CITY • McLennan COUNTY

Emily McKenzie

Councilmember, Place 3

City of Lorena

Elected Councilmember, Place 3 for City of Lorena.

254-857-4641

Multi-Year Roll-Call & Fiscal Trajectory (2000–2026)

Voting Liberty Trend & Jurisdiction Budget Growth

City of Lorena Full Budget Trend →

5-Yr Roll-Call Trend

▲ +0.2 pts

Career Shift: -13.3 pts

Pro-Liberty Roll-Calls

141 Votes

vs. 146 Expansion Votes

Jurisdiction Budget (YoY)

+3.1% YoY

27-Yr CAGR: +4.0%/yr

5-Yr Jurisdiction Budget

+35.9% (5Y)

10Y: +58.9% • Since '00: +186.9%

Annual Roll-Call Liberty Trajectory (2019–2026)8 Recorded Legislative Sessions

2019: 53 (D)2021: 39.5 (F)2026: 39.7 (F)

Electoral History & Canvass Margins

June 2026 City of Lorena Official General Election Canvass (2026-06-15)

Councilmember, Place 3

ELECTED / WON

Emily McKenzie (Current Profile)100.0% (202 votes)

Early Voting: 123Election Day: 69Mail Ballots: 10

Roll-Call Voting Record & Scorecard

Total Recorded Votes

397

Yes Votes

397 (100%)

No / Dissenting Votes

0 (0%)

Abstentions

Recorded Public Votes Log

Ordered from most impactful to Freedom Score to least impactful

#1VOTED: YES-9.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

7. Discussion and possible action setting the date to adopt the 2026 tax rate and the 2026-2027 fiscal Year Budget.

#2VOTED: YES-9.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

6. Discussion and possible action setting the date for the tax rate and budget public hearings.

#3VOTED: YES-9.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

8. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026-0908-03 adopting the 2026 property tax rate of

#4VOTED: YES-9.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-08-11

7. Discussion and possible action setting the date to adopt the 2026 tax rate and the 2026-2027 fiscal Year Budget.

#5VOTED: YES+8.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-08

8. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026-0908-03 adopting the 2026 property tax rate of

#6VOTED: YES+8.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-08-11

5. Discussion and possible action setting the 2027 proposed property tax rate.

#7VOTED: YES+8.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

5. Discussion and possible action setting the 2027 proposed property tax rate.

#8VOTED: YES+8.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-08-11

6. Discussion and possible action setting the date for the tax rate and budget public hearings.

#9VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-08-17

9. Discussion and possible action approving a recommendation from the Lorena TIRZ #1 East Board of Directors for

#10VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-07-20

9. Discussion and possible action approving a recommendation from the Lorena TIRZ #1 East Board of Directors for

#11VOTED: YES-7.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

22. Discussion and possible action to consider a recommendation from the Lorena TIRZ #1 East Board of

#12VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-08

6. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026-0908-01 accepting the 2026 Certified Tax Roll.

#13VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-12-02

Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions

#14VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-01-07

Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition

#15VOTED: YES-7.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-09-03

Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions

#16VOTED: YES+7.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-01-02

Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees

#17VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

6. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026-0908-01 accepting the 2026 Certified Tax Roll.

#18VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-08-17

8. Consider, discuss, and take action on the updated Application Fee Schedule.

#19VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-11-04

Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions

#20VOTED: YES+7.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-08-05

Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees

#21VOTED: YES-7.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-07-02

Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions

#22VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

11. Consider, discuss, and take action on Ordinance 2026-0817-01 renewing the current Water Moratorium.

#23VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

11. Consider, discuss, and take action on Ordinance 2026-0921-01 for the adoption of the FY 2026 – 2027

#24VOTED: YES+7.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

9. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026 -0407-01 amending Section 2.4.3(A) of the

#25VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-09-02

Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions

#26VOTED: YES-7.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-08-06

Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions

#27VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

7. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026-0908-02 adopting the 2026-2027 fiscal year

#28VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-08-17

11. Consider, discuss, and take action on Ordinance 2026-0817-01 renewing the current Water Moratorium.

#29VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

11. Discussion and possible action regarding the request for a residential replat of Lots 4 & 5, Block 10 of The

#30VOTED: YES+7.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-05-11

9. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026 -0407-01 amending Section 2.4.3(A) of the

