La Marque, TX
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La MarqueTX averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $233,688 -3.4% yr/yr · +6.4% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2001–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Who’s on the City Council
- Pro — Mayor
🗳️ Election results (6 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council District D 2026-05-02
Tonia Griffin ✓ 184 · Sarah Lowry 55
City Council District B 2026-05-02
Joe Compian ✓ 57 · Sade Williams 56 · Felix Brown 30 · Jody Richards 16
City Council District D 2025-05-03
Tonia Griffin ✓ 86 · Jack Mazzola 54 · Carolyn Small 29 · Melanie Stowe 20 · Brian Yarbrough 8 · Mark Parshall 2
Mayor 2024-05-04
Keith Bell ✓ 787 · Joel Camacho 451
City Council District C 2024-05-04
Joseph Lowry ✓ 205 · David Pennington 168
City Council District A 2024-05-04
Kimberley N. Yancy ✓ 329 · Ray Medina 101
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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 17:00
Civil Service Commission
1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
POLICE ASSOCIATION COLLECTIVE BARGAINING
REGULAR AGENDA
of
September 2, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City of La Marque, Texas and the La Marque Police Association
will conduct a bargaining session on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, beginning at_5 PM
in the Council Chambers at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas.
The bargaining teams will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
- YN
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to the bargaining teams (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak, give the
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the bargaining teams may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be
allowed, and personnel matters should be addressed to the City Manager during normal business hours.
The presiding officer will call on you in turn.
NEW BUSINESS
Items presented for discussion and possible action:
5.1. Negotiating ground rules for the Police Collective Bargaining process.
5.Il. | Negotiating economic and non-economic terms of the Police Collective
Bargaining Agreement.
5.IIl. Setting a date and time for future meetings.
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION:
| hereby certify that the above notice of meeting was post …
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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council discusses FY 2026-2027 budget intentions and tax rate changes
The La Marque City Council will hold a special meeting to consider its intentions for the FY 2026-2027 budget. The agenda includes a required Taxpayer Impact Statement, which notes a proposed tax rate decrease of 4.6% but a 1.5% increase in the average homestead tax bill due to rising property values. No specific budget figures are included as the process is in early stages.
- Consideration of council intentions for the FY 2026-2027 budget
- 2026 Proposed Tax Rate is $0.398957, a 4.6% decrease from the 2025 adopted rate of $0.418501
- Average homestead taxable value increases 6.5% to $229,515
- Average homestead tax increases by $13.51 (1.5%) to $915.67
budgettaxesproperty-taxfinance
1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AGENDA
of
September 2, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Special Meeting on September 2, 2026, beginning at 10:00 AM in the Council Chambers at
1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference hosted through
Zoom (councilzoom.cityoflamarque.org). The Zoom Meeting ID: 161 728 0595 and
Passcode: 163641. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Government Code the
presiding officer and a quorum of the La Marque City Council intend to be and will be
physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be open to
the public and the meeting will be broadcast at this location, on Channel 16, and via
YouTube (https: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6G8ypjyEDo).
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1.
2
3.
4
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed to the City Manager during …
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque
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NOTICE OF
POTENTIAL/POSSIBLE QUORUM
of the
La Marque City Council
on
Thursday, September 3, 2026
6:00 p.m.
THIS NOTICE IS POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TEXAS OPEN MEETINGS
ACT
Notice is hereby given that there may be a POTENTIAL/POSSIBLE quorum of
the City Council of the City of La Marque at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque,
Texas, 77568 on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 6:00 PM for
A Budget Talk in the Community Room
The City Council can take no action during this gathering.
CERTIFICATION:
| hereby certify that a copy of this NOTICE OF POTENTIAL/POSSIBLE
QUORUM for the above date was posted on the bulletin board outside
Council Chambers, 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas, by 5:00 PM on
this the 27%* day of August 2026.
Juanita (Janie) Willman
Interim City Clerk
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00
Building & Standards Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 18:00
Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission
1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 18:00
Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 18:00
Cemetery Board
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:30
Economic Development Corporation
1130 1st St., La Marque
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 18:00
Parks Board
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 16:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 16:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd, La Marque
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:00
Building & Standards Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 18:00
Parks Board
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 09:30
Economic Development Corporation
1130 1st St., La Marque
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 16:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd, La Marque
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:00
Building & Standards Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd., La
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 09:30
Economic Development Corporation
1130 1st St., La Marque
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 16:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd, La Marque
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 18:00
Cemetery Board
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:00
Building & Standards Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 09:30
Economic Development Corporation
1130 1st St., La Marque
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 16:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd, La Marque
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 18:00
Building & Standards Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd., La
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 09:30
Economic Development Corporation
1130 1st St., La Marque
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 16:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd, La Marque
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 18:00
Building & Standards Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd., La
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 09:30
Economic Development Corporation
1130 1st St., La Marque
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 16:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd, La Marque
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 18:00
Building & Standards Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd., La
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 09:30
Economic Development Corporation
1130 1st St., La Marque
Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Mar 23, 2027 · 16:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd, La Marque
Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 18:00
Building & Standards Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd., La
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 09:30
Economic Development Corporation
1130 1st St., La Marque
Mon May 10, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon May 10, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon May 10, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue May 25, 2027 · 16:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd, La Marque
Mon Jun 14, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Jun 14, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Mon Jun 14, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Jul 13, 2027 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Tue Oct 12, 2027 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council to discuss FY 2026-2027 budget and proposed tax rate cut
The La Marque City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the FY 2026-2027 budget. The agenda includes a required Taxpayer Impact Statement showing a proposed tax rate of $0.398957, which is a 4.6% decrease from the 2025 adopted rate. The meeting also includes public comment, an executive session, and announcements.
