Commissioner, Precinct 3· January 2021 to January 2029
Tommy Hammond
Chambers County, Texas
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 28
- Total speaking time
- 1:20:33
- Avg per meeting
- 2:53
- Segments
- 1382
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Top issues during term (19)(General)
surveillance camera policy
Buying, maintaining, and reviewing these camera systems could end up costing taxpayers a pretty penny if the county decides to install or scrap them.
AI-driven construction compliance
Faster approvals mean you save money on project delays and get your construction work started sooner.
inmate escape and law enforcement
Taxpayers could end up footing the bill for extradition costs and potential security upgrades at the local jail.
impact fees
Current taxpayers save money because new developers are footing the bill for the infrastructure their projects require.
jail construction
Expect your local taxes or county spending to shift as this pricey jail project moves forward.
constable appointment
Your property taxes won't change right away, but keep an eye on how the new constable manages the office budget.
stray animal control
While a specific budget wasn't mentioned, tackling this issue will likely require funding for animal services and shelter resources.
law enforcement policy
While there's no immediate price tag attached, local taxpayers could eventually shoulder extra costs if holding or processing suspects strains the local jail system.
infrastructure demolition
Demolition costs will draw from public infrastructure funds, though no specific price tag has been announced yet.
judicial appointment
Court operations will keep running, but taxpayer dollars might be spent vetting and transitioning the new judge.
jail repairs
Getting the jail back to 100% means we can finally stop spending extra cash housing inmates in other counties.
homelessness policy
The county is waiving $250 in development fees.
municipal debt issuance
Taxpayers could be on the hook for paying back this $6 million loan, which might mean higher taxes or shifted city budgets down the road.
workplace fatality
Potential lawsuits, costly safety overhauls, and project delays could end up costing taxpayers and the city big time.
prisoner escape
Taxpayers will foot the bill for the extensive police search and extra security measures sparked by the escape.
Public Improvement District (PID) creation
Future homeowners will see extra property fees tacked on to help pay for roads, utilities, and other neighborhood infrastructure.
boating regulations
You'll save money by avoiding the hefty fines that come with ignoring these new speed restrictions.
community infrastructure
While building a new center costs taxpayer money upfront, it could save residents cash by keeping event and meeting fees local.
jail security breach
Taxpayers could end up footing the bill for the massive manhunt and potential lawsuits if security protocols aren't tightened up.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Hammond 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.
- movedpassed2026-06-09
TGSCP 5400 E McKinney, LLC Economic Development Application
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-05-12
Discuss and consider hiring a Criminal Forensic Accountant
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-05-12
Discuss and consider approval of CPR-008 to Carter Construction in the amount of $1,394.51 for card reader changes at the Chambers Parkway Soccer Complex
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-04-14
Approve Election Services Agreements for the May 2, 2026, Joint Special Election between Chambers County, Texas and Barbers Hill Independent School District, City of Anahuac, and the Chambers County Public Hospital District No. 1.-County Clerk
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-04-14
Approve TBCD utility application for installation of sanitary sewer along W Magnolia Avenue-R&B
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-04-14
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-04-14
Approve TBCD utility application for the installation of sanitary sewer along Ninth Street- R&B
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-04-14
Motion made by Tice and seconded by Hammond to transfer $20,230.00 of remaining funds from Road-2026-005 Dozer 2026 to a new capital project code to purchase Trackhoe rakes for roa…
- secondedpassed2026-04-14
Approve 2026 renewal of CivicPlus Agenda and Meeting Management in the amount of $17,162.95-Technology
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-03-24
Rename Old River-Winfree Community Building
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-02-24
Enrollment in QIPP Year 10
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-02-10
Approve transfer of 2013 Ford Taurus from Constable Pct. 3 to Sheriff's Office - CCSO
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-02-10
Claim Docket/Check Register
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-02-10
Approve May 2, 2026, Special Election Order-County Clerk
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-02-10
Accept 2026 (S.B. 22) Grant Agreement for the Rural Law Enforcement Salary Assistance Program-Co. Judge
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-02-10
Approve the purchase of mobile radios for two new ambulances in the amount of $16,545.10-EMS
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-02-10
Approve payment to Lexipol for 2026 Annual Service Contract in the amount of $48,653.47-CCSO
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-02-10
Approve payment to Flock Safety for 2026 annual service contract in the amount of $60,000-CCSO
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-01-27
Hotel Occupancy Tax Resolution
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-01-27
Discuss and consider approving Anahuac Electric's bid of $58,750.00 for the electrical upgrades at Winnie/Stowell Park and Gregory Park
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
Decisions during term (5)
Recorded while Hammond was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of CFP3 general liability insurance invoice
Accept Grant Funding from Office of Attorney General for FY27 Operation Lone Star-CCSO
Approve General Consent Agenda
Approve Task Order 8 from JMT (Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.) in the amount of $250,000.00 for General Engineering Consulting-Engineering
Table General Discussion with TAC
Voting record (0)(General)
No votes found matching General.