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Know your candidates for Buda City Council Place 4: Jose Montoya

Jose Montoya will face off against for the Buda City Council Place 4 seat. The Hays Free Press asked Buda City Council candidates the following questions. Answers are printed below.


Jose Montoya


1. What is the biggest issue Buda faces today and why?


There are several issues that Buda faces today, one being the implementation of bond propositions that were passed by the citizens several years ago.  The other major issue is securing long term water resources that will sustain smart growth which I believe is vital to the economic future of this city we all love.  If elected, I will do my utmost to move these issues forward recognizing that I am only one vote on the dais.


2. What do you bring to the table your opponent doesn’t?


I have been engaged in Buda’s civic affairs since my arrival in 2007.  I have served on the Buda Zoning Board of Adjustments, Buda Planning and Zoning Commission, Buda Home Rule Charter Review Committee, Buda City Charter Review/Rewrite Committee. Elected to serve on the Buda City Council Place 3, 2012-2015.  Currently serve as the Vice-President of the Buda Economic Development Corporation Board since 2015.  Bottom line is that I am the only candidate that has been committed to serving this city for the past 9 years with unbridled dedication.


3. Where do you stand on Buda’s Fluoride issue?


I am neutral on this issue and will let the informed voters decide what is best for all the citizens of Buda.


4. What is your take on the progress of Buda’s bond projects?


The wheels of bureaucracy move mighty slow.  As I stated above in the biggest issues facing Buda, this is an issue that requires immediate attention.


5. Is Buda managing its growth responsibly?


Buda can choose to become a bedroom community of Austin, or institute supportive housing for those who cannot afford 300K plus housing.  Prospective businesses are reluctant to relocate to Buda due to the lack of supportive housing for their work force.  I support smart growth and the need for Buda to embrace a diverse housing policy so it can truly feel like a place to live, work and play.  Buda also needs to secure long-term water resources that will sustain smart growth.


6. From an economic development perspective, what target industries do you feel Buda should focus on?


Buda’s geographical location is key to attracting market based business that benefit the citizens without giving the farm away.  Those prospective businesses must meet certain criteria before being considered as viable. Because we are the first city outside of Austin going south, Buda’s location is prime for future economic development.


7. Should Buda switch to a single member district or remain at-large and why?


I am in favor of single member districts that promotes representation for all the citizens of Buda and not just a selective geographical area of the city.  This is one of the main reasons why I am running again, to be an independent voice to those citizens who have no representation in Buda civic affairs.  Most recently, I served on the City Charter Review/Rewrite Committee and this is one of the recommended 17 propositions that will appear on the ballot for voters to decide.


8. What was your favorite TV show growing up?


The Ed Sullivan Show


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