- Discussion of FY 2026-2027 budget intentions
- Proposed tax rate of $0.398957, down 4.6% from 2025
- Taxpayer Impact Statement: average homestead tax would rise $13.51 (1.5%)
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
- Possible executive session on legal, real estate, personnel, or economic development matters
1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AGENDA
of
August 26, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Special Meeting on August 26, 2026, beginning at 10:00 AM in the Community Room at
1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference hosted through
Zoom (councilzoom.cityoflamarque.org). The Zoom Meeting ID: 161 728 0595 and
Passcode: 163641. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Government Code,
the presiding officer and a quorum of the La Marque City Council intend to be and will be
physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be open to
the public and the meeting will be broadcast at this location, on Channel 16, and via
YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6G8ypjyEDo).
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed to the C …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 16:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd, La Marque
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to consider handgun ban, facility access rules, and audit contract
The La Marque City Council will hold a regular meeting with presentations, public comment, and a consent agenda. Key actions include authorizing a professional audit services contract, awarding a mowing and debris cleanup bid, and considering resolutions on handgun restrictions in meetings and new rules for city facility access. The council will also discuss duplexes, tiny homes, a local day of prayer, and the tax rate.
- Resolution R-2026-19 prohibiting unlicensed handguns in city council and board meetings
- Ordinance O-2026-0017 (first reading) adopting new rules for access to city facilities
- Ordinance O-2026-0018 (first reading) replacing rules of procedure for council meetings
- Award LM #26-02 contract with Texas Ranch for EDC mowing and debris cleanup
- Authorize City Manager to sign contract for professional audit services
public-safetyordinancecontractsauditzoninghousingtax-rate
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR AGENDA
of
August 24, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Regular Meeting on Monday, August 24, 2026, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Council
Chambers at 1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference
hosted through Zoom (councilzoom.cityoflamarque.org). In accordance with Section
551.127(b) of the Texas Government Code the presiding officer and a quorum of the La
Marque City Council intend to be and will be physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La
Marque, Texas. This location will be open to the public and the meeting will be broadcast at
this location, on Channel 16, and via YouTube
(https: //www. youtube.com/watch?v=L6G8ypjyEDo).
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1.
2
3.
4
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENTATIONS
4.1. City Security Ordinance - Bojorquez Law Firm
4.ll. | Rules of Decorum (Ordinance) - Bojorquez Law Firm
4.lll. IRS Update - City Attorney Gus Knebel and Finance Director Worth Ferguson
CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
950 FM 2004, La Marque`
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 18:00
Parks Board
1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 18:00
Special Events Committee
Committee to review tourism event proposals, recommend to council
The La Marque Special Events Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly act on proposals submitted in response to RFP 26-01 for La Marque Tourism Events, and to consider a recommendation to City Council. The agenda also includes approval of the July 15, 2026 minutes and public comments.
- Review of proposals for RFP 26-01, La Marque Tourism Events
- Consideration of a recommendation to City Council on tourism events
- Approval of July 15, 2026 meeting minutes
- Public comments limited to three minutes per person
tourismeventsrfpcommitteepublic-comment
1109-B Bayou Road , La Marque
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
REGULAR AGENDA
of
August 20, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Special Events Committee of the City of La Marque, Texas
will conduct a Regular Meeting on August 20, 2026, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Council
Chambers at 1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference
hosted through Zoom (https://cityoflamarque-org.zoomgov.com/). The Zoom Meeting ID:
161 590 0667 and Passcode: 176781. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas
Government Code the presiding officer and a quorum of the Special Events Committee
intend to be and will be physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This
location will be open to the public.
The Committee will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. REPORTS
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to the Committee (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Chair
or presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed to the City Manager during normal business hours. Press *6 to
mute or unmute if you are participating by telephone, press the unmute button if att …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council to discuss FY 2026-2027 budget with tax rate unchanged
The La Marque City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the FY 2026-2027 budget. The agenda includes a taxpayer impact statement showing the proposed tax rate remains at $0.398501 per $100, but the average homestead taxable value increased by 6.5%, raising the tax on an average home by $55.58. No final budget figures are available yet, and the meeting also includes public comment and possible executive session items.
- Proposed FY 2026-2027 tax rate of $0.398501 per $100, unchanged from 2025
- Average homestead taxable value increases 6.5% to $229,515, raising average tax to $914.62
- Taxpayer Impact Statement required under H.B. 1522, but no budget figures provided yet
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
- Possible executive session on legal, real property, personnel, or economic development matters
budgettaxescity-councilpublic-hearingexecutive-session
1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AGENDA
of
August 19, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Special Meeting on August 19, 2026, beginning at 10:00 AM in the Council Chambers at
1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference hosted through
Zoom (https://cityoflamarque-org.zoomgov.com/). The Zoom Meeting ID: 161 728 0595 and
Passcode: 163641. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Government Code the
presiding officer and a quorum of the La Marque City Council intend to be and will be
physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be open to
the public.
