Jessica Gonzalez

Homelessness Services and Emergency Shelter Funding

$116,000 allocated for Friends in Crisis and $200,000 reserved in fund balance.

Security protocols for the scheduled Nidal Hasan execution

Homeless shelter funding at risk

The group is asking the city for $400,000 in 2027, about a third of the roughly $1 million a year the city once estimated to run its own shelter.

Christmas fireworks at downtown tree lighting

No new city staffing costs — the event is already budgeted and staffed by police and fire.

Grant for Vehicle and Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention

Grant funding of $250,000 with a $50,000 cash match budgeted for FY27.

Outdoor Warning Siren System Expansion

The land purchase cost is $803,000.

Fireworks Display Permit

None directly stated, but supports community events.

May 2026 General Election and Joint Contracts

Estimated total election cost is roughly $90,000, half of which will be reimbursed by KISD.

Police Department Headquarters Roof Repairs

Expenditure of $265,255.19 from building services funds.

Firefighter Meet and Confer Recognition

Financial terms will be determined during future meet-and-confer negotiations.

Fire Department SCBA Equipment Financing

Involves a $3.5 million debt issuance repaid over seven years at an interest rate of 2.70%.

emergency alert system drill

This drill won't cost you anything directly, but it helps ensure our systems are ready to go when it really counts.

fireworks regulations

You could end up paying a significant fine if you ignore the local rules.