Port Lavaca, TX

Name: City Council Workshop — Port Lavaca, TX
Start: 2026-08-31
Location: Port Lavaca, TX

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Port LavacaTX averageUS Census ACS

Population

11,410

Per-capita income

$34,571

Median home value

$121,000

Bachelor's or higher

14%

Typical home value $188,146 +1% yr/yr · +4.2% 5-yr

Home-value trend 2009–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)

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Mon Aug 31, 2026

City Council Workshop

Council reviews proposed 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Plan and budget

The Port Lavaca City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and other plans for the 2026-2027 fiscal year budget. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as the pledge of allegiance, a safety briefing, and a review of the city's mission and vision statements. No specific dollar amounts or project details are listed in the agenda text.

Review and discussion of the proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year
Discussion of other plans for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year budget
Presentation by Brittney Hogan on the CIP and budget plans

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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP Monday, August 31, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the City Council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council, and/or the City Attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with the city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a Workshop meeting MONDAY, AUGUST 31, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject …

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Recent meetings

Wed Aug 26, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board to weigh two manufactured-home variances

The Port Lavaca Planning Board will hold its regular meeting to approve prior minutes and consider a commercial development at 120 S. San Antonio Street. The board will also decide on two variance requests to allow manufactured homes on residential lots outside designated parks, at 503 S. Colorado St. and 1304 Tilley St.

Approval of July 22, 2026 meeting minutes
Commercial development at Port Lavaca Original Townsite, Block 41, Lots 7-9 (120 S. San Antonio St.)
Variance for manufactured home at Block 20, Lots 4-6 (503 S. Colorado St.)
Variance for manufactured home at Bonorden Block 6, Lot 3 (1304 Tilley St.)

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PLANNING BOARD Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Planning Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, August 26, 2026 beginning at 6:00 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Planning Board packet is subject to change during the meeting] Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86585985090?pwd=hGMNcN66ShnTns0QYZS8yrtuXagMjA.1 Meeting ID: 865 8598 5090 Passcode: 657501 One tap mobile +13462487799,,86585985090#,,,,*657501# US (Houston) Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/86585985090/invitations?signature=nuPY3YuUl8Y_sJUaqSSZ_fhf- hEFEufW3ItNdVHLQhk ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC * (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using “Join Zoom Meeting” information on first page of this agenda). Port Lavaca, TX PLANNING BOARD August 26, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Board will consider/discuss the following items and t …

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Wed Aug 26, 2026

Recreation and Parks Board Meeting

Parks Board to vote on final Master Parks Plan recommendation

The Port Lavaca Recreation and Parks Board will hold a regular meeting on August 26, 2026, to consider and act on several items. The most consequential item is reviewing the Final Draft Master Parks Plan and making a recommendation to the City Council for adoption. The board will also receive reports on inspections, quarterly parks activities, park assignments, finances, and capital improvement projects, and discuss public art options for the Lighthouse Beach restroom building.

Review and consider Final Draft Master Parks Plan and recommend adoption to City Council
Receive update on 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Projects (Butterfly Park Fence, Wilson Park courts, Lighthouse Beach crosswalk, TPWD grant for boat ramp)
Discuss Public Art Options for Lighthouse Beach Restroom Building
Receive Quarterly Parks Department Report (04.01.26 - 06.30.26)
Approve minutes from July 22, 2026 meeting

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RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Recreation and Parks Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, August 26, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject to change during the meeting] Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82189193575?pwd=9x765fRK0Yzh4DAr7rONKYHVZiGEHJ.1 Meeting ID: 821 8919 3575 Passcode: 917788 One Tap Mobile +13462487799,,82189193575#,,,,*917788# US (Houston) Dial by your location +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using "Join Zoom Meeting" information on first page of this agenda). 1. General discussion and hear statements from citizens. Port Lavaca, TX RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING August 26, 2026 ACTION ITEMS – Parks Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary 2. Approve minutes from the regula …

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Mon Aug 24, 2026

City Council Workshop

Council to review police staffing, flood rules, zoning, pay plan

The Port Lavaca City Council will hold a workshop to discuss several items, including a police department staffing assessment, updates to the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, a proposed Zoning Ordinance and map, and a compensation plan for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The meeting includes a closed session for attorney consultation and public comment. No final votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and possible future action.

Presentation of Police Department Staffing Assessment Report by Police Chief Bias
Discussion of updates to Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance
Discussion of proposed Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map
Discussion of proposed Compensation Plan for 2026-2027 fiscal year
Closed session for attorney consultation under Texas Gov't Code 551.071(2)

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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP Monday, August 24, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the City Council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council, and/or the City Attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with the city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act (Title 5, Chapter 551, Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a Workshop meeting MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject …

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Wed Aug 19, 2026

Building and Standards Commission

Commission to hold public hearing on six substandard building cases

The Building and Standards Commission will hold a public hearing to consider whether six properties in Port Lavaca are in violation of the city's substandard buildings ordinance. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the July 15, 2026 regular meeting. The meeting is open to the public, with options to attend in person or via Zoom.

Public hearing on Case #193: 205 E Railroad
Public hearing on Case #194: 215 E Railroad
Public hearing on Case #195: 208 S Juanita
Public hearing on Case #196: 521 S Juanita
Public hearing on Case #197: 802 S Benavides and Case #198: 604 S Virginia

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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Building and Standards Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, August 19, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Building and Standards Commission packet is subject to change during the meeting] Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89407159981?pwd=XPB2tsoezRqtEKev4F8Bjipogran7c.1 Meeting ID: 894 0715 9981 Passcode: 551399 One tap mobile +13462487799,,89407159981#,,,,*551399# US (Houston) Join by SIP • 89407159981@zoomcrc.com Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/89407159981/invitations?signature=RJkyQs9X8BFCIo8T6X5OB- usfWPH7podI8MgCigs6aU ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC * (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using “Join Zoom Meeting” information on first page of this agenda). Port Lava …

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Tue Aug 18, 2026

Regular Port Commission Meeting

Port Commission to consider new lease, meeting time change, and retainage release

The Port Commission will hold its regular meeting on August 18, 2026, to consider routine consent items, receive reports, and take action on several items. Key actions include reviewing a certificate of completion for a shoreline cleanup project, considering a change to the meeting start time, and approving a new lease with Something More Media. The agenda also includes a possible closed session with the City Attorney.

Review certificate of completion and recommend release of retainage for B1 MIP1 Shoreline Cleanup No. 582-23-42179
Consider changing meeting start time from 3:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Consider new lease with Something More Media at Nautical Landings Building Ste. 4
Receive Harbor Master's inspection and operations reports
Receive financial reports for Port Revenue Fund

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REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the Port Commission upon the request of the chairman, any member(s) of Port Commission and/or the City Attorney: Announcement by the Chairman that Port Commission will retire into closed session for consultation with City Attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the Port Commission under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the Consent Agenda item are routine by the Port Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Port Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Port Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a meeting TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, to consider the following items of business: The meeting will also be …

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Mon Aug 17, 2026

City Council Special/Workshop Meeting

Council to vote on proposed 2026-27 tax rate and set budget hearing

The Port Lavaca City Council will hold a special/workshop meeting to consider and vote on the proposed 2026-2027 tax rate, set public hearings for the budget and tax rate, and discuss the proposed city budget. The agenda also includes appointments, temporary street closures for events, and cybersecurity training. The meeting includes a closed session for attorney consultation.