#31VOTED: YES-7.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-23

9. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026 -0316-01 amending Section 2.4.3(A) of the

#32VOTED: YES+6.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-08-17

8. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026-0720-01 regarding a request for a Conditional Use Permit

#33VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-23

3. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 202 6-0126-01 calling the May 2, 2026, General

#34VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-10-07

Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition

#35VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-06-03

Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions

#36VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-05-07

Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition

#37VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

3. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 202 6-0126-01 calling the May 2, 2026, General

#38VOTED: YES+6.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-01-26

15. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 202 6-0126-01 calling the May 2, 2026, General

#39VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-04-01

Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition

#40VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-12-03

Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition

#41VOTED: YES-6.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-06-04

Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition

#42VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-10-06

Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition

#43VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

8. Consider, discuss, and take action on the updated Application Fee Schedule.

#44VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-08

7. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026-0908-02 adopting the 2026-2027 fiscal year

#45VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-07-20

8. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026-0720-01 regarding a request for a Conditional Use Permit

#46VOTED: YES+6.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-03-05

Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees

#47VOTED: YES-6.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-02-06

Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions

#48VOTED: YES+6.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-07-01

Order Approving Private Property Land-Use Variance & Waiving Municipal Permitting Fees

#49VOTED: YES-6.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-03-04

Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition

#50VOTED: YES+6.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

13. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026 -0615-01 amending the official zoning district map of the

#51VOTED: YES-6.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-02-04

Order Authorizing Eminent Domain Condemnation Proceedings for Right-of-Way Acquisition

#52VOTED: YES-6.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-11-05

Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions

#53VOTED: YES-6.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-10-01

Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions

#54VOTED: YES-6.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-16

7. Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026 -0316-01 amending Section 2.4.3(A) of the

#55VOTED: YES-6.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-05-06

Ordinance Enacting Stricter Zoning Overlay, Setback Mandates, and Land-Use Restrictions

#56VOTED: YES-6.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-04-02

Ordinance Enacting Stricter Zoning Overlay, Setback Mandates, and Land-Use Restrictions

