THE ISSUES | Elect Michael Ross

The Issues That Matter

Friendswood is a city with a proud history and a bright future, but we need strong, forward-thinking leadership to ensure it remains a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

I’m running for City Council Position 6 because I believe we must take action on the issues that matter most—improving infrastructure, ensuring public safety, managing responsible growth, and supporting our local businesses.

Too often, these challenges have been met with delays or short-term fixes. It’s time for common-sense leadership that prioritizes the needs of Friendswood residents. Together, we can build a stronger, more prosperous future for our city.

Fiscal Responsibility

I am dedicated to ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent wisely through balanced budgets, reduced waste, and financial transparency, keeping Friendswood fiscally strong without unnecessary tax burdens.

A Commitment to No New Net Taxes

I am committed to a two-year moratorium on new net taxes, ensuring that we live within our means, focus on efficient spending, and avoid placing additional financial strain on residents while still maintaining essential services.

Significant Budget Growth: 2020–2025

Prioritizing Infrastructure and Emergency Preparedness

We must invest in upgrading aging infrastructure and strengthen financial reserves to ensure Friendswood is prepared for future storms and emergencies.

Anticipating Changes in Federal Disaster Assistance

With federal disaster support uncertain, Friendswood must strengthen reserves and infrastructure to better handle recovery costs from future storms and emergencies.

Streamlining Operational Efficiency Without Raising Taxes

To maintain services and boost disaster preparedness without raising taxes, Friendswood must optimize resources through performance audits, technology investments, and intergovernmental collaboration to cut waste and improve efficiency.

Strengthening Financial Planning and Policies

Friendswood must build long-term reserves, implement zero-based budgeting, manage debt wisely, and prioritize one-time revenues for infrastructure and disaster preparedness.

By implementing a two-year moratorium on new net taxes, scrutinizing budget growth, streamlining operations, and strengthening financial planning, we can build reserves, improve infrastructure resilience, and prepare for future emergencies—without increasing the tax burden on Friendswood residents.

Our commitment to fiscal responsibility today will safeguard our community’s future and ensure that Friendswood remains financially strong, disaster-ready, and a great place to live and do business.

The Issues That Matter

The Future