Consider proposed tax rate for 2026-2027 fiscal year and take record vote
Set public hearing on proposed 2026-2027 budget for Sept. 14, 2026
Set public hearing on proposed 2026 tax rate for Sept. 14, 2026
Approve temporary street closures for Bulls on the Bay event (Sept. 19-20) at Stringham Drive, Fairgrounds Road, Airline Drive
Approve temporary closure of Main Street (Virginia to Commerce) for Trick-or-Treat on Oct. 31

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL/WORKSHOP MEETING Monday, August 17, 2026 at 9:00 AM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with the city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act (Title 5, Chapter 551, Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a special and workshop meeting Monday, August 17, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information i …

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Mon Aug 10, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

Mon Aug 10, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

Council to set tax rates, approve budget, and consider tiny-home variance

The Port Lavaca City Council will consider setting No New Revenue and Voter Approval tax rates, a second reading of the 2025-2026 budget amendment, and a first reading of fee changes for parks and water utilities. They will also vote on a variance for a four-unit tiny home development on Broadway Street, award a contract for the Chocolate Bayou Shoreline Stabilization Project, and approve final completions for street and drainage projects.

Submission of No New Revenue (NNR) and Voter Approval Rate (VAR) tax rates
Second reading of Ordinance S-4-26 amending the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget
First reading of Ordinance G-9-26 amending fees for parks, recreation, and water user rates
Variance request to reduce side-yard setback for a four-unit tiny home development at 523 Broadway Street
Awarding a contract for the Chocolate Bayou Shoreline Stabilization Project

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, August 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Monday, August 10, 2026 beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the items listed. [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject to change duri …

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Mon Jul 27, 2026

City Council Joint Workshop/Special Meeting

City Council to discuss parks master plan and hold closed session

The Port Lavaca City Council will hold a joint workshop with the Recreation and Parks Board to review the Port Lavaca Parks & Recreation Master Plan. The meeting will also include a special session where the council may retire into closed session to consult with the city attorney regarding pending litigation.

Review of Port Lavaca Parks & Recreation Master Plan
Consultation with City Attorney on pending litigation
Joint workshop with Recreation and Parks Board

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✓ Decided: Council holds workshop on parks master plan, no action taken

The City Council held a joint workshop with the Recreation and Parks Board to discuss a presentation by LJA Architects on the Port Lavaca Parks & Recreation Master Plan, but no action was taken. The council then convened a special meeting, entered closed session to consult with the city attorney on pending litigation, and returned to open session without taking any action. The meetings were adjourned with no substantive decisions made.

Discussed LJA Architects' Parks & Recreation Master Plan presentation, no action taken
Retired into closed session for consultation with City Attorney on pending litigation
Returned to open session, no action taken on closed session matters

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CITY COUNCIL JOINT WORKSHOP/SPECIAL MEETING Monday, July 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM Bauer Community Center | 2300 Highway 35 North, Port Lavaca, Texas 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will conduct a Joint Workshop Session with the Recreation and Parks Board , followed by a City Council Special Meeting, on Monday, July 27, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Bauer Community Center (Side Meeting Rooms), 2300 Highway 35 North, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the it …

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Wed Jul 22, 2026

Recreation and Parks Board Meeting

Parks Board to review capital improvement projects and financial reports

The Recreation and Parks Board will review departmental and financial reports, including the status of Lighthouse Beach RV Park and Campground. The board will also receive updates on several ongoing capital improvement projects.

Update on Butterfly Park Fence
Update on Wilson Park Basketball and Pickleball court(s)
Update on raised crosswalk/sidewalk from Splashpad to restrooms at Lighthouse Beach
TPWD Grant for design of improvements to Lighthouse Beach Boat Ramp Entrance Channel
Updates on Ashley Field

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RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Recreation and Parks Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, July 22, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject to change during the meeting] Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82274975096?pwd=mLRloEfqquvJmfgIEie1vdP2Hy9LfD.1 Meeting ID: 822 7497 5096 Passcode: 042396 One tap mobile +13462487799,,82274975096#,,,,*042396# US (Houston) ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using "Join Zoom Meeting" information on first page of this agenda). 1. General discussion and hear statements from citizens. ACTION ITEMS - Parks Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary 2. Approve minutes from the regular meeting held June 24, 2026. Port Lavaca, TX RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING July 22, 2026 3. Receive Monthly Inspections …

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Wed Jul 22, 2026

Planning Board

Board to consider variance request for tiny home at 523 Broadway Street

The Planning Board will approve the minutes from the June 24, 2026 meeting. It will discuss a variance request to reduce the rear‑yard setback for a tiny‑home unit in a proposed four‑unit development at 523 Broadway Street (Property ID #18061). The board will also review the draft goals for the Port Lavaca Comprehensive Plan.

Approve minutes from the June 24, 2026 regular meeting
Consider variance to rear‑yard setback for one tiny home at 523 Broadway Street (Property ID #18061)
Review draft goals for the Port Lavaca Comprehensive Plan

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PLANNING BOARD Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Planning Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, July 22, 2026 beginning at 6:00 P.M., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Planning Board packet is subject to change during the meeting] CITY OF PORT LAVACA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Planning Board Meeting Time: July 22, 2026 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84435058920?pwd=q8ym4Y28WUZAlRUrKpWJCyBCUASdAx.1 Meeting chat link https://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/84435058920 Meeting ID: 844 3505 8920 Passcode: 468906 One tap mobile +13462487799,,84435058920#,,,,*468906# US (Houston) Join by SIP • 84435058920@zoomcrc.com Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/84435058920/invitations?signature=FoVkAfA36WKM6QV7ObaS1 xba_1VfSBRvT6Gfj7_C3_U ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER Port Lavaca, TX PLANNING BOARD July 22, 2026 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC * (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is …

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Tue Jul 21, 2026

Regular Port Commission Meeting

Port Commission will consider a CEPRA environmental fee for Harbor of Refuge

The Port Commission will approve the minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting and receive several operational and financial reports. It will discuss paying an environmental fee under the Coastal Erosion Planning and Response Act for the Harbor of Refuge project. The commission will also consider two lease agreements: one with Zbigniew Zborowski for Suite 3, 106 S. Commerce St., and another with Poor Boy's Bait Stand in Smith Harbor.