#57VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-10-06

Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls

#58VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-05-06

Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion

#59VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-04-01

Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion

#60VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-02-04

Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts

#61VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-10-01

Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners

#62VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-09-03

Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments

#63VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-01-02

Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt

#64VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

15. Discussion and possible action to discuss the negotiations of a contract between Walker Partners, Lor ena

#65VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

A. Outdoor storage areas, contractor yards, loading docks, truck courts, and similar service areas

#66VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

5. Discussion and possible action accepting the 2025 Fiscal Year Audit.

#67VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-02-23

5. Discussion and possible action accepting the 2025 Fiscal Year Audit.

#68VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-09-02

Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure

#69VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-08-06

Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts

#70VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-06-04

Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders

#71VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-05-07

Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation

#72VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-05-07

Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts

#73VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-02-06

Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings

#74VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-11-04

Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion

#75VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-11-05

Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation

#76VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-09-03

Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders

#77VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-08-06

Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure

#78VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-07-02

Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate

#79VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-03-05

Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders

#80VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-02-23

15. Discussion and possible action authorizing the City Manager to enter into an interlocal agreement

#81VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-10-07

Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure

#82VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-08-05

Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls

#83VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-07-01

Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners

#84VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-07-01

Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments

#85VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-06-03

Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion

#86VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-03-04

Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments

#87VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-10-01

Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion

#88VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-09-02

Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion

#89VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-05-06

Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners

#90VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-01-07

Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion

#91VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-02-23

16. Discussion and possible action authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with KPA

#92VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-12-02

Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners

#93VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-12-02

Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments

#94VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-08-05

Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate

#95VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-11-05

Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings

#96VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-02-06

Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure

#97VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-01-02

Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments

#98VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-10-06

Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate

#99VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-05-11

13. Discussion and possible action approving the 2026 joint election agreement with McLennan

#100VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

13. Discussion and possible action approving the 2026 joint election agreement with McLennan

#101VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-04-01

Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt

#102VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-03-04

Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders

#103VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-07-02

Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls

#104VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-06-04

Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings

#105VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-04-02

Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts

#106VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-05-11

14. Discussion and possible action approving the contract for services between the McLennan County

#107VOTED: YES-4.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-23

5. Discussion and possible action accepting the 2025 Fiscal Year Audit.

#108VOTED: YES-4.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-01-26

5. Discussion and possible action accepting the 2025 Fiscal Year Audit.

#109VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-06-03

Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate

#110VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-01-07

Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners

#111VOTED: YES-4.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-12-03

Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments

#112VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-04-02

Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners

#113VOTED: YES-4.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-03-05

Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion

#114VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

13. Discussion and possible action to ratify the Interlocal Agreement with the Lorena Independent

#115VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

14. Discussion and possible action approving the contract for services between the McLennan County

#116VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-11-04

Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate

#117VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-10-07

Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts

#118VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2025-02-04

Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate

#119VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2024-12-03

Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners

#120VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

13. Consider, discuss, and take action on the proposed FY 2026 – 2027 Lorena EDC budget as recommended by the

#121VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

17. Discussion and possible action authorizing a Resolution for signatures for TexPool investment accounts.

#122VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-05-11

11. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026 -0407-02 selecting an elected official of the city

#123VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-05-11

3. Presentation of service award to retiring Finance Director Linda Klump.

#124VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

12. Discussion and possible action for engagement of the City Planner Stephen Cook and

#125VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-16

6. Discussion and possible action nominating two individuals for the appointment of the McLennan

#126VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

10. Consider, discuss, and take action on the Longevity Pay Policy.

#127VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

9. Consider, discuss, and take action on the Education and Certification Pay Policy.

#128VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-05-11

8. Discussion and possible action nominating two individuals for the appointment of the McLennan

#129VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-16

9. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026 -0316-02 selecting an elected official of the city

#130VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-16

8. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026-0316-01 authorizing the Lorena Police

#131VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-01-26

12. Discussion and possible action for engagement of the City Planner Stephen Cook and Dunaway to

#132VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

8. Consider, discuss, and take action on Resolution 2026-0921-01 designating the Waco Farm and Labor

#133VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-08-17

7. Consider, discuss, and take action on Resolution 2026-0817-02 regarding new rate tariffs for ATMOS Energy.

#134VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

14. Discussion and possible action to reappoint Tony Chaffin and Austin Montgomery to the Planning and

#135VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-05-11

12. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026 -0407-03 authorizing an application for

#136VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-23

15. Discussion and possible action authorizing the City Manager to enter into an

#137VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-02-23

14. Discussion and possible action to accept the 2025 Street Improvement Project for Sutton Place as

#138VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-02-09

6. Presentation by City Manager, Kevin Neal on behalf of the Lorena City Council.

#139VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

9. Consider, discuss, and take action on the 2027 Holiday Schedule.

#140VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

20. Discussion and possible action to consider a recommendation from the Lorena EDC to accept a scope of

#141VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

2. Discussion and possible action authorizing the Chief of Police to purchase one 2026 Dodge Durango

#142VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-02-23

13. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Lorena Economic Development Corporation

#143VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-08-17

6. Consider, discuss, and take action on the approval of alternative fence materials for 709 Old Rosenthal Road.

#144VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-07-20

6. Consider, discuss, and take action on the approval of alternative fence materials for 709 Old Rosenthal Road.

#145VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

2. Alternative Landscape Treatments. The City Manager may approve alternative landscape

#146VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

9. Discussion and possible action appointing Mayor Pro Tempore for a one-year term.

#147VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

3. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026-0511-01 canvassing and declaring the results of the

#148VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

15. Discussion and possible action authorizing the City Manager to enter into an

#149VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

10. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026-0407-01 authorizing the Lorena Police

