Lubbock Property Taxes Are Rising 10x Faster Than Population

While families tighten their belts, county spending has nearly doubled. Trey Newton will stop the waste and put taxpayers first.

Trey is a lifelong Republican running for Lubbock County Commissioner, Precinct 2, to deliver responsible spending, efficient county services, and conservative leadership focused on results - not politics.

The 10X Property Tax Gap

Since 2015, Lubbock County property tax collections have nearly doubled.

During that same time, population growth increased only about 9%. That means property taxes are rising nearly 10 times faster than population growth. That isn’t responsible growth. That’s government overspending.

Property tax collections: +89%
Population growth: +9%
Gap: 10x difference

It’s time for a taxpayer watchdog: Trey Newton.

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Meet Trey Newton.

A Lifelong Conservative Christian

Trey isn’t looking for a new career. He’s spent decade fixing broken government and protecting taxpayers.

Strong Lubbock Roots

Trey and his wife went to Texas Tech. Their oldest son graduated from tech with his Master’s Degree in Physics, and their youngest son, a Freshman at Tech, recently put his college career on hold to enlist in the U.S. Army.

The Waste Cutter

Trey helped implement the e-Texas initiative, cutting government waste and saving millions in taxpayer dollars.

Budget Veteran

Oversaw hundred million dollar budgets at the Texas Comptroller’s Office and the Texas General Land Office.

Experience That Matters
- Chief Clerk of the Texas House of Representatives Energy Resources Committee
- Chief of Staff to the Chairman of the Texas Railroad Commission which oversees the Texas Oil and Gas industry
- Special Assistant and Chief of Staff to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts - Trey assisted in implementing the Comptroller’s vision of government efficiency and modernization. During this time, the Comptroller’s Office conducted more than 70 School Performance Reviews, identifying waste and recommending cost-saving measures for school districts, and the e-Texas Initiative, a plan to modernize state government through technology and efficiency reforms, which led to significant taxpayer savings and expanded online services.
- Former Texas Deputy Land Commissioner of the General Land Office - Working alongside the Texas Land Commissioner, Trey helped overhaul a $1.4 billion budget — over eight times larger than Lubbock County’s General Fund.

Trey’s Priorities Are:

Fiscal Responsibility & Taxpayer Protection
There is no such thing as the “government’s money” – it is the taxpayer’s money. Trey believes the government should live within its means and be good stewards of the taxpayer’s money. We need transparent budgets, accountability, and efforts to find efficiencies to fight wasteful spending.
Efficient, Accountable County Government
With decades of experience both inside and outside of government, Trey knows how state and local entities should operate. He will focus on efficiency and accountability, ensuring Lubbock County delivers real value without wasteful spending.
Public Safety & Infrastructure
Safe communities and reliable roads are core responsibilities of the Lubbock County Commissioner’s Court. Trey supports responsible investment in law enforcement, emergency services, and infrastructure that supports growth without wasting taxpayer dollars.
Local Control & Conservative Values
Trey believes decisions affecting Lubbock County should be made locally. He will stand firm for conservative principles, individual responsibility, and practical solutions.