Approve minutes of the June 16, 2026 Regular Port Commission Meeting
Receive Harbor Master's Inspection Report for June 2026
Consider paying an environmental fee for the CEPRA Harbor of Refuge project
Consider lease with Zbigniew Zborowski, Nautical Landings Building, Suite 3, 106 S. Commerce St.
Consider lease with Poor Boy's Bait Stand in Smith Harbor

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✓ Decided: Port Commission approves $20,000 environmental fee for Harbor of Refuge project

The Port Commission approved paying a $20,000 environmental fee (with +/-5% tolerance) for the Coastal Erosion Planning and Response Act (CEPRA) Harbor of Refuge project. They also endorsed a sublease of Tracts 9 and 9A at City Harbor from Prestige Oysters to Maverick Constructors, and recommended continuing Poor Boy's Bait Stand's lease on a month-to-month basis. All votes were unanimous (6-0). No action was taken on a lease for Suite 3 at Nautical Landings Building.

Approved $20,000 environmental fee for CEPRA Harbor of Refuge project (6-0)
Endorsed Maverick Constructors sublease of Tracts 9 & 9A at City Harbor from Prestige Oysters (6-0)
Recommended continuing Poor Boy's Bait Stand lease month-to-month at Smith Harbor (6-0)
Approved June 16, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
Approved Harbor Master's June 2026 inspection/maintenance report (6-0)
Discussed but took no action on lease for Suite 3, Nautical Landings Building

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REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the Port Commission upon the request of the chairman, any member(s) of Port Commission and/or the City Attorney: Announcement by the Chairman that Port Commission will retire into closed session for consultation with City At torney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the Port Commission under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the Consent Agenda item are routine by the Port Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Port Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Port Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a meeting TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lava ca, Texas to consider the following items of business: The meeting will also be ava …

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REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers I 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, TX 77979 STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITYOFPORTLAVACA § MINUTES On this, the 21st day ofJuly 2026, the Port Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a regular session at 3:30 p.m. in the regular meeting place, City Council Chambers, at City Hall, 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following Commissioners in attendance: ROLL CALL Raymond Butler Commissioner/Chairman Jerry Smith Commissioner/Secretary Larry Nichols Commissioner Laurie Harvey Commissioner Louis Rubio Commissioner Jim Ward Commissioner And the following Commissioners absent: Jamie O'Neil Commissioner CALL TO ORDER Chairman Raymond Butler called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. and presided. INVOCATION Commissioner Jim Ward gave the invocation. Port Lavaca, TX REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING July 21, 2026 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairman Raymond Butler led the Pledge of Allegiance. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using ''Join Zoom Meeting" information on the first page of this agenda). CONSENT AGENDA The Port Commission will consider the following items and take any action deemed necessary. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MINUTES OF T …

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Mon Jul 20, 2026

City Council Special/Workshop Meeting

Council to discuss amendments to the Fee Rate Ordinance and related fees

The City Council will consider renting two areas of Bayfront Peninsula Park for a September event and authorize an application for federal COPS program assistance. In the workshop session, council members will hear a presentation on citywide curbside recycling and discuss proposed changes to the Fee Rate Ordinance, the FY 2026‑2027 water plant operating budget, and the water and sewer rate schedule.

Approve rental of Areas 1 and 2 of Bayfront Peninsula Park for a September 5 event hosted by DVR Productions and Scully's
Authorize submission of an application for federal assistance under the DOJ COPS Hiring Program
Receive Republic Services presentation on implementing citywide curbside recycling
Discuss amendments to the Fee Rate Ordinance, including 90‑day extensions for Hillside RV Park, free veteran admission to Lighthouse Beach Park, a $10 replacement fee for park access cards, and an Animal Control intake/surrender fee
Review the FY 2026‑2027 operating budget for the Port Lavaca Water Treatment Plant and proposed changes to the water and sewer rate schedule

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✓ Decided: Council approves park rental and COPS grant application for two officers

The City Council approved two action items: renting Areas 1 and 2 of Bayfront Peninsula Park for a ticketed event on September 5, 2026, with extended hours until midnight, and authorizing a federal COPS Hiring Program grant application to fund two additional patrol officers. The workshop portion included discussions on recycling services, fee ordinance amendments, the water treatment plant budget, and water/sewer rate changes, but no action was taken on those items.

Approved rental of Bayfront Peninsula Park Areas 1 and 2 for Sept 5, 2026 event, with hours extended to midnight (5-0)
Authorized submission of COPS Hiring Program grant application for two additional patrol officers (5-0)
Discussed citywide curbside recycling with Republic Services; no action taken
Discussed fee ordinance amendments (RV park extensions, disabled veteran beach access, card replacement fee, animal control fee); no action taken
Discussed FY 2026-2027 water treatment plant operating budget; no action taken
Discussed water and sewer rate schedule changes with NewGen; no action taken

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL/WORKSHOP MEETING Monday, July 20, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a Special and Workshop meeting Monday, July 20, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council …

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Wed Jul 15, 2026

Building and Standards Commission

Commission to consider substandard building violations

The Building and Standards Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding several properties identified as substandard buildings. The commission will consider finding these properties in violation of the City of Port Lavaca Code of Ordinances.

Public Hearing for Case #121: 312 Avalon
Public Hearing for Case #134: 502 S Guadelupe
Public Hearing for Case #148: WICKHAM, BLOCK F (502 N San Antonio Trailer 3)
Public Hearing for Case #161: PORT LAVACA ORIGINAL TOWNSITE, BLOCK 18 (106 E Alice Wilkins)
Public Hearing for Case #165: 912 Broadway

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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Building and Standards Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, July 15, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Building and Standards Commission packet is subject to change during the meeting] CITY OF PORT LAVACA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Building and Standards Meeting Time: July 15, 2026 03:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84448390455?pwd=xaWNAvFFmKRNclLAyGSSjbhbKgHjp5.1 Meeting chat link https://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/84448390455 Meeting ID: 844 4839 0455 Passcode: 726094 One tap mobile +13462487799,,84448390455#,,,,*726094# US (Houston) Join by SIP • 84448390455@zoomcrc.com Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/84448390455/invitations?signature=bSYwdtu61xYckT5g9DCAZov z2nY7VzhgwHYp3-QFSX4 ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER Port Lavaca, TX BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION July 15, 2026 …

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Wed Jul 15, 2026

Joint City Council & Planning Board Workshop

City Council and Planning Board discuss 2026 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning

The Port Lavaca City Council and Planning Board will hold a joint workshop to discuss the 2026 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning. Jody Weaver from Baxter & Goodman will present these items for consideration.

Discussion of 2026 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning with representatives of Baxter & Goodman

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✓ Decided: Council and Planning Board hold workshop on 2026 Comprehensive Plan

The joint workshop session included a discussion of the 2026 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning with representatives of Baxter & Goodman, but no action was taken. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive decisions made.

