Tom Speakman serves as a Councilmember for the Stockton Town Council. In this role, he participates in the governance of the municipality through regular council meetings held at the Stockton Town Hall located at 18 North Johnson Street. As a member of the council, Speakman is part of the body responsible for the legislative and administrative oversight of the town.
Throughout 2026, Speakman has been present for numerous scheduled meetings where the council addresses a wide range of municipal concerns. During a meeting on March 12, 2026, the council addressed several significant items, including a presentation by Rocky Mountain Power and the discussion of Ordinance 2026-02 regarding Door to Door Solicitation. During that same meeting, the council also discussed pickle ball courts and reviewed the town budget. Speakman’s presence is noted in the roll call for these proceedings, alongside Mayor Joe Johnston and other council members such as Shyla Solomon, Emily Castagno, and Ron Staley.
In the spring, Speakman participated in council sessions focused on local land and infrastructure. On April 9, 2026, the council held a meeting that included discussions regarding a Sod Farm Lease Bid and garbage can cleaning. These meetings serve as the primary venue where Speakman and his colleagues review departmental reports, which include updates from the Stockton Fire Department, Stockton Security and Welfare, and the departments overseeing Parks, Roads, and Solid Waste, as well as Sewer and Water.
As the year progressed, Speakman continued his service through the summer months. On June 11, 2026, the council met to discuss the final budget and matters related to Enbridge. This meeting followed a series of discussions regarding town finances and departmental operations. Later in the summer, the council focused on fiscal adjustments. During meetings scheduled for August 13, 2026, the council was tasked with a public hearing to amend the budget, specifically working on Town Hall Resolution 2026-14.
Residents encounter Speakman's work primarily through these public council meetings. These sessions are open to the public, and residents have the opportunity to provide input. The town provides a Complaint/Suggestion form to any resident wishing to voice concerns, which is then documented in an official ledger. This ledger is a public document that residents can view during regular business hours at the Stockton Town Hall. Through these meetings, Speakman and the rest of the council manage various town functions, ranging from the approval of meeting minutes and check registers to the discussion of complex issues such as business sales tax increases and the review of the general plan and town code. By participating in these sessions, Speakman assists in the decision-making processes that shape the management of Stockton's resources and community services.
What this means for Stockton
For the residents of Stockton, Speakman's role means having a representative involved in the decision-making processes that govern the town. Through regular council meetings, he and his colleagues manage municipal finances, local ordinances, and public services, ensuring that town business is conducted through official channels and remains accessible to the community via public records.
