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District 2 Council Member· 2023-01 to 2026-11

Josh Stevenson

Sherman

About

Josh Stevenson's platform appears to focus on economic development and improving city services. He has been involved in efforts to increase affordable housing by reducing bureaucratic hurdles and has supported infrastructure upgrades such as water treatment plant improvements. His work also touches on managing industrial rates and responding to business changes within the city.

Campaign promises (1)

  • development
    The city has cut red tape to boost affordable housing options.

At a glance

News mentions
0

Term ending Nov 1, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
10
Total speaking time
4:04
Avg per meeting
0:24
Segments
73

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Top issues during term (11)(Development)

high↑Jan 2026[39]

903 Brewers Main Street incentive grant

Rebates drop to roughly $25,000 a year after January 2027 unless more businesses enroll.

critical→Jan 2026[37]

Residential Development Growth

Private investments tied to commercial expansions and housing plats across multiple city locations.

critical↓Jan 2026[30]

Multifamily Development Standards

The decision prevents the property from operating as a hotel, impacting the owner's investment and potential tax revenue.

critical↑Jan 2026[16]

Heritage Ranch Phase 2 infrastructure contract

About $3.5 million in city-contracted construction, funded partly through developer and school district agreements.

high↑Oct 2026[15]

Stone Creek Hotel and Convention Center Development

Expected to significantly boost tourism, hotel-motel tax revenues, and local economic activity.

high↓Jan 2026[12]

development guidelines

Permits and property value changes will impact local tax rolls and business operations.

high↓Jun 2026[6]

airport development

The city is currently utilizing state funds for airport improvements.

high↓Mar 2026[5]

FLEXD Sherman Development

The project represents a new commercial investment in the city.

critical↓Feb 2026[5]

Sherman Housing Authority Operations

The authority is working to increase revenue by filling vacant units, which will help fund necessary maintenance.

medium↓Feb 2026[4]

park development

The project requires $20,000 in private fundraising.

high↓Jan 2026[1]

new hospital development

Potential for job creation and increased economic activity.

Moved or seconded (21)

Motions Stevenson 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.

  • movedpassed2026-05-18

    INTRODUCTION AND PUBLIC HEARING OF ORDINANCE NO. 6938 Amending Sherman’s Zoning Ordinance/Code Of Ordinances Chapter 14 And Granting A Specific Use Permit To Allow An Automobile, Motorcycle, Boat Or Trailer Sales, New Or Used On A Tract Of Land Zoned C-2 (General Commercial) District Located At 4111

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed2026-05-18

    APPROVE MINUTES OF THE CALLED CITY COUNCIL BUDGET PLANNING MEETING OF APRIL 10, 2026 AND THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 04, 2026. Citizen Comments

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed2026-05-18

    INTRODUCTION AND PUBLIC HEARING OF ORDINANCE NO. 6937 Amending Sherman's Zoning Ordinance/Code Of Ordinances Chapter 14, To Rezone A Tract Of Land Being Lots C And D, Texas Nursery Company’s Replat Of Blocks 23, 47 And 48, South Side Addition, City Of Sherman, Grayson County, Texas, Located In The 1

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-05-18

    RESOLUTION NO. 7646 Authorizing Execution of a Restated Agreement with Rayburn Electric Cooperative, Inc. for Water Services

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed2026-05-18

    INTRODUCTION AND PUBLIC HEARING OF ORDINANCE NO. 6936 Amending Sherman's Zoning Ordinance/Code Of Ordinances Chapter 14, To Rezone A Tract Of Land Being Lots 3 And 4, Block 18, College Park Addition, City Of Sherman, Grayson County, Texas, Located At 506 North Grand Avenue, Heretofore Zoned MF-30 (M

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed2026-05-04

    APPROVE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 20, 2026. Citizen Comments

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed2026-05-04

    TEX. GOV'T CODE § 551.074 Deliberating the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee unless the officer or employee who is the subject of the deliberation or hear

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-02-02

    FY 2026-2027 Budget Calendar

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed2026-02-02

    APPROVE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 20, 2025. Citizen Comments

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-02-02

    RESOLUTION NO. 7618 Authorize Execution of a Contract with Anderson Fence & Custom Welding LLC for the Animal Services Security Fence and Access Control Project

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-01-20

    INTRODUCTION AND PUBLIC HEARING OF ORDINANCE NO. 6915 Amending Sherman’s Zoning Ordinance/Code Of Ordinances Chapter 14 And Granting A Specific Use Permit To Allow A Meeting Hall, In A C-2 (General Commercial) District Located At 5011 Texoma Parkway, Being Part Of Lot 1, Parkway Plaza Addition, City

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-01-20

    INTRODUCTION AND PUBLIC HEARING OF ORDINANCE NO. 6913 Amending Sherman’s Zoning Ordinance/Code Of Ordinances Chapter 14, Repealing Ordinance 6806 And Granting A Specific Use Permit To Allow A Hotel Or Motel In A C-1 (Retail Business) District Located At 1831 Texoma Parkway, Consisting Of 2.820 Acres

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-01-20

    INTRODUCTION AND PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE NO. 6916 Amending Sherman's Zoning Ordinance/Code Of Ordinances Chapter 14, To Rezone A Tract Of Land Consisting Of 31.008 Acres Being A Part Of The Elizabeth Jones Survey, Abstract No. 6254, City Of Sherman, Grayson County, Texas, Located At 5200 Block West

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-01-20

    RESOLUTION NO. 7614 Authorizing Execution of Amendment No. 1 to the Guaranteed Max Pricing (GMP) with Plyler Construction as Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMAR) for the Remodel and Addition Phase of Fire Station No. 3

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-01-20

    RESOLUTION NO. 7615 Authorizing Execution of a Professional Services Agreement with Huitt-Zollars, Inc. for the design of the Dripping Springs Water Line Project

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed2026-01-20

    Appointment to Main Street Advisory Board

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-01-05

    RESOLUTION NO. 7610 Authorizing The City Manager Or His Designee To Execute A Gift Deed For The Acquisition Of 10.67 Acres Of Land In The Preston Kitchens Survey, Abstract 667, Sherman, Texas; For The Dedication Of Land For A Detention Pond And Drainage Purposes In The Sherman Crossroads Development

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-01-05

    Sherman Housing Authority Appointments

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • secondedpassed2026-01-05

    Texoma Community Center Board Appointment

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

  • movedpassed2026-01-05

    RESOLUTION NO. 7609 Awarding a Bid to and Authorizing Execution of a Contract Between Landmark Structures I, LP and the Greater Texoma Utility Authority Based on an Invitation to Bid for the Shepherd 2.0 Million Gallon Elevated Storage Tank

    Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion

Decisions during term (5)

Recorded while Stevenson was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.