#150VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-23

A. Membership, appointment and composition of the Planning and

#151VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-23

8. Discussion and possible action nominating two individuals for the appointment of the McLennan

#152VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

9. Discussion and possible action on ratification of the property tax increase reflected in the 2026-2027

#153VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

7. Consider, discuss, and take action on Resolution 2026-0817-02 regarding new rate tariffs for ATMOS Energy.

#154VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

6. Consider, discuss, and take action on the TML IRP Board of Trustees Election.

#155VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

4. Setbacks may be modified through site plan approval where building placement,

#156VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-05-11

15. Discussion and possible action setting the date to canvass the May 2, 2026 General Election

#157VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-23

11. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026 -0316-02 selecting an elected official of the city

#158VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

12. Consider, discuss, and take action on possible appointments/reappointments of Lorena EDC Board of

#159VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-08-17

9. Consider, discuss, and take action on the 2027 Holiday Schedule.

#160VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

3. Operational Considerations. Flexibility may be granted for sites accommodating light

#161VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

16. Discussion and possible action on authorizing signatures for Extraco, Genco FCU, TFNB and First National

#162VOTED: YES-2.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

8. Discussion and possible action nominating two individuals for the appointment of the McLennan

#163VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

12. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026 -0407-03 authorizing an application for

#164VOTED: YES+2.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-23

12. Discussion and possible action for engagement of the City Planner Stephen Cook and

#165VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-08

9. Discussion and possible action on ratification of the property tax increase reflected in the 2026-2027

#166VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-08-17

10. Discussion and possible action authorizing the City Manager and Chief o f Police to serve as the designated

#167VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

18. Discussion and possible action authorizing a Resolution for signatures for TexStar investment accounts.

#168VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

13. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Lorena Economic Development

#169VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

A. Membership, appointment and composition of the Planning and

#170VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

11. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026 -0407-02 selecting an elected official of the city

#171VOTED: YES+2.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-23

14. Discussion and possible action to accept the 2025 Street Improvement Project for

#172VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-23

13. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Lorena Economic Development

#173VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-23

10. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026-0316-01 authorizing the Lorena Police

#174VOTED: YES-2.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-02-23

12. Discussion and possible action for engagement of the City Planner Stephen Cook and Dunaway to

#175VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

7. Consider, discuss, and take action on the FY 2026 - 2027 City Council meeting dates for January and

#176VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

3. Discussion and action appointing Becky Cooley as City Secretary.

#177VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-05-11

10. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026-0407-01 authorizing the Lorena Police

#178VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

15. Discussion and possible action setting the date to canvass the May 2, 2026 General Election

#179VOTED: YES-2.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

16. Discussion and possible action authorizing the City Manager to enter into an

#180VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-23

12. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026 -0316-03 authorizing an application for

#181VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-16

10. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2026 -0316-03 authorizing an application for

#182VOTED: YES+2.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-02-09

5. Presentation by Andrew Smith on behalf of the Lorena Economic Development Corporation and Lorena

#183VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-09-21

10. Discussion and possible action authorizing the City Manager and Chief of Police to serve as the designated

#184VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-08-17

13. Consider, discuss, and take action on the proposed FY 2026 – 2027 Lorena EDC budget as recommended by the

#185VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-06-15

25. Discussion and possible action to cast votes for McLennan County Rural Transit District Board Place 5

#186VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-05-11

9. Discussion and possible action appointing Mayor Pro Tempore for a one-year term.

#187VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-04-07

14. Discussion and possible action to accept the 2025 Street Improvement Project for

#188VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-23

16. Discussion and possible action authorizing the City Manager to enter into an

#189VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-03-23

2. Discussion and possible action authorizing the Chief of Police to purchase one 2026 Dodge Durango

#190VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-01-26

14. Discussion and possible action to accept the 2025 Street Improvement Project for Sutton Place as

#191VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2026-01-26

13. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Lorena Economic Development Corporation

#192VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2023-09-05

Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption

#193VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2023-05-02

Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy

#194VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-1)

2022-09-06

Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy

#195VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2022-05-03

Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption

#196VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2021-09-07

Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy

#197VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2021-05-04

Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy

#198VOTED: YES-2.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (5-1)

2020-09-01

Ordinance Authorizing Issuance of Non-Voter-Approved Certificates of Obligation & Debt Levy

#199VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2020-05-05

Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption

#200VOTED: YES+2.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (6-0)

2019-09-03

Resolution Expanding Homestead & Over-65 / Disabled Taxpayer Ad Valorem Exemption