Discussed 2026 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning with Baxter & Goodman (no action taken)
Adjourned workshop at 6:44 p.m. (motion by Burke, second by Rigby, unanimous)

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JOINT CITY COUNCIL & PLANNING BOARD WORKSHOP Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will conduct a Joint Workshop Session, with the Planning Board, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Nautical Landings Office Building Conference Room, located at 106 S. Commerce Street, Suite 1-B (South door entrance), Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the item …

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Mon Jul 13, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

Port Lavaca City Council considers housing, water, and ordinance amendments

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding law enforcement fees and credit card convenience fees. Action items also include housing tax credit applications, water project grants, and personnel appointments.

Resolution R-071326-1: Application for housing tax credits and multifamily loans for Cottages on Independence
Resolution R-071326-2: Texas Water Development Board grant application for water projects
Ordinance G-7-26: Amendments to law enforcement fees and rates
Ordinance G-8-26: Amendments regarding credit card convenience fees
Ordinance S-4-26: First reading for 2025-2026 fiscal year budget amendments

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✓ Decided: Council approves housing tax credit support for 50-unit Cottages on Independence

The City Council approved a resolution supporting a 50-unit affordable housing development, Cottages on Independence, and authorized applying for state housing tax credits and loan funds. The council also approved a TWDB grant application for a water main project, ratified a change order, and appointed a new city secretary. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on a fence variance.

Approved Resolution R-071326-1 supporting Cottages on Independence 50-unit affordable housing development (6-0)
Approved Resolution R-071326-2 authorizing TWDB grant application for 12-inch water main connecting elevated storage tanks (6-0)
Approved consent agenda including ratification of Change Order No.1 for Western Heights (6-0)
Approved appointments to GCRPC: Rosie Padron to Board of Directors, Daniel Aguirre to General Assembly (6-0)
Approved MOU with Texas DPS for statewide communication interoperability (6-0)
Approved declaring 2021 Ford F-250 surplus for auction (6-0)
Approved second/final reading of ordinances G-7-26 (law enforcement fees) and G-8-26 (credit card convenience fee) (6-0)
Approved first reading of budget amendment ordinance S-4-26 (6-0)

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Monday, July 13, 2026 beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business. [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject t …

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Mon Jun 29, 2026

City Council Special/Workshop Meeting

Council discusses slope repairs and upcoming fiscal year budget

The City Council will consider construction contracts for slope repairs at Harbor Drive West and a conceptual plan for the Regan Building area. Additionally, the council will review the proposed Capital Improvement Plan and other plans for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year budget.

Proposed scope of slope repair at 110 and 114 Harbor Drive West
Conceptual plan draft for the Regan Building, Faye Bauer Sterling Park, and surrounding area
Proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year budget

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✓ Decided: Council approves $74,442 slope repair at Harbor Drive West

The City Council approved a $74,442.71 slope repair contract with Southern Gulf Solutions for 110 and 114 Harbor Drive West, contingent on a cost-sharing agreement with property owners. A conceptual plan for the Regan Building and Faye Bauer Sterling Park development failed due to lack of a second. The council also discussed the 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Plan but took no action.

Approved $74,442.71 slope repair contract with Southern Gulf Solutions for 110 and 114 Harbor Drive West (5-0)
Conceptual plan for Regan Building, Faye Bauer Sterling Park, alley, and surrounding area died for lack of a second; deferred to future meeting

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL/WORKSHOP MEETING Monday, June 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a special and workshop meeting Monday, June 29, 2026 beginning at 1:00 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council …

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Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL/WORKSHOP MEETING June 29, 2026 Page 1 of 4 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL/WORKSHOP MEETING Monday, June 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 29th day of June 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a Special and Workshop session at 1:00 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL AND CALL TO ORDER at 1:01 p.m. Luis De La Garza Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Mary E. “Sissy” Rigby Councilwoman, District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilwoman, District 5 Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 And with the following absent: Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION • Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor De La Garza • Invocation: Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart III. MEETING SAFETY BRIEFING: • 911 Councilman District 1 Aguirre • AED Councilman District 6 Burke • EVAC Mayor De La Garza advised meet at Stop Sign across the Street • CPR Fire Chief Joe Reyes • SAFETY Mayor De La Garza, Hot outside Port Lavaca, TX CIT …

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Wed Jun 24, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss draft goals for Port Lavaca Comprehensive Plan

The Planning Board will review and discuss the Draft Goals for the Port Lavaca Comprehensive Plan. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the May 27, 2026, regular meeting.

Review and discussion of Draft Goals for the Port Lavaca Comprehensive Plan
Approval of May 27, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes

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✓ Decided: Planning Board holds procedural meeting, no substantive decisions

The Port Lavaca Planning Board met on June 24, 2026, but took no substantive actions. The meeting consisted of roll call, a call to order, no public comments, and adjournment. No items were discussed, proposed, or decided.

Adjourned meeting at 7:26 p.m. (unanimous)

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PLANNING BOARD Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Planning Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, June 24, 2026 beginning at 6:00 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Planning Board packet is subject to change during the meeting] CITY OF PORT LAVACA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Planning Board Meeting Time: Jun 24, 2026 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87088303356?pwd=fbaGnT2P8GEatFzvzWEGrOiLA5S2b2.1 Meeting chat link https://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/87088303356 Meeting ID: 870 8830 3356 Passcode: 453844 One tap mobile +13462487799,,87088303356#,,,,*453844# US (Houston) Join by SIP • 87088303356@zoomcrc.com Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/87088303356/invitations?signature=4PriBkBQ2xrzvjz4aDSFQx- Katejfn-NDQrJ3zP42cg ROLL CALL Port Lavaca, TX PLANNING BOARD June 24, 2026 CALL TO ORDER COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC * (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer i …

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motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:26 p.m. Motion was seconded by Board Member Cynthia Escalera Voting

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Justin Weaver yea · Gary Crone yea · Cynthia Escalera yea · Steve Butler yea · Betty Birdwell yea · Devetopmént Services Coordinator yea

Wed Jun 24, 2026

Recreation and Parks Board Meeting

Port Lavaca Recreation and Parks Board discusses capital projects and park rules

The board will review updates on ongoing capital improvement projects and the financial status of the Parks and Recreation Department. Members will also discuss stay durations at Lighthouse Beach and potential public art opportunities.

2025-2026 Capital Improvement Projects: Butterfly Park Fence, Wilson Park Covered Basketball court(s), Lighthouse Beach raised crosswalk/sidewalk, and TPWD Grant for Lighthouse Beach Boat Ramp Entrance Channel
Lighthouse Beach RV Park and Campground monthly financial report
Rules regarding maximum duration of stay at Lighthouse Beach
2026-2027 Fiscal Year Capital Improvements Project (CIP) discussion
Public art opportunities presentation by Michael Sanchez

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RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Recreation and Parks Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, June 24, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject to change during the meeting] Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84765579677?pwd=RdAEpTAimcQ5oeVIrZS4LZ5YzDtCGu.1 Meeting ID: 847 6557 9677 Passcode: 112467 One Tap Mobile +13462487799,,84765579677#,,,,*112467# US (Houston) Dial by your location +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using "Join Zoom Meeting" information on first page of this agenda). 1. General discussion and hear statements from citizens. ACTION ITEMS - Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary 2. Approve minutes from the regular meeting held April 22, 2026. 3. Receive Monthly Inspections Report from Public Works Dep …

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Wed Jun 17, 2026

Building and Standards Commission

Commission to consider substandard building violations

The Building and Standards Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding several properties. The commission will consider finding if these properties are in violation of the City of Port Lavaca Code of Ordinances regarding substandard buildings.

