Commissioner Precinct 4· 2019-2026
Russ Boles
Williamson County
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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)
Justice Complex and Jail Site Selection Concerns
The court reallocated $142,907.88 for public engagement services.
Transformative Justice Program Evaluation and Grant
$153,221 state grant plus county-funded attorney contracts of $57,000 each.
Diwali fireworks sales authorization
You could be looking at a hefty fine if you set off fireworks in a restricted area.
Burn Ban Lifting
None directly from discussion, but preventing major grass fires reduces emergency response and property damage costs.
County Flood Warning System Expansion
Not-to-exceed amount of $1.25 million funded through state flood grants.
School crosswalk safety study
Study cost unknown; future safety installations could be costly and may be eyed for a future bond.
Cold Case Internship Program
Sheriff's Office Take-Home Vehicle Radius Expansion
Estimated annual fuel cost increase of approximately $62,000, plus additional fleet wear and tear.
Adult and Veterans Treatment Court Grant Applications
Grant-funded positions over a 48-month period totaling over $900,000 combined.
2026 Primary Election Administration and Polling Operations
The county spent significant staff time and resources managing election day complications and post-election ballot reconciliation.
Substance Abuse and Law Enforcement Budgeting
Potential future adjustments to law enforcement budget allocations.
Emergency Communications Tri-ACE Accreditation
Maintained through existing department operational budgets.
Public Agenda Cybersecurity and Document Restrictions
Saves county resources by preventing potential fraudulent wire transfers and invoice rerouting.
public health emergency preparedness
Investing in early detection now helps local farmers and pet owners avoid the massive costs of treating an outbreak later.
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.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Mutual Aid Agreement for Complex Emergency Response and Investigation Planning between the Department of Public Safety and Williamson County, Williamson County Sheriff's Office and…
Ballistic Windshields for Public Safety Vehicles
Microsoft Azure Licenses for Public Safety
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a resolution recognizing the importance of 911 telecommunicators and naming the week of April 12–18, 2026, as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to accept equipment through the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation.
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grant Application
Voting record (6)(Public Safety)
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