District II Council Member· 2022–2026
James DeReus
Del Rio
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 7
- Total speaking time
- 24:59
- Avg per meeting
- 3:34
- Segments
- 391
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Top issues during term (6)(Public Safety)
Police Contract Negotiations
The half-percent increase alone costs about $39,000-$46,000 a year, with the full multi-year package adding roughly 5% to officer payroll by year three.
Public Safety Staffing and Civil Service Exams
None
Oncology Infusion Initiative
Total project cost is approximately $1.1 million, seeking potential partnership support.
City Attorney Resignation and Administrative Turnover
The position carries an annual salary of $140,000.
police misconduct
Taxpayers might end up footing the bill for potential legal settlements or the costs of an independent investigation into the department's hiring and oversight practices.
Emergency Siren System
The city has $177,000 currently allocated, but full replacement costs are pending grant success.
Decisions during term (0)
Recorded while DeReus was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
No decisions found matching Public Safety.
Voting record (0)(Public Safety)
No votes found matching Public Safety.