Public Hearing for Case #185: 604 Knipling
Public Hearing for Case #186: 520 Ella
Public Hearing for Case #187: 606 N San Antonio
Public Hearing for Case #188: 818 W Live Oak
Public Hearing for Case #189: 216 S Trinity, Case #190: 137 S Colorado, and Case #191: 708 Parkview

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✓ Decided: Commission declares 6 properties substandard, sets compliance deadlines

The Building and Standards Commission held a public hearing and declared six properties substandard, giving owners 30 to 60 days to bring them into compliance or face demolition and liens. One property (216 S Trinity) was noted as under repair and required no action. The commission also approved the previous meeting's minutes.

Approved minutes of May 20, 2026 regular meeting (6-0)
Declared 604 Knipling substandard, owner given 60 days to comply (6-0)
Declared 520 Ella substandard, owner given 30 days to submit renovation plan or face demolition and lien (6-0)
Declared 606 N San Antonio substandard, owner given 30 days to comply or face demolition and lien (6-0)
Declared 818 W Live Oak substandard and hazardous, owner given 30 days to comply or face demolition and lien (6-0)
Declared 137 S Colorado substandard, owner given 30 days to comply or face demolition and lien (6-0)
Declared 708 Parkview substandard, owner given 30 days to comply or face demolition and lien (6-0)
No action taken on 216 S Trinity as owner is making repairs

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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Building and Standards Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, June 17, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m. , at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Building and Standards Commission packet is subject to change during the meeting] CITY OF PORT LAVACA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Building & Standards Meeting Time: Jun 17, 2026 03:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83475252294?pwd=ALGXM42M9FqKwioMGQukfns4xfPFJy.1 Meeting chat link https://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/83475252294 Meeting ID: 834 7525 2294 Passcode: 726240 One tap mobile +13462487799,,83475252294#,,,,*726240# US (Houston) Join by SIP • 83475252294@zoomcrc.com Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/83475252294/invitations?signature=WLLMYUpcuzPzI7NvvZHOL- jvlJvqKdQoK4BfkeGSFSA ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER Port Lavaca, TX BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION June 17, 2026 C …

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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORTLAVACA § MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, June 17, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m. , at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: ROLL CALL Annette Alonzo Chairperson Steve Marwitz Vice-Chairperson Weston Burris Commission Member Billy McAfee Commission Member Ken Barr Commission Member Rene Torres Commission Member And with the following absent: Bridgette Williams Secretary Jeff Downs Commission Member Larry Nichols Commission Member Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: CALL TO ORDER e Chairperson Alonzo called the meeting to order at 3:42 p.m. and presided City of Port Lavaca, TX BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION June 17, 2026 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC * (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using “Join Zoom Meeting” information on first page of this agenda). ACTION ITEMS - Council will consider/discuss the following ite …

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Motion made by Commission Member Billy McAfee THAT, the building and Standards Commission hereby approve the minutes of the regular meeting held on June 17, 2026. Seconded by Commission Member Ken…

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Annette Alonzo yea

that the following property listed, 600 Knipling located in the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, is in violation of the City of Port Lavaca Code of Ordinances, Chapter 12 Buildings and Building…

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Annette Alonzo yea

[context] Seconded by Commission Member Weston Burris Voting

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that the following property listed, 606 N San Antonio located in the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, is in violation of the City of Port Lavaca Code of Ordinances, Chapter 12 Buildings and Building…

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Annette Alonzo yea

[context] Seconded by Commission Member Billy McAfee Voting

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Annette Alonzo yea

that the following property listed, 708 Parkview located in the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, is in violation of the City of Port Lavaca Code of Ordinances, Chapter 12 Buildings and Building…

1 yea

Annette Alonzo yea

Tue Jun 16, 2026

Regular Port Commission Meeting

Port Commission to discuss Smith Harbor easement and pier requests

The Port Commission will review financial reports, city manager updates, and harbor master activity. The commission is also scheduled to consider two requests from Kevin and Sasha Nevarez regarding Smith Harbor.

Easement access request for recirculating lines at 212 S. Commerce Street
Request for installation of finger piers at Smith Harbor
Harbor Master's Inspection/Maintenance Report for May 2026
City Manager reports on coastal resiliency and shoreline projects
Review of Port Revenue Fund financial reports

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✓ Decided: Port Commission postpones two easement and pier requests

The Port Commission voted to postpone discussion of Kevin and Sasha Nevarez's request for an easement to install recirculating lines into Smith Harbor and their request for finger piers at Smith Harbor. The commission also approved the consent agenda, including minutes and the harbor master's report, and received financial and city manager reports with no action taken.

Postponed discussion of easement request for recirculating lines into Smith Harbor (3-0-2)
Postponed discussion of finger pier installation at Smith Harbor (4-0-1)
Approved May 19, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
Approved Harbor Master's May 2026 inspection/maintenance report (5-0)

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REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the Port Commission upon the request of the chairman, any member(s) of Port Commission and/or the City Attorney: Announcement by the Chairman that Port Commission will retire into closed session for consultation with City At torney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the Port Commission under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the Consent Agenda item are routine by the Port Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Port Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Port Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a meeting TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, to consider the following items of business: The meeting will also be ava …

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REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this, the 16" day of June 2026, the Port Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a regular session at 3:30 p.m. in the regular meeting place, City Council Chambers, at City Hall, 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following Commissioners in attendance: ROLL CALL: Raymond Butler Commissioner/Chairman Laurie Harvey Commissioner Jamie O’Neil Commissioner Jim Ward Commissioner Louis Rubio Commissioner And the following Commissioners absent: Jerry Smith Commissioner/Secretary Larry Nichols Commissioner CALL TO ORDER Chairman Raymond Butler called the meeting to order at 3:31 p.m. and presided. INVOCATION Commissioner Jim Ward gave the invocation. Port Lavaca, TX REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING June 16, 2026 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairman Raymond Butler led the Pledge of Allegiance. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using "Join Zoom Meeting" information on the first page of this agenda). CONSENT AGENDA The Port Commission will consider the following items and take any action deemed necessary. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MINUTES OF THE MAY 19, 2026 -REGU …

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Motion was made by Commissioner Jim Ward. NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED BY THE PORT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, the May 19", 2026, minutes of the Regular Port Commission…

5 yea

Raymond Butler yea · Laurie Harvey yea · Jamie O’Neil yea · Jim Ward yea · Louis Rubio. Voting yea

Motion was made by Commissioner Jim Ward. NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED BY THE PORT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: Port Lavaca, TX REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING June 16, 2026…

5 yea

Raymond Butler yea · Laurie Harvey yea · Jamie O’Neil yea · Jim Ward yea · Louis Rubio. Voting yea

Motion made by Commissioner Jim Ward to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Commissioner Jamie O’Neil Motion passed by the following votes: Voting

5 yea

Raymond Butler yea · Jamie O’Neil yea · Jim Ward yea · Laurie Harvey yea · Louis Rubio. Voting yea

Mon Jun 8, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

Port Lavaca Council considers budget amendments, ordinances, and city contracts

The City Council will review several action items including budget amendments, ordinance changes, and board appointments. The meeting also includes discussions regarding construction contracts for the Nautical Landings Building and City Hall windows.

