Tennessee Record
Washington County
LWJ

Lewis Wexler Jr.

Commissioner District 12Served the term that began September 1, 2022 (listed in Commission minutes of February 9, 2026, May 18, 2026 and August 31, 2026); left office August 31, 2026 when the term ended, successor seated September 1, 2026 per T.C.A. § 5-5-102 (county legislative body members elected at the August general election take office September 1 for four-year terms) and T.C.A. § 5-6-101(b) (county mayor, same cycle)

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At a glance

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Term ending Aug 31, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
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Total speaking time
0:01
Avg per meeting
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Segments
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Top issues during term (20)

critical↑Mar 2026[18]

County Rezoning Requests

No direct county cost identified; the rezoning application fee was $455.

critical↑May 2026[14]

Sheriff's Office Staffing and Budget Requests

Brings $12,500 in state grant funding into the Sheriff's Office with no local tax impact.

critical↓May 2026[9]

Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget and Tax Levy Adoption

Sets county tax rates and funding allocations across all county departments and funds for the fiscal year.

medium↓Aug 2026[4]

school board election

While the election itself is free, the new board's upcoming budget decisions could directly impact your property taxes and school funding.

high↓May 2026[4]

County Farm Property Use and Historic Cemetery Preservation

Property auction bids came in lower than estimated due to nearby industrial changes.

medium↓Apr 2026[2]

election

While voting itself is free, the outcome will shape how local judicial funds and court operations are managed for years to come.

high↓Aug 2026[2]

election contest

A full recount or extended legal challenge could cost taxpayers extra money for administrative and legal fees.

high↓Aug 2026[2]

election results

It's too early to tell, but shifting control on the commission could totally change where your tax dollars go for upcoming local projects.

high↓Aug 2026[2]

election lawsuit

County taxpayers will likely foot the bill for the expensive legal defense and potentially a costly do-over election.

high↓Jun 2026[2]

Property Tax Freeze Program for Seniors

Could lead to foregone local revenue and increased administrative costs over time as more residents enroll.

high↓Jul 2026[2]

Election Commission Primary Reimbursement & Convenience Voting

Involves approximately $96,541 in state reimbursement funds.

high↓Jul 2026[2]

General Obligation Refunding Bonds

Saves approximately $100,000 annually, totaling roughly $1 million over ten years.

high↓Mar 2026[1]

Regional Retail Tourism District Private Act Request

Could facilitate future retail and tourism bond financing backed by sales tax revenues if a qualifying project is established.

high↓Mar 2026[1]

data center moratorium

Prevents speculative real estate development of heavy data facilities pending regulatory study.

medium↓Aug 2026[0]

surveillance cameras

Depending on who wins, taxpayers could either fund new surveillance gear or save that cash for other city needs.

high↓Aug 2026[0]

election logistics

There is no direct financial cost tied to casting your ballot, but local elections dictate how your tax dollars are spent.

medium↓Mar 2026[0]

political election forum

Doesn't cost you a dime directly, but who wins could definitely change how your local tax dollars get spent.

medium↓Mar 2026[0]

noise ordinance

Local homeowners might see their property values recover now that the neighborhood noise is gone.

medium↓May 2023[0]

public service update

You'll save on gas and lost wages by skipping the trip to the DMV.

high↓Mar 2026[0]

election preview

Elections cost local taxpayers, but exercising your vote helps ensure public funds are managed the way you want.

Decisions during term (182)

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

approved15-0Aug 31, 2026

Approval of Amended Agenda

approvedVoted yes15-0Aug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-01: Rezoning Douglas Shed Road

approvedVoted yes15-0Aug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-02: Rezoning Gray Station Road

approvedVoted yes15-0Aug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-03: Rezoning Suncrest Street

approvedVoted yes14-1Aug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-04: Rezoning Stockyard Road

approvedVoted yes15-0Aug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-05: Zoning Resolution Amendment - Alcoholic Beverages

approvedVoted yes14-0-1Aug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-18: District 13 Election Tie Determination

approvedVoted yes9-6Aug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-20: TIF Funding for John Sevier Center Project

approvedVoted no13-2Aug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-06: Harmony School Property Lease

approvedVoted yes14-1Aug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-07: Purchase of Electric School Bus