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed to the City Manager during normal business hours. Press *6 to
mute or unmute if you are participating by telephone, press the unm …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Council to approve new city manager contract and final readings on subdivision and ethics ordinances
The La Marque City Council is holding a special meeting to take final action on two ordinances: one amending the subdivision code and another replacing the city's code of ethics. They will also discuss and possibly approve an employment agreement for the new City Manager, Shawna Burkhart. The agenda includes public hearings for both ordinances and an executive session to discuss personnel and pending litigation.
- Final reading of Ordinance O-2026-0015 amending Chapter 41 (Subdivisions)
- Final reading of Ordinance O-2026-0017 replacing the code of ethics (repeals O-2024-0008)
- Discussion and possible action on employment agreement for City Manager Shawna Burkhart
- Executive session on personnel matter regarding Interim City Clerk
- Executive session on six pending lawsuits against the city
city-councilordinancessubdivisionsethicscity-managerpersonnellitigation
1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AGENDA
of
August 19, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Special Meeting on August 19, 2026, beginning at 4:00 PM in the Council Chambers at
1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference hosted through
Zoom (https://cityoflamarque-org.zoomgov.com). The Zoom Meeting ID: 161 728 0595 and
Passcode: 163641. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Government Code the
presiding officer and a quorum of the La Marque City Council intend to be and will be
physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be open to
the public and the meeting will be broadcast at this location, on Channel 16, and via
YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6G8ypjyEDo).
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:30
Economic Development Corporation
EDC to consider mowing bids, Texan Store request, and executive session on land deals
The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several business items, including an update from a local business owner, mowing bids, a request from Texan Store Properties, and renewal of services with Resimplifi. The board will also enter executive session to deliberate on real property and economic development negotiations, with potential action following.
- Update from Orlando Archibald, owner of O'Fayes Coffee & Beverage Lounge
- Mowing bids for LM #26-02 EDC Mowing and Debris Clean Up
- Request from Texan Store Properties, LLC
- Renewal of services with Resimplifi
- Executive session on real property and economic development negotiations
economic-developmentcontractsreal-estatepublic-hearingmowing
1130 1st St., La Marque
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LA MARQUE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
REGULAR MEETING
Notice is hereby given that the La Marque Economic Development Corporation will
hold a Regular meeting on August 18, 2026, beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the Conference
Room at 1130 1st Street, La Marque, Texas 77568.
AGENDA:
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION
4. PRESENTATION
a. Orlando Archibald; Owner, O’Fayes Coffee & Beverage Lounge
5.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
Special meeting minutes of July 7, 2026
b.
Regular meeting minutes of July 21, 2026
6.
FINANCIAL REPORT
a.
Presentation of the monthly financial report – Finance Director;
Worth Ferguson
7.
NEW BUSINESS
a.
Discussion/possible action regarding the update received from
Orlando Archibald
b.
Discussion/possible action regarding the mowing bids received
related to LM #26-02 - EDC Mowing and Debris Clean Up
c.
Discussion/possible action regarding the request received from
the Texan Store Properties, LLC
d.
Discussion/possible action regarding the renewal of services with
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8.
OLD BUSINESS
9.
DISCUSSION
a.
Director's Report - report may include information regarding past,
present or future projects
b.
EDC PR Specialist’s Report – report to include an overview of
efforts as it pertains to public relations
c.
City Manager’s Report – report to include an overview of efforts as
it pertains to the City of La Marque as related to the EDC
10.
EXECUTIVE SESS …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council to discuss FY 2026-2027 budget and proposed tax rate
The La Marque City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the FY 2026-2027 budget. The agenda includes a taxpayer impact statement with the proposed tax rate of $0.398957 per $100, a decrease of 4.6% from the adopted rate, but an increase in average homestead taxes due to higher property values. The meeting also includes public comment and possible executive session items.
- Discussion of FY 2026-2027 budget
- Proposed tax rate $0.398957, down 4.6% from $0.418501
- Average homestead tax increases $13.51 to $915.67
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person
- Possible executive session on legal, real property, personnel, and economic development matters
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AGENDA
of
August 18, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Special Meeting on August 18, 2026, beginning at 10:00 AM in the Council Chambers at
1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference hosted through
Zoom (https://cityoflamarque-org.zoomgov.com/). The Zoom Meeting ID: 161 728 0595
and Passcode: 163641. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Government
Code the presiding officer and a quorum of the La Marque City Council intend to be and will
be physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be open to
the public and the meeting will be broadcast at this location, on Channel 16, and via
YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6G8ypjyEDo).
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addresse …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council to discuss FY 2026-2027 budget, tax rate impact
The La Marque City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on the FY 2026-2027 budget. The agenda includes a taxpayer impact statement required by state law, noting the proposed tax rate remains the same as last year, but the average homestead value increased, leading to a higher tax bill for homeowners. No budget figures are available yet, as the process is early.