Second reading of Ordinance S-3-26 to amend the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget
First reading of Ordinance G-7-26 regarding Law Enforcement fees and rates
First reading of Ordinance G-8-26 regarding Credit Card Convenience Fees
Construction contract for Restoration of Restrooms at the Nautical Landings Building
Construction contract to replace storefront windows on the west side of City Hall

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✓ Decided: Council removes interim tag, appoints permanent city manager

The council voted 5-1 to remove the 'Interim' designation from the current Interim City Manager, making the appointment permanent. They also approved a $44,988 contract for restroom restoration at the Nautical Landings Building and authorized up to $75,000 for new City Hall windows. Several board appointments and a TxDOT grant application were approved.

Removed 'Interim' designation from City Manager, making appointment permanent (5-1)
Approved $44,988 construction contract with Barefoot Construction for Nautical Landings restroom restoration (6-0)
Authorized City Manager to award contract up to $75,000 for City Hall west-side storefront windows (6-0)
Approved resolution to apply for TxDOT Maritime Grant for Harbor of Refuge Public Dock improvements (6-0)
Appointed Mandy Grant as Municipal Court Judge for two-year term starting Aug 1, 2026, contingent on retirement as City Secretary (5-1)
Approved 2026-2027 health insurance plan options with no premium increase (6-0)
Approved second/final reading of budget amendment ordinance S-3-26 (6-0)
Approved first reading of ordinance amending law enforcement fees (G-7-26) (5-1)

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, June 08, 2026 at 6:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under t he Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Monday, June 08, 2026 beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business. [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject to …

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Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING June 08, 2026 Page 1 of 15 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, June 08, 2026 at 6:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 8th day of June 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a regular session at 6:30 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL AND CALL TO ORDER at 6:31 p.m. Luis De La Garza Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Mary E. “Sissy” Rigby Councilwoman, District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilwoman, District 5 Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 And with the following absent: None Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION • Pledge of Allegiance: Tim Dent, Councilman District 1 • Invocation: Rose Bland-Stewart, Councilwoman District 5 III. MEETING SAFETY BRIEFING: • 911 Councilwoman District 3 Rigby • AED Councilman District 6 Burke • EVAC Fire Chief Joe Reyes • CPR Fire Chief Joe Reyes • SAFETY Mayor De La Garza …

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Motion made by Councilman District 2 Dent NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, in accordance with the recommendation of staff, Council hereby…

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Wed May 27, 2026

Recreation and Parks Board Meeting

Port Lavaca Recreation and Parks Board discusses capital projects and beach rules

The board will review updates on ongoing 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Projects and discuss the upcoming 2026-2027 fiscal year plan. Members will also discuss maximum stay durations at Lighthouse Beach and financial reports for the Lighthouse Beach RV Park and Campground.

Updates on Butterfly Park Fence
Updates on Wilson Park Covered Basketball court(s)
Updates on Lighthouse Beach Splashpad cabanas
Updates on Lighthouse Beach Shoreline Restoration/Protection Project
Updates on Lighthouse Beach Boat Ramp entrance channel dredging

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RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 12:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Recreation and Parks Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, May 27, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject to change during the meeting] Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88405561718?pwd=5xG0XxamhECLex6a4qRRk05a0d9o0P.1 Meeting ID: 884 0556 1718 Passcode: 483508 One Tap Mobile +13462487799,,82182482989#,,,,*912619# US (Houston) Dial by your location +13462487799,,88405561718#,,,,*483508# US (Houston) ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using "Join Zoom Meeting" information on first page of this agenda). 1. General discussion and hear statements from citizens. Port Lavaca, TX RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING May 27, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary 2. Approve minutes from th …

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Wed May 27, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board considers fence variance for Mariemont #3 Subdivision

The Planning Board will meet to review the minutes from the March 31, 2026, meeting. The board will also consider a request for a fence variance at 2304 Larry Dr.

Approval of March 31, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes
Variance request for fences at Block 9, Lots 4-10 of the Mariemont #3 Subdivision (2304 Larry Dr.)

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✓ Decided: Planning Board recommends fence variance for Mariemont #3 subdivision property

The Planning Board approved the March 31, 2026, meeting minutes. The Board also recommended approval of a fence variance request for the property located at 2304 Larry Drive.

Approved March 31, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes (6-0)
Recommended approval of fence variance for 2304 Larry Dr. (6-0)

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PLANNING BOARD Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Planning Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, May 27, 2026 beginning at 6:00 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Planning Board packet is subject to change during the meeting] CITY OF PORT LAVACA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Planning Board Time: May 27, 2026 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88061887663?pwd=kyGSF8LQqDnyziUf3fjtTMbCFagKB0.1 Meeting chat link https://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/88061887663 Meeting ID: 880 6188 7663 Passcode: 418218 One tap mobile +13462487799,,88061887663#,,,,*418218# US (Houston) Join by SIP • 88061887663@zoomcrc.com Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/88061887663/invitations?signature=rrs_5KW_Z_2WCXGGezKyhE N94G09bs_7Pcj0b9Wwou0 Port Lavaca, TX PLANNING BOARD May 27, 2026 ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC * (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is receive …

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PLANNING BOARD Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, May 27, 2026 beginning at 6:00 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: ROLL CALL PRESENT Justin Weaver Chairman Gary Crone Board Member Steve Butler Board Member Lindy Cain Board Member Cynthia Escalera Board Member Betty Birdwell Board Member ABSENT Sheryl Cuellar Board Member CALL TO ORDER e Chairman Justin Weaver called the meeting to order at 6:00p.m. and presided COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC e No Comments City of Port Lavaca, TX PLANNING BOARD May 27, 2026 * (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using “Join Zoom Meeting” information on first page of this agenda). ACTION ITEMS - Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed neCeSSary 1. Approval of Tuesday, March 31, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes Motion made by Board Member Betty Birdwell NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, the May 27, 20 …

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Motion made by Board Member Betty Birdwell NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, the May 27, 2026, minutes of the Regular Planning Board…

5 yea

Justin Weaver yea · Gary Grone yea · Cynthia Escalera yea · Steve Butler yea · Lindy Cain yea

Motion made by Board Member Lindy Cain NOW THEREFORE, LET IT RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT in accordance with the recommendation of staff, the Planning Board…

5 yea

Justin Weaver yea · Gary Grone yea · Cynthia Escalera yea · Steve Butler yea · Lindy Cain yea

motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:10 p.m. Motion was seconded by Board Member Cynthia Escalera Voting

6 yea

Justin Weaver yea · Gary Grone yea · Cynthia Escalera yea · Steve Butler yea · Lindy Cain yea · Develdpfnent Spices Coordinator yea

Wed May 20, 2026

Building and Standards Commission

Commission to consider substandard building violations at eight properties

The Building and Standards Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding several property violations. The commission will consider findings for properties located throughout Port Lavaca under Chapter 12 of the City Code.

