Commissioner, Precinct 2· 2022-2026
David Tullos
Grimes County
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 33
- Total speaking time
- 3:27:10
- Avg per meeting
- 6:17
- Segments
- 4345
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Top issues during term (20)
FY 2027 Budget Planning
Involves multi-million dollar reserves and department-wide expenditures.
infrastructure development
Upgrading the grid to handle these data centers could cost millions, which might end up shifting onto local taxpayers and utility customers.
Ambulance Fleet Expansion
Grant applications seek $350,000 for new ambulances.
Industrial Development Oversight
Potential tax abatements and economic incentives under discussion, alongside significant infrastructure costs.
County Employee Compensation
Impacts county operating expenses and taxpayer funds for the upcoming fiscal year.
County Burn Ban Continuation
Reduces potential emergency response costs associated with uncontrolled brush fires.
Early Voting Access
New equipment purchases utilize federal HAVA grant funds and reduce ongoing absentee ballot printing expenses.
Jail Population and Operational Shortfall
$15,000 transferred from the county contingency fund.
Road Safety and Mud Tracking on Highway 30
Potential future costs for road maintenance or coordination with state transportation officials.
Certification of November 3, 2026 Gubernatorial Election Results
While the elections themselves don't cost extra, the new officials' policy decisions could shift how your local tax dollars are spent.
SpaceX Semiconductor Facility Proposal
Potentially billions in capital investment and significant shifts in county tax revenue depending on negotiated abatement terms.
Development Oversight and Permit Staffing
Staffing additions involve tens of thousands of dollars in salary and equipment costs.
Creation of County Fire Marshal Office and Fire Code Adoption
Covered under existing operational budgets for the Fire Marshal's office.
Replacement of Damaged Road Maintenance Equipment
Up to $195,824.14 drawn from fund balance, potentially offset by insurance reimbursements.
SpaceX Semiconductor Facility Negotiations
Potential multi-million dollar tax abatements and economic incentives for a massive industrial facility.
Grimes County Animal Rescue Facility Maintenance
The court is considering a $20,000 operational budget for the rescue, with additional funds to be determined for building maintenance.
Road Department Restructuring
Allocates capital funds for road construction, repairs, and grant-funded infrastructure projects.
economic development incentive
The committee will influence future tax revenue by reviewing abatement requests.
zoning change
It boosts local economic activity and could bring in more tax revenue as the business expands.
County Road 206 Paving and Dust Concerns
Paving the additional half-mile section would require reallocating road department funds or budget adjustments.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Tullos 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.
- movedpassed 3-22026-08-19
Letter of Intent for Ambulance Purchase
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-19
Acceptance of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 3-22026-08-19
Letter of Intent for Ambulance Purchase
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- moved2026-08-19
Letter of Intent for Ambulance Purchase
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-19
Sunday in the Park Event Authorization
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-12
A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Commissioner David Tullos, seconded by Commissioner Michael Raska.
- secondedpassed 5-02026-08-05
Right-of-Way Purchase (CR 409)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-08-05
Order of Election for November 3, 2026
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-08-05
TexPool Investment Account
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 3-22026-07-24
Motion to administer oath to Constable Gary Bender
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-07-01
Tire Disposal Fees
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-06-17
Pull 203 Veterans Memorial Drive Property from Market
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-06-17
Jail Foundation RFQ
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-20
Waiver Valuation Policy
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-20
Road Department Restructuring
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-20
Approve Consent Agenda Items 1,2,3,4,5 6 and 7
- seconded2026-05-20
Credit Card Policy Exception
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 5-02026-05-20
Brosig Avenue Bridge Grant Termination
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-20
Constable Pct. 1 Radio Purchase
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 5-02026-05-20
Credit Card Policy Exception
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
Decisions during term (345)
Recorded while Tullos was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consent Agenda Items (Items 1-6)
Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day Proclamation
Interlocal Agreement with Town of Anderson for Fire Marshal Services
Interlocal Agreement with Town of Bedias for Fire Marshal Services
Establish Fund 75 Sheriff's Forfeiture Account
JustFOIA Software Contract
Motorola MSA Agreement for WatchGuard SaaS
UVT Drone Terms and Conditions Document
VC3 Master Services Agreement
eForce License Agreement
Watch Systems LLC Master Services Agreement
Covert Software Master Services Agreement
Road Department Report
PlanetBids Contract
Child Welfare Board Resignation and Appointments
Indigent Defense Program Grant Resolution
Take action to renew and amend annual contracts.