- Discussion of FY 2026-2027 budget
- Taxpayer Impact Statement: proposed tax rate $0.398501 per $100, same as 2025
- Average homestead taxable value increase from $215,569 to $229,515 (6.5% increase)
- Tax on average homestead increases from $859.04 to $914.62 (6.5% increase)
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AGENDA
of
August 12, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Special Meeting on AUGUST 12, 2026, beginning at 10:00 AM in the Council Chambers
at 1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference hosted through
Zoom (https://cityoflamarque-org.zoomgov.com/). The Zoom Meeting ID: 161 728 0595 and
Passcode: 163641. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Government Code the
presiding officer and a quorum of the La Marque City Council intend to be and will be
physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be open to
the public.
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed to the City Manager during normal business hours. Press *6 to
mute or unmute if you are participating by telephone, press the unm …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 18:00
Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission
Commission to discuss expanding mural at La Marque Public Library
The Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission will discuss and possibly act on expanding the mural at La Marque Public Library, outreach to local garden groups for a joint program, and the Yard of the Month program. The meeting also includes reports on storage inventory and the condition of the litter bus.
- Discussion and possible action on expansion of the mural at La Marque Public Library
- Discussion and possible action on outreach to La Marque Garden Club and Galveston County Master Gardeners for a joint partnership or program
- Discussion and possible action on Yard of the Month
- Report on status of availability and condition of litter bus
- Approval of July 8, 2026 meeting minutes
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
KEEP LA MARQUE BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION
REGULAR AGENDA
of
August 12, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission of the City of La
Marque, Texas will conduct a Regular Meeting on AUGUST 12, 2026, beginning at 6:00 PM
in the Council Chambers at 1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-
conference hosted through Zoom (https://cityoflamarque-org.zoomgov.com). The Zoom
Passcode: 176781 and Meeting ID: 161 590 0667. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of
the Texas Government Code the presiding officer and a quorum of the Commission intend to
be and will be physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will
be open to the public.
The Commission will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. REPORTS
3.I. KLMBC Storage Inventory
3.II. Status of the availability and condition of litter bus
4. MINUTES
4.I. Regular Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission Minutes July 8, 2026
5. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to the Commission (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Chair
or presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks wi …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council to discuss FY 2026-2027 budget with proposed tax rate of $0.398501
The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the FY 2026-2027 budget. A taxpayer impact statement is included, showing a proposed tax rate of $0.398501 per $100 valuation, which would increase the tax on an average homestead by $55.58 (6.5%) due to rising property values. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Discussion of FY 2026-2027 budget and proposed tax rate of $0.398501
- Taxpayer Impact Statement: average homestead taxable value increase from $215,569 to $229,515 (6.5%)
- Tax on average homestead would rise from $859.04 to $914.62 (increase of $55.58)
- No-new-revenue tax rate is unavailable at this time
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AGENDA
of
August 11, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Special Meeting on August 11, 2026, beginning at 10:00 AM in the Council Chambers at
1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference hosted through
Zoom (https://cityoflamarque-org.zoomgov.com/). The Zoom Meeting ID: 161 728 0595 and
Passcode: 163641. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Government Code the
presiding officer and a quorum of the La Marque City Council intend to be and will be
physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be open to
the public and the meeting will be broadcast at this location, on Channel 16, and via
YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6G8ypjyEDo).
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:00
Building & Standards Commission
1109-B Bayou Rd., La
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on banning eight-liner machines, granting electric franchise
The City Council will hold public hearings and take final votes on banning eight-liner gambling machines and granting an electric franchise to Texas-New Mexico Power Company. New business includes a special election to amend the city charter, a new ethics code, and multiple service contracts for wastewater, janitorial, and library HVAC work.
- Final reading of Ordinance O-2026-0012 banning eight-liner machines and reducing amusement redemption machine license fees
- Final reading of Ordinance O-2026-0014 granting an electric franchise to Texas-New Mexico Power Company
- First reading of Ordinance O-2026-0016 ordering a November 3, 2026 special election to amend the Home Rule Charter
- First reading of Ordinance O-2026-0017 enacting a new Code of Ethics
- Award of $78,400 contract to Alex's Air Conditioning for Library HVAC Installation and Restoration (ARPA funds)
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR AGENDA
of
August 10, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Regular Meeting on August 10, 2026, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at
1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference hosted through
Zoom (https://cityoflamarque-org.zoomgov.com). The Zoom Meeting ID: 161 728 0595 and
Passcode: 163641. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Government Code the
presiding officer and a quorum of the La Marque City Council intend to be and will be
physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be open to
the public and the meeting will be broadcast at this location, on Channel 16, and via
YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6G8ypjyEDo).
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. PRESENTATIONS
4.I. Gulf Coast Transit District (GCTD)
4.II. Ethics Policy Changes by Bojorquez Law Firm
5. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 13:00
City Council
Council to discuss FY 2026-2027 budget with proposed tax rate unchanged
The La Marque City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly set intentions for the FY 2026-2027 budget. The agenda includes a taxpayer impact statement showing a proposed tax rate of $0.398501 per $100 valuation, unchanged from the previous year, but with a 6.5% increase in average homestead taxable value resulting in a $55.58 tax increase. No other substantive items are listed; the remainder of the agenda is procedural.