Public Hearing: Case #177, 1300 W Austin
Public Hearing: Case #178, 1120 Schooley
Public Hearing: Case #179, 710 W Mahan
Public Hearing: Case #180, 531 N Colorado
Public Hearing: Case #181, 517 N Guadalupe, Case #182, 724 S Colorado, Case #183, 808 S Virginia St, and Case #184, 101 N Benavides St

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✓ Decided: Commission declares several properties substandard in Port Lavaca

The Commission approved the February 18, 2026, meeting minutes. Several properties were declared substandard, with specific timelines provided for owners to bring them into compliance.

Approved February 18, 2026, regular meeting minutes (5-0)
Declared 1300 W Austin substandard; allowed 120 days for compliance (5-0)
Declared 710 W Mahan substandard; allowed 300 days for compliance (5-0)
Declared 517 N Guadalupe substandard; allowed 90 days for compliance (5-0)
Declared 724 S Colorado substandard; allowed 30 days for compliance (5-0)
Declared 101 N Benavides substandard; allowed 30 days for compliance (5-0)

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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Building and Standards Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, May 20, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Building and Standards Commission packet is subject to change during the meeting] CITY OF PORT LAVACA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Building and Standards Meeting Time: May 20, 2026 03:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86930210920?pwd=jajgy8INRDRMqU4s6hpbhTVyLSbYfr.1 Meeting ID: 869 3021 0920 Passcode: 915412 One tap mobile +13462487799,,86930210920#,,,,*915412# US (Houston) Join by SIP • 86930210920@zoomcrc.com Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/86930210920/invitations?signature=sEx7354QiEbOq7Y- CsgZRcDnDisdHIjxv0CaWReYeO8 ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER Port Lavaca, TX BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION May 20, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Council will consider/discuss the following items …

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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORTLAVACA § MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, May 20, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: ROLL CALL Annette Alonzo Chairperson Steve Marwitz Vice — Chairperson Bridgette Williams Secretary Larry Nichols Commission Member Weston Burris Commission Member And with the following absent: Jeff Downs Commission Member Billy McAfee Commission Member Ken Barr Commission Member Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: CALL TO ORDER e Chairperson Alonzo called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. and presided. City of Port Lavaca, TX BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION May 20, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary 1. Approval of Wednesday, April 15, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes Motion made by Commission Member Billy McAfee THAT, the building and Standards Commission hereby approve the minutes of the regular meeting held on February 18, 2026. Seconded by Commission Member Ken Bar …

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Motion made by Commission Member Billy McAfee THAT, the building and Standards Commission hereby approve the minutes of the regular meeting held on February 18, 2026. Seconded by Commission Member…

2 yea

Annette Alonzo yea · Brigette Williams yea

[context] ing property listed, 1300 W Austin located in the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, is in violation of the City of Port Lavaca Code of Ordinances, Chapter 12 Buildings and Building Regulations…

2 yea

Annette Alonzo yea · Brigette Williams yea

[context] Seconded by Secretary Bridgette Williams City of Port Lavaca, TX BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION May 20, 2026 d) Voting

2 yea

Annette Alonzo yea · Brigette Williams yea

[context] the following property listed, 517 N Guadalupe located in the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, is in violation of the City of Port Lavaca Code of Ordinances, Chapter 12 Buildings and Building…

2 yea

Annette Alonzo yea · Brigette Williams yea

[context] Seconded by Commission Member Weston Burris Voting

2 yea

Annette Alonzo yea · Brigette Williams yea

[context] ted, 101 N Benavides located in the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, is in violation of the City of Port Lavaca Code of Ordinances, Chapter 12 Buildings and Building Regulations, Article IV -…

2 yea

Annette Alonzo yea · Brigette Williams yea

Tue May 19, 2026

Regular Port Commission Meeting

Port Commission discusses budget, capital plans, and Smith Harbor projects

The Port Commission will review financial reports and city manager updates regarding coastal resiliency and shoreline protection. The meeting includes a presentation on proposed business operations at 212 S. Commerce and discussions regarding the 2026-2027 budget and capital improvement plan.

Presentation by Kevin and Sasha Nevarez regarding proposed business at 212 S. Commerce
Discussion of project plans on the north side of Smith Harbor
Discussion of Port Commission goals for the 2027 budget year
Discussion of the 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
Review of CDBG-MIT Coastal Resiliency Living Shoreline Project and Harbor of Refuge shoreline protection

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✓ Decided: Port Commission approves April minutes and Harbor Master reports

The Port Commission approved the meeting minutes from April 21, 2026, and received the Harbor Master's inspection and maintenance report for April 2026. The Commission also authorized moving forward with plans for a material handler pad at Harbor of Refuge, Tract 3.

Approved April 21, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
Approved April 2026 Harbor Master Inspection/Maintenance Report (5-0)
Authorized plans for the Harbor of Refuge, Tract 3 material handler pad (5-0)

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REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the Port Commission upon the request of the chairman, any member(s) of Port Commission and/or the City Attorney: Announcement by the Chairman that Port Commission will retire into closed session for consultation with City At torney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the Port Commission under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the Consent Agenda item are routine by the Port Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Port Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Port Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a meeting TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2026, beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, to consider the following items of business: The meeting will also be avai …

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REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this, the 19" day of May 2026, the Port Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a regular session at 3:30 p.m. in the regular meeting place, City Council Chambers, at City Hall, 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following Commissioners in attendance: ROLL CALL: Raymond Butler Commissioner/Chairman Jerry Smith Commissioner/Secretary Larry Nichols Commissioner Jamie O’Neil Commissioner Louis Rubio Commissioner And the following Commissioners absent: Jim Ward Commissioner Laurie Harvey Commissioner Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Raymond Butler called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. and presided. Port Lavaca, TX REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING May 19, 2026 INVOCATION Commissioner Larry Nichols gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairman Raymond Butler led the Pledge of Allegiance. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using "Join Zoom Meeting" information on first page of this agenda). CONSENT AGENDA The Port Commission will consider the foll …

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Motion was made by Commissioner Louis Rubio. NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED BY THE PORT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, the April 21* , 2026, minutes of the Regular Port…

5 yea

Raymond Butler yea · Jerry Smith yea · Larry Nichols yea · Louis Rubio yea · Jamie O’Neil. Voting yea