approvedVoted yes15-0Aug 31, 2026

Resolutions 26-08-08 through 26-08-13: Sheriff's Office Leases, Budget Amendments, and Surplus Property

approvedVoted yes15-0Aug 31, 2026

Resolutions 26-08-14 through 26-08-16: Budget Amendments for Circuit Court, TDOT Road Match, and Zoning Consultant

approvedVoted yes15-0Aug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-21: General Obligation Refunding Bonds

approvedVoted yes15-0Aug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-17: Election of Notaries Public

approvedAug 31, 2026

Special Recognition and Proclamations

approvedAug 31, 2026

Suicide Prevention Proclamation. pg. 47

approvedAug 31, 2026

International Overdose Awareness Day. pg. 48

approvedAug 31, 2026

Board of County Commissioners (Approval of Minutes).

approvedAug 31, 2026

Receive and consider minutes from the July 27, 2026 Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners. pg. 49

approved14-0Aug 31, 2026

Elections, Appointments, and Confirmations.

Voting record (132)

126 yes5 no1 abstained

Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Carder and seconded by Wexler to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Wexler and seconded by Huffine to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Fitzgerald and seconded by Jones to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Fitzgerald and seconded by Wexler to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Malone and seconded by Tomita to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Wexler and seconded by Johnson to adopt the resolution.

Voted noAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Jones and seconded by Edens to amend the resolution and divide the question to decide either a runoff election between the tied candidates or the commission may cast the deciding vo

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Wexler and seconded by Stout to adopt the original resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Wexler and seconded by England to adopt the resolution.

Voted noAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Tomita and seconded by Tucker to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Edens and seconded by Fitzgerald to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Edens and seconded by Wexler to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Edens and seconded by Malone to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Edens and seconded by Wexler to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Edens and seconded by Jones to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Edens and seconded by Wexler to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Tucker and seconded by Huffine to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Tucker and seconded by Davenport adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Tucker and seconded by Huffine to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Tomita and seconded by Stout to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Motion was made by Wexler and seconded by Huffine to adopt the resolution.

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-01: Rezoning Douglas Shed Road

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-02: Rezoning Gray Station Road

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-03: Rezoning Suncrest Street

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-04: Rezoning Stockyard Road

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-05: Zoning Resolution Amendment - Alcoholic Beverages

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-18: District 13 Election Tie Determination

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-20: TIF Funding for John Sevier Center Project

Voted noAug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-06: Harmony School Property Lease

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-07: Purchase of Electric School Bus

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Resolutions 26-08-08 through 26-08-13: Sheriff's Office Leases, Budget Amendments, and Surplus Property

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Resolutions 26-08-14 through 26-08-16: Budget Amendments for Circuit Court, TDOT Road Match, and Zoning Consultant

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-21: General Obligation Refunding Bonds

Voted yesAug 31, 2026

Resolution 26-08-17: Election of Notaries Public

Voted noJul 27, 2026

Reschedule August Commission Meeting

Voted yesJun 22, 2026

Resolution 26-06-04: Deny Stockyard Road Rezoning

Voted yesJun 22, 2026

Resolution 26-06-05: Malone Property Rezoning

Voted yesJun 18, 2026

to adopt the resolution

Voted yesJun 18, 2026

to adopt the resolution

Voted noJun 18, 2026

to divide the question and have a seperate motion and vote on Item 9

Voted yesJun 18, 2026

to adopt the resolution

Voted yesJun 18, 2026

Resolution No. 26-06-01: Tax Levy

Voted yesJun 18, 2026

Resolution No. 26-06-02: Appropriations

Voted yesJun 18, 2026

Resolution No. 26-06-03: Budget Adoption

Voted yesMay 18, 2026

Resolution 26-05-01: Rezoning Tax Map 061, Parcel 273.00

Voted yesMay 18, 2026

Resolution 26-05-02: Tri-Cities Airport Authority Board Appointment

AbstainedMay 18, 2026

Resolution 26-05-03: Judicial Commissioner Appointment

Used to rent a house to the nominee.

Voted yesMay 18, 2026

Resolution 26-05-04: Support for State Legislation on Zoning Enforcement

Voted yesMay 18, 2026

Resolution 26-05-05: Extension of Building Permit Fee Waivers for Hurricane Helene

Voted yesMay 18, 2026

Resolution 26-05-07: Interlocal Agreement for Fire Protection