- Discussion of FY 2026-2027 budget and council intentions
- Proposed tax rate of $0.398501 per $100, unchanged from 2025
- Average homestead taxable value increase from $215,569 to $229,515 (6.5%)
- Tax on average homestead would rise from $859.04 to $914.62 (increase of $55.58)
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AGENDA
of
August 10, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Special Meeting on August 10, 2026, beginning at 1:00 PM in the Council Chambers at
1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference hosted through
Zoom (https://cityoflamarque-org.zoomgov.com/). The Zoom Meeting ID: 161 728 0595 and
Passcode: 163641. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Government Code the
presiding officer and a quorum of the La Marque City Council intend to be and will be
physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be open to
the public and the meeting will be broadcast at this location, on Channel 16, and via
YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6G8ypjyEDo).
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed t …
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Fri Aug 7, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
2010 5th Ave. N, Texas City
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
La Marque City Council to discuss FY 2026-2027 budget in special meeting
The La Marque City Council will hold a special meeting on August 4, 2026, to begin discussions on the FY 2026-2027 budget. The meeting will include public participation and may adjourn to an executive session for closed discussions on legal, personnel, or property matters. No decisions are expected at this early stage.
- FY 2026-2027 budget considerations (no figures available yet)
- Taxpayer Impact Statement provided for 2025 adopted tax rate ($0.398501) and projected 2026 proposed rate (same rate, $914.62 average homestead tax) with 6.5% increase in taxable value
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AGENDA
of
August 4, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Special Meeting on August 4, 2026, beginning at 10:00 AM in the Council Chambers at
1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference hosted through
Zoom (https://cityoflamarque-org.zoomgov.com/). In accordance with Section 551.127(b)
of the Texas Government Code the presiding officer and a quorum of the La Marque City
Council intend to be and will be physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas.
This location will be open to the public.
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed to the City Manager during normal business hours. Press *6 to
mute or unmute if you are participating by telephone, press the unmute button if attending via zoom
on a smartphone, tablet o …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque
Wed Jul 29, 2026 · 15:00
TIRZ
TIRZ #2 Board to discuss Local Government Corporation formation
The TIRZ #2 Board will meet to discuss the formation of a Local Government Corporation and review a TIRZ implementation plan for presentation to an HOA. The board will also review a financial account and seat a new member.
- Discussion on Local Government Corporation Formation
- Review of TIRZ implementation plan to present to HOA
- Review and discussion of financial account
- Seating of new board member Richard Bruno
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
TIRZ
REGULAR AMENDED AGENDA
of
July 29, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the TIRZ #2 Board of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Regular Meeting on July 29, 2026, beginning at 3:00 PM in the Council Chambers at 1109-
B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via videoconference hosted through Zoom
(https://cityoflamarque-org.zoomgov.com/). The Zoom Meeting ID: 161 590 0667 and
Passcode: 176781. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Government Code the
presiding officer and a quorum of the TIRZ #2 Board intend to be and will be physically
present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be open to the public.
The Board will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. REPORTS
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to the Board (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Chair or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed to the City Manager during normal business hours. Press *6 to
mute or unmute if you are participating by telephone, press the unmute button if attending via zoom
on a smar …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Council to meet city manager finalists at meet and greet
This is a procedural notice of a potential quorum for a meet and greet of City Manager finalists. No official action will be taken during this gathering; it is solely an opportunity for council members to interact with candidates.
- Meet and greet for City Manager finalists at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM on July 27, 2026.
- Certified posting by Interim City Clerk Kandice Garrett on July 21, 2026.
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NOTICE OF
POTENTIAL/POSSIBLE QUORUM
of the
La Marque City Council
on
Monday, July 27, 2026
4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
THIS NOTICE IS POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TEXAS OPEN MEETINGS
ACT
Notice is hereby given that there may be a POTENTIAL/POSSIBLE quorum of
the City Council of the City of La Marque at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque,
Texas, 77568 on Monday, July 27, 2026, at 4:00 PM for The Meet and
Greet of the City Manager Finalists in the Community Room
The City Council can take no action during this gathering.
CERTIFICATION:
I hereby certify that a copy of this NOTICE OF POTENTIAL/POSSIBLE
QUORUM for the above date was posted on the bulletin board outside
Council Chambers, 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas, by 5:00 PM on
this the 21st day of July 2026.
______________________________
Kandice Garrett, TRMC
Interim City Clerk
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to discuss City Manager finalists and transition plan
The La Marque City Council will hold a special meeting at 5:30 PM to discuss City Manager finalists in executive session, followed by a regular meeting at 6:00 PM. The regular agenda includes decisions on a franchise agreement with Texas New Mexico Power, a request for proposals for tourism and event services, and approval of the FY 2027 City Events Calendar. The council will also consider a transition plan for the City Manager and a letter agreement for transition services with Barbara Holly.
- Executive session to discuss City Manager finalists (Item 5.I)
- Discussion and possible action on Texas New Mexico Power Franchise Agreement (Item 10.VI)
- Discussion and possible action to approve FY 2027 City Events Calendar (Item 10.III)
- Discussion and possible action to authorize RFI for tourism and event management services (Item 10.IV)
- Discussion and possible action to approve Transition Plan for City Manager (Item 10.VII)
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✓ Decided: Council hires Shawna Burkhart as permanent City Manager, 4-1
The City Council hired Shawna Burkhart as the permanent City Manager, with a motion carrying 4-1; a prior motion to hire Michael Delmore failed 1-4. Council also approved Worth Ferguson as Interim City Manager from July 31 through August 22, 2026, and approved an open-ended transition services agreement with outgoing Interim City Manager Barbara Holly at no cost to the city.