Motion was made by Commissioner Larry Nichols. NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED BY THE PORT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, the Harbor Master’s April 2026 Inspection Reports of…

5 yea

Raymond Butler yea · Jerry Smith yea · Larry Nichols yea · Jamie O’Neil yea · Louis Rubio. Voting yea

Motion made by Commissioner Larry Nichols NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED BY THE PORT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: Port Lavaca, TX REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING May 19, 2026…

5 yea

Raymond Butler yea · Jerry Smith yea · Larry Nichols yea · Jamie O’Neil yea · Louis Rubio. Voting yea

Motion made by Commissioner Larry Nichols to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Commissioner Jerry Smith. Motion passed by the following votes: Voting

5 yea

Raymond Butler yea · Jerry Smith yea · Larry Nichols yea · Jamie O’Neil yea · Louis Rubio. Voting yea

Mon May 18, 2026

City Council Workshop

Council discusses capital planning and budget priorities

The Port Lavaca City Council will meet to discuss capital planning and budget priorities for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Jody Weaver is scheduled to present these items during the workshop.

Discussion of Capital Planning and Budget Priorities for 2026-2027 Fiscal Year

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✓ Decided: City Council discussed capital planning and budget priorities

The City Council held a workshop to discuss capital planning and budget priorities for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. No action was taken on this item.

Discussed 2026-2027 Capital Planning and Budget Priorities (no action taken)

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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP Monday, May 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a Workshop meeting Monday, May 18, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject to change d …

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Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP May 18, 2026 Page 1 of 2 CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP Monday, May 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 18 th day of May, 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a Workshop Session at 5:30 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL Luis De La Garza Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilman, District 5 Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 And with the following absent: Mary E. “Sissy” Rigby Councilman, District 3 Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: WORKSHOP SESSION II. CALL TO ORDER • Mayor De La Garza called the meeting to order at 5:34 p.m. and presided. • Invocation was led by Mayor De La Garza. • Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman District 6 Burke. III. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using “Join Zoom Meeting” information on fir …

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Tue May 12, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

City Council to discuss Chief of Police personnel matters

The Port Lavaca City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session regarding the Chief of Police. The council will discuss personnel matters including appointment, employment, or discipline as permitted by the Texas Government Code.

Closed session discussion regarding Chief of Police personnel matters

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✓ Decided: City Council extends job offer to Tobie Bias for Chief of Police

The City Council extended a job offer to Tobie Bias for the position of Chief of Police. The offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background investigation per TCOLE standards.

Extended job offer to Tobie Bias for Chief of Police (6-0)

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 8:00 AM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a special meeting Tuesday, May 12, 2026 beginning at 8:00 a.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject to …

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Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING May 12, 2026 Page 1 of 2 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 8:00 AM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 12th day of May, 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a special meeting at 8:00 a.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL Luis De La Garza Mayor (via Zoom) Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Mary E. “Sissy” Rigby Councilwoman, District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilwoman, District 5 Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 And with the following absent: None II. CALL TO ORDER • Mayor Pro Tem Padron called the meeting to order at 8:14 a.m. and presided. III. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using “Join Zoom Meeting” information on first page of this agenda) • Mayor Pro Tem Padron asked for comments from the public and there were none. IV. ACTION ITEMS - Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed nece …

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Mon May 11, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

Port Lavaca Council to certify election results and consider several ordinances

The City Council will canvass the May 2, 2026, General Officers Election and administer oaths to newly elected officials. The agenda includes discussions on utility contracts, wastewater treatment plant funding, and legal intervention regarding AEP Texas Inc.

Certification of May 2, 2026, General Election returns
Oaths of office for Mayor Luis De La Garza and Council Members Daniel Aguirre and Mary Elizabeth “Sissy” Rigby
Withdrawal of request to issue certificates of obligation for the Port Lavaca Wastewater Treatment Plant
Resolution authorizing intervention in AEP Texas Inc.’s application regarding electric energy facilities
Ordinances regarding Congregate Living Facilities and Substandard Buildings

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✓ Decided: Port Lavaca City Council certifies election results and elects Mayor Pro Tem

The City Council certified the May 2, 2026, General Election results and elected Rosie Padron as Mayor Pro Tem. Additionally, the council reappointed four members to the Planning Board and approved a professional services contract with Azavar.

Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
Certified May 2, 2026, General Election returns (5-0)
Elected Rosie Padron as Mayor Pro Tem (6-0)
Reappointed Justin Weaver, Steve Butler, Melinda Cain, and Cynthia Escalera to the Planning Board (6-0)
Approved Professional Services Contract with Azavar for Franchise Fee Compliance and Utility Payables (5-0)

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Monday, May 11, 2026 beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port L avaca, Texas to consider the following items of business. [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject to c …

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Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 11, 2026 Page 1 of 14 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 11th day of May 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a regular session at 6:30 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL Jack Whitlow Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Vacant Seat Council Member District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilwoman, District 5 Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 Duly Elected Officials starting new terms: Luis De La Garza Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Mary Elizabeth “Sissy” Rigby Councilwoman, District 3 And with the following absent: None Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: II. CALL TO ORDER • Mayor Whitlow called the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m. and presided. III. INVOCATION • Jim Ward, Former Councilmember gave the invocation. IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • Mayor Whitlow – Pledge of All …

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Tue May 5, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

City Council to discuss Chief of Police personnel matters

The Port Lavaca City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss personnel matters regarding the Chief of Police. This discussion is scheduled to take place in a closed session.

Closed session discussion regarding Chief of Police personnel matters

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✓ Decided: City Council held a closed session regarding personnel matters

The City Council entered a closed session to discuss the Chief of Police. Upon returning to open session, no action was taken.

Entered closed session to discuss Chief of Police personnel matters

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Tuesday, May 05, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a special meeting Tuesday, May 05, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject t …

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Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING May 05, 2026 Page 1 of 2 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Tuesday, May 05, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 5 th day of May, 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL Jack Whitlow Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Vacant Seat Councilmember, District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilman, District 5 Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 And with the following absent: None CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING II. CALL TO ORDER • Mayor Whitlow called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m. and presided. III. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using “Join Zoom Meeting” information on first page of this agenda). • Mayor Whitlow asked for comments from the public and there were none. IV. ACTION ITEMS - Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed neces …

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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 55 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.

💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)

Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.

$15.1M	RLB CONTRACTING, INC Department of Defense · PIPELINE DREDGING HOUSTON SHIP CHANNEL, BRADY ISLAND TO TURNING BASIN
$13.7M	RLB CONTRACTING, INC Department of Defense · SABINE-NECHES MAINTENANCE DREDGING
$8.7M	TW LAQUAY MARINE LLC Department of Defense · PIPELINE DREDGING OF THE BRAZOS ISLAND HARBOR, TEXAS, BROWNSVILLE MAIN
$8.0M	RLB CONTRACTING, INC Department of Defense · UNRESTRICTED PROCUREMