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Ted Bui

Council Member2020-2028

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At a glance

News mentions
5

Term ending Dec 31, 2028.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
20
Total speaking time
5:13:19
Avg per meeting
15:40
Segments
5093

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Top issues during term (18)(General)

high↓Apr 2026[3]

Residential Solid Waste Rate Adjustments & WISE Agreement

Residential trash rates will increase by about $2.56 for standard residents and $2.23 for seniors in the first year, with modest incremental increases over the following years.

high↓Jun 2026[2]

Homeless Outreach Services Renewal

Involves a contract amount of $366,874.00 for outreach services.

high↓Jul 2026[2]

Kratom Sale and Possession Restrictions

Minimal fiscal impact, primarily involving code enforcement and police oversight.

high↓Feb 2026[1]

Plaza Del Lago Medical Office Zoning Amendments

Supports professional real estate values and expands healthcare service availability.

high↓Feb 2026[1]

Charter City Status Considerations

Proponents estimate potential savings of 10% to 18% in public works and administrative costs.

critical↓Jan 2026[1]

Potential Transition to Charter City Status

Initial survey and ballot placement costs estimated between $20,000 and $75,000, with potential future legal expenses.

high↓Aug 2026[0]

Short-Term Rental Enforcement and Grand Jury Recommendations

Avoided administrative and staffing costs required to run a short-term rental permitting program.

medium↓May 2026[0]

minimum wage impact

Businesses might have to raise prices or cut jobs to afford paying everyone more.

high↓Feb 2024[0]

sober living home regulation

Expect potential costs for operators to comply with new rules, but it could also lead to more stable neighborhoods.

high↓Aug 2023[0]

city manager pay raise

Your tax dollars might be stretched a bit further if this pay raise goes through.

medium→Oct 2026[0]

speed limit reduction

You might save a bit on gas by going slower, or at least avoid a pricey speeding ticket.

high↓Dec 2021[0]

offshore oil drilling ban resolution

Don't expect any immediate local tax breaks or new revenue from offshore drilling bans, as the city isn't moving in that direction.

medium↓Apr 2025[0]

sober living homes

Wondering if these homes will affect your property values or local services? The city is looking into it.

medium↓Jan 2026[0]

charter city proposal

This could change how the city spends money down the line, but right now, they're just spending a bit to ask you.

high↓Aug 2023[0]

street vendor and solicitor regulation

Expect potential shifts in costs for businesses and maybe even some new fees for permits.

medium↓Jun 2024[0]

city administration

Expect potential budget shifts as the clerk's office gains more departmental power.

medium→Sep 2026[0]

utility undergrounding

It's going to cost a pretty penny, and residents might see local assessment districts or tax bumps to help foot the bill.

medium→Oct 2026[0]

animal services contracting

While exact dollar amounts aren't public yet, shifting contracts around after previous deals collapsed usually means taxpayers end up footing a higher bill for these vital services.

Decisions during term (1)

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