- Hired Shawna Burkhart as permanent City Manager (4-1).
- Rejected hiring Michael Delmore as City Manager (1-4).
- Appointed Worth Ferguson as Interim City Manager for July 31-August 22, 2026.
- Approved a letter agreement with Barbara Holly for transition services at no cost (4-1).
- Approved the FY 2027 City Events Calendar.
- Authorized release of an RFI for tourism and event management services.
- Approved the Request for Qualifications for building inspection/plan review services.
- Approved Ordinance O-2026-0014 granting an electric franchise agreement to Texas-New Mexico Power Company.
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AND REGULAR AGENDA
of
July 27, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Special Meeting on July 27, 2026 beginning at 5:30 PM and a Regular Meeting on July 27,
2026, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at 1109-B Bayou Road La Marque,
Texas as well as via video-conference hosted through Zoom (https://cityoflamarque-
org.zoomgov.com). The Zoom Meeting ID: 161 728 0595 and Passcode: 163641. In
accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Government Code the presiding officer and
a quorum of the La Marque City Council intend to be and will be physically present at 1109-B
Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be open to the public and the meeting will
be broadcast at this location, on Channel 16, and via YouTube
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6G8ypjyEDo).
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attac …
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AND REGULAR MINUTES
of
July 27, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Bell called the meeting to order at 5:37 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Present:
Keith Bell
Tonia Griffin
Kimberley Yancy
Sade Williams
Joseph Lowry
Mayor
Mayor Pro Tem/District D
District A (Joined at 5:41 p.m.)
District B
District C
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
All assembled stated The Lord’s Prayer in unison and Mayor Bell led the pledge.
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
Jay spoke about Councilmember Lowry and penal codes 37.11 and 37.12 impersonating
a police officer and stating that he was a Texas Ranger and wants a 37.10 citizen's
arrest.
Ms. Freebird spoke about Councilmember Lowry's conduct concerning racism and
gaslighting and a false police report, and how the public sees his mental health on
social media.
Harvey Freebird spoke about Councilmember Lowry making a false police report with
the Galveston Police Department and social media posts stalking and harassing people's
kids and families.
Zane, from Philadelphia, PA, spoke on upholding the Constitution and the citizen's right
to criticize public officials.
Richard Loftis spoke in regard to doing away with the Zoom platform and the fact that
other cities have moved away from video call-ins after Covid.
Clarence Caldwell, 1st Street, spoke in regard to the roads in La Marque, particularly
Prairie Street and Newman, and for potholes to be filled from Hitchcock to La Marque, …
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Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 16:00
Board of Adjustment
Board to hear variance requests for commercial signage height and spacing
The La Marque Board of Adjustment will meet to consider variance requests for pole sign height and minimum distance between free-standing signs for four properties. The meeting will be held in person at 1109-B Bayou Road and via Zoom.
- Public hearing on signage variance requests for McDonald's and Grebb Addition properties
- Discussion of variance requests for pole sign height and spacing in C-4 Zoning District
- Review of Board of Adjustment minutes from February 25, 2026
- Public participation limited to three minutes per speaker
- Meeting held at 1109-B Bayou Road and via Zoom (ID: 161 590 0667)
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1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS
REGULAR AGENDA
of
July 22, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Adjustment of the City of La Marque, Texas will
conduct a Regular Meeting on July 22, 2026, beginning at 4:00 PM in the Council
Chambers at 1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference
hosted through Zoom (bczoom.cityoflamarque.org). The Zoom Passcode: 176781 and
Meeting ID: 161 590 0667. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Government
Code the presiding officer and a quorum of the La Marque Board of Adjustment intend to be
and will be physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be
open to the public.
The Board will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to the Board (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Chair or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed to the City Manager during normal business hours. Press *6 to
mute or unmute if you are participating by telephone, press the unmute button if attending via zoom
on …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 09:30
Economic Development Corporation
EDC to vote on grants for Blackwood PI, Main Street, and AC repairs at 401 Laurel
The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will discuss and possibly take action on several grant applications, including chamber grants from Blackwood PI & Security School and Main Street Commercial Partners, and a sign grant from Blackwood. Also on the agenda are AC repairs at 401 Laurel and a proposal to attend Retail Live in Austin. The board will enter executive session to deliberate on real property and economic development negotiations. A financial report will be presented.
- Discussion/action on chamber grant application from Blackwood PI & Security School
- Discussion/action on chamber grant application from Main Street Commercial Partners
- Discussion/action on sign grant application from Blackwood PI & Security School
- Discussion/action on AC repairs needed at 401 Laurel
- Discussion/action on attending Retail Live in Austin, TX
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1130 1st St., La Marque
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LA MARQUE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORTATION
REGULAR MEETING
July 21, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the La Marque Economic Development Corporation will hold a Regular
Meeting on July 21, 2026, beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the Conference Room at 1130 1st Street, La
Marque, Texas 77568.
