Mayor Pro Tem· 2022–2026
Ramon Alvarez
Killeen
About
The provided articles do not offer a comprehensive overview of Ramon Alvarez's campaign platform. The most direct mention of a campaign focus relates to addressing 'crime and grime' within the city. Other articles discuss his appointment as Mayor Pro Tem and general election news, but do not detail specific policy proposals or broader platform positions.
Campaign promises (1)
- public-safetyTo get rid of 'crime and grime' in the city.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 141
- Total speaking time
- 7:42:05
- Avg per meeting
- 3:17
- Segments
- 7779
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Top issues during term (20)(Business Jobs)
City Manager Selection and Appointment
The city manager's compensation package will be determined upon final appointment.
Downtown Revitalization and Main Street Designation
Staffing and operational investments will be directed toward downtown economic development.
Airport Renaming
Funded through existing airport administrative channels with minimal transition costs.
Killeen Economic Development Corporation (KEDC) Funding
Requests an increased annual allocation of $865,000, adding $140,000 over previous funding levels.
Microtransit Expansion and Regional Transportation
Expands transit service coverage without increasing the city's current $650,000 annual subsidy.
Downtown Killeen Revitalization
Over $15 million in private investment has been poured into downtown Killeen.
Airport Concourse Naming and Facility Policy
Minimal administrative costs associated with signage.
Juneteenth Festival Municipal Support and Economic Impact
Cost of municipal in-kind services (staff time, equipment deployment).
National Mounted Warfare Foundation Museum Funding and Tourism Marketing
Allocates $80,000 annually from hotel occupancy tax funds through FY 2029.
Creation of Downtown Advisory Committee
Staff time and administrative resources for committee coordination.
Small Business Procurement and HUB Outreach
Enhanced local vendor participation can improve competitive pricing and local economic impact.
North Killeen Downtown Start-Up Program Funding
$1 million allocated for small business startup and relief programs.
Economic Incentives for MGC Pure Chemicals & Southern Roots Brewing
Includes up to $600,000 in Chapter 311 tax increment reimbursements and $1,262,723 in Chapter 380 incentives for MGC Pure Chemicals, plus $150,000 for Southern Roots Brewing.
Southern Roots Brewing Company Downtown Development
The city will sell the property for $300,000 secured by a vendor's lien and provide up to $150,000 in renovation reimbursements over five years.
Texas State Veterans Cemetery Management Transfer
State provides $1.2 to $1.9 million annually to fully cover direct and indirect operating costs.
Junk Vehicle Enforcement and Local Businesses
Potential loss of business revenue for local repair shops if customers are forced to remove uninspected cars.
Downtown Property Acquisition at 324 North Gray Street
Property purchase at $39 per square foot, backed by KEDC partnership and revitalization incentives.
Development and Platting Fee Structure
Impacts city revenues and development costs for builders across new residential and commercial projects.
CSI Aviation Corporate Headquarters Relocation & Airport Office Complex
The project costs approximately $5.18 million, funded through CIP fund balances and debt issuance, with lease revenues expected to generate strong returns.
Skylark Field Airport Infrastructure Improvements
Total project cost is $349,901.45, with major portions funded by federal BIL grants and state TxDOT grants.
Decisions during term (0)
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