Internship Program

high↓Jun 2026[2]

Sheriff's Office Take-Home Vehicle Radius Expansion

Estimated annual fuel cost increase of approximately $62,000, plus additional fleet wear and tear.

medium↓Apr 2026[1]

Adult and Veterans Treatment Court Grant Applications

Grant-funded positions over a 48-month period totaling over $900,000 combined.

critical↓Jan 2026[1]

2026 Primary Election Administration and Polling Operations

The county spent significant staff time and resources managing election day complications and post-election ballot reconciliation.

medium↓Feb 2026[1]

Substance Abuse and Law Enforcement Budgeting

Potential future adjustments to law enforcement budget allocations.

medium↓Mar 2026[1]

Emergency Communications Tri-ACE Accreditation

Maintained through existing department operational budgets.

high↓Jan 2026[1]

Public Agenda Cybersecurity and Document Restrictions

Saves county resources by preventing potential fraudulent wire transfers and invoice rerouting.

medium↓Jun 2026[0]

public health emergency preparedness

Investing in early detection now helps local farmers and pet owners avoid the massive costs of treating an outbreak later.

medium→Feb 2026[0]

public safety notification

Staying updated helps you avoid wasted gas and time stuck in traffic detours.

Decisions during term (6)

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