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
I. Regular meeting minutes of June 16, 2026
5. FINANCIAL REPORT
I. Presentation of the monthly financial report — Finance Director, Worth
Ferguson
6. NEW BUSINESS
I. Discussion/ possible action regarding the chamber grant application received
from Blackwood PI & Security School
II. Discussion/ possible action regarding the chamber grant application received
from Main Street Commercial Partners
III. Discussion/ possible action regarding sign grant application received f rom
Blackwood PI & Security School
IV. Discussion/ possible action regarding AC repairs needed at 401 Laurel
V. Discussion/ possible action regarding attending Retail Live in Austin, TX
7. DISCUSSION
I. Director's Report - report may include information regarding past, present or
future projects
II. EDC PR Specialist's Report - report to include an overview of efforts as it
pertains to public relations
III. City Manager's Report - report to include an overview of efforts as it pertains
to the City of La Marque as related to the EDC
8. EXECUTIVE SESSION
I. Section 551.071 of the Government Code - del …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 10:00
Economic Development - Revitalization
EDC to consider land acquisition and downtown light pole painting
The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will discuss a funding request from the City Event Committee and quotes for painting downtown light poles. The board will also enter executive session to consider the acquisition or sale of real property.
- Funding request from the City of La Marque Event Committee
- Quotes for downtown light pole painting project
- Consideration of land acquisition and/or sale
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1130 1st Street, La Marque
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LA MARQUE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORTATION
SPECIAL REVITALIZATION MEETING
July 21, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the La Marque Economic Development Corporation will hold a Regular
Meeting on July 21, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m. in the Conference Room at 1130 1st Street, La
Marque, Texas 77568.
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
I. Special meeting minutes of January 20, 2026
4. FINANCIAL REPORT
I. Presentation of the Financial Report
5. NEW BUSINESS
I. Discussion/ possible action regarding one-time funding request received from
the City of La Marque Event Committee
II. Discussion/ possible action regarding the quotes received for the potential
downtown light pole painting project
6. DISCUSSION
I. Director's Report - report may include information regarding past, present, or
future projects
7. EXECUTIVE SESSION
I. Section 551.072 of the Government Code - deliberations about real property -
land acquisitions and/or sale
8. ACTION TO BE TAKEN FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION
I. Consider land acquisition and/or sale
9. REQUESTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMENTS FOR THE BOARD
10. ADJOURNMENT
This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Request for
accommodation or interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please
contact the City Clerk’s office at 409- 938-9259, or fax 409 -935-0401, or e -mail
cityclerk@cityoflamarque.org for further inf …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:00
General
City Council to interview finalists for City Manager position
The La Marque City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to conduct interviews for the City Manager position. The interviews will occur during executive session under personnel matters, followed by possible action. Public comments will be taken before the executive session.
- Executive session to interview finalists for the City Manager position (Texas Gov't Code §551.074)
- Public comment period limited to three minutes per person
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1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AGENDA
of
July 20, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Special Meeting on July 20, 2026, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at 1109-
B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference hosted through Zoom
(https://cityoflamarque-org.zoomgov.com/). In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the
Texas Government Code the presiding officer and a quorum of the La Marque City Council
intend to be and will be physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This
location will be open to the public and the meeting will be broadcast at this location, on
Channel 16, and via YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6G8ypjyEDo).
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed to the City Manager during normal business hours. Press *6 to …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
La Marque City Council to interview City Manager finalists
The La Marque City Council will hold a special meeting on July 21, 2026, to interview finalists for the City Manager position. The meeting will be held in person at 1109-B Bayou Road and via Zoom.
- Interviewing finalists for City Manager position
- Executive session for personnel matters
- Public comment limited to three minutes per person
- Meeting held at 1109-B Bayou Road
- Meeting broadcast on Channel 16 and YouTube
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1109-B Bayou Road , La Marque
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AGENDA
of
July 21, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Special Meeting on July 21, 2026, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at 1109-
B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference hosted through Zoom
(https://cityoflamarque-org.zoomgov.com/). In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the
Texas Government Code the presiding officer and a quorum of the La Marque City Council
intend to be and will be physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This
location will be open to the public and the meeting will be broadcast at this location, on
Channel 16, and via YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6G8ypjyEDo).
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed to the City Manager during normal business hours. Press *6 to …
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MINUTES
of
July 20, 2026
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Bell called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Keith Bell Mayor
Sade Wiliams District B
Kimberly Yancy District A
Tonia Griffin Mayor Pro Tem District D
Joseph Lowry District C
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
All assembled stated the Lord's Prayer in unison and Mayor Bell led the pledge.
CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
There were none.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Bell recessed the regular meeting and entered into executive session at 6:08
p.m.
5.1. Section 551. 074 (Personnel Matter)
To deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment,
duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee - Interviewing
Semi-Finalists for the City Manager position
ACTIONS TAKEN FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Bell closed the executive session and reconvened the regular meeting at 9:45
p.m.
6.1. Section 551. 074 (Personnel Matter)
To deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment,
duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee - Interviewing
Semi-Finalists for the City Manager position
Mayor Pro Tem Griffin made a motion for Shawna Burkhart and Michael
Delmore to move forward as finalists for City Manager. Councilmember Lowry
seconded. MOTION PASSED 4-1. Nay - Yancy.