Consider and take action to approve payroll.
Consider and take action to approve Budget Amendments and/or Line-Item Transfers.
Consent Agenda Approval
Voting record (82)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
Motion by County Judge Joe Fauth to Approve option two for the TCOLE salary structure in the FY 2027 budget, adding a $4 per hour increase to the current salary structure for all TCOLE employees acros
Motion by Commissioner Chad Mallett to Approve option one for the TCOLE salary structure in the FY 2027 budget, moving patrol deputies' current year midpoint to the min and adding a $4 per hour increa
Adopt the proposed FY 2026/2027 budget for Grimes County with the changes discussed, pursuant to Local Government Code Section 111.008.
Adopt the tax rate for Grimes County for Tax Year 2026 at $0.3950 per $100 taxable valuation ($0.3950 for maintenance and operations, $0.0000 for debt service), pursuant to Local Government Code Secti
TCOLE Salary Option Vote
Supported Option One during the record vote.
FY 2026/2027 Budget Adoption
Tax Rate Adoption for Tax Year 2026
Department Head Salary Scale Adjustment
amend the motion to reduce the letter of intent for ambulance purchase from four ambulances to two ambulances, and revisit once the budget is finalized.
Sunday In The Park Event Authorization
Annual Comprehensive Financial Report Acceptance
Ambulance Purchase Letter of Intent
Motion to Recess over Public Comment Open Meetings Act Question
Seconded the motion to recess for legal clarification.
Motion to Propose a Tax Rate of 0.39
Motion to Propose a Tax Rate of 0.395
Advocated for tax relief for property owners while exploring budget adjustments.
Motion by Commissioner David Tullos to Recess until the county attorney can be present to address the Open Meetings Act question in person so the Court doesn't knowingly violate the Open Meetings Act.
Motion by Commissioner David Tullos to propose a 2027 tax rate of 0.39 per $100 valuation.
Motion by Commissioner David Tullos to propose a 2027 tax rate of 0.395 per $100 valuation.
Adjourn Meeting
Approve the proposed salary, expenses, and other allowances for Grimes County elected officials for the 2026-2027 fiscal year as designated in the preliminary budget proposed by the County Judge, with
Propose Salary, Expenses, and Allowances for Elected Officials
Appointment of Election Judges, Ballot Board, and Counting Station Members
Abstained due to uncertainty regarding the appropriate statutory appointment process.
Adjourn Budget Hearing
Authorize RFQs for Jail Expansion
Administer Oath to Constable Gary Bender
Adjourn Budget Meeting Part One
Consent Agenda Approval (Item 6 Tabled)
Authorization of Tire Disposal Fees at Stoneham Solid Waste Site
Approve the designation and creation of SpaceX Reinvestment Zone No 01-2026-001 pursuant to Chapter 312 of the Texas Tax Code.
Motion by Chad Mallett to Approve a Section 381.004 Economic Development Program and Agreement between Space Exploration Technologies Corp. and Grimes County.
Designation of SpaceX Reinvestment Zone No. 01-2026-001
Stated the process was rushed, lacked transparency, and included expanded geographic boundaries without adequate public notice or local dialogue.
Approval of Tax Abatement Agreement with SpaceX
Argued the agreement surrendered county values and quality of life for inadequate financial return over 35 years.