Mayor Bell announced that next Monday, July 27, 2026, there will be a short
reception followed by a short interview by our council.
7. REQUESTS AND ANNOUNCEM …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 09:00
City Council
City Council to discuss City Manager semi-finalists
The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action regarding semi-finalists for the City Manager position. This item is scheduled for executive session.
- Discussion and possible action regarding City Manager Semi-Finalists
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1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL AGENDA
of
July 16, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a
Special Meeting on July 16, 2026, beginning at 9:00 AM in the Council Chambers at 1109-
B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference hosted through Zoom
(councilzoom.cityoflamarque.org). The Zoom Passcode: 163641 and Meeting ID: 161 728
0595. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Government Code the presiding
officer and a quorum of the La Marque City Council intend to be and will be physically
present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be open to the public
and the meeting will be broadcast at this location, on Channel 16, and via YouTube
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6G8ypjyEDo).
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or
presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed to the City Ma …
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MINUTES
of
July 16, 2026
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Mayor Bell called the meeting to order at 9:08 a.m.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Keith Bell Mayor
Tonia Griffin | Mayor Pro Tem/District D
Sade Williams District A
Absent:
Kimberly Yancy District A
Joseph Lowry District C
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
All assembled stated the Lord's Prayer in unison and Mayor Bell led the pledge.
CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
James Osteen spoke about citizens being told by someone at the City they cannot speak
to a council member and why that needs to be corrected.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
** Mayor Bell recessed the regular meeting and entered into executive session at 9:14
a.m.
5.1. Section 551.074 (Personnel Matter)
Discussion and possible action regarding new City Manager selection.
ACTIONS TAKEN FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION
**Mayor Bell closed the executive session and reconvened the regular meeting at 10:39
am.
6.1. Section 551.074 (Personnel Matter)
Mayor Pro Tem Griffin made a motion to move forward with the applications
for City Manager semi-finalists of numbers 5, 6, and 7. Councilmember
Williams seconded. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Mayor Bell announced that next week, on July 20th or July 21st, depending on
council deliberation, they will name two finalists out of the three semi-
finalists. He also stated that after being interviewed, the two finalists will be
announced on July 27, 2026, and they will be made available to the public
from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 18:00
Special Events Committee
Special Events Committee to discuss FY 2026–2027 Special Events Program
The Special Events Committee will meet to discuss and possibly take action on the Fiscal Year 2026–2027 Special Events Program. Other agenda items include routine procedural matters such as roll call and citizen comments. No other substantive items are listed.
- Discussion and possible action on the FY 2026–2027 Special Events Program
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1109-B Bayou Rd., La Marque
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CITY OF LA MARQUE
REGULAR AGENDA
of
July 15, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the Special Events Committee of the City of La Marque, Texas
will conduct a Regular Meeting on July 15, 2026, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Council
Chambers at 1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via video-conference
hosted through Zoom (bczoom.cityoflamarque.org). The Zoom Passcode: 176781 and
Meeting ID: 161 590 0667. In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Government
Code the presiding officer and a quorum of the Special Events Committee intend to be and
will be physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be
open to the public.
The Committee will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. REPORTS
4. CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has
signed up may speak to the Committee (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Chair
or presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas
Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and
personnel matters should be addressed to the City Manager during normal business hours. Press *6 to
mute or unmute if you are participating by telephone, press the unmute button if attending via zoom
on …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $24.9M | AFFOLTER CONTRACTING COMPANY, INC Department of Defense · LEVEE EMBANKMENT, SEMICOMPACTED |
| $19.4M | AFFOLTER CONTRACTING COMPANY, INC Department of Defense · TENSAS PARISH, LA, POINT PLEASANT-YUCATAN, LA, LEVEE ENLARGEMENT AND B |
| $7.0M | AFFOLTER CONTRACTING COMPANY, INC Department of Defense · BOLIVAR COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI FC/MR AND T, EBMRL SEEPAGE REMEDIATION DEE |
| $6.9M | AFFOLTER CONTRACTING COMPANY, INC Department of Defense · MRL 528-R |
| $961,700 | TILLSON INDUSTRIAL MECHANICS LLC Department of Defense · REPAIR PUMP #1 THROUGH PUMP #6 |
| $130,983 | CHOICE ANALYTICAL INC Department of Defense · AFPET - WD XRF INSTRUMENT |
| $121,999 | TILLSON INDUSTRIAL MECHANICS LLC Department of Defense · THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, PHILADELPHIA DISTRICT, INTENDS TO AW |
| $68,773 | KIN-TEK ANALYTICAL, INC National Aeronautics and Space Administr · KINTEK GAS CALIBRATION MODULES |
| $49,692 | KIN-TEK ANALYTICAL, INC National Aeronautics and Space Administr · KINTEK FLEXSTEAM |
| $30,581 | KIN-TEK ANALYTICAL, INC Department of Health and Human Services · LAB EQUIPMENT |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Galveston County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities3 (2024)
Business establishments6,597 (95,225 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,529/mo (187 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy21.3% (low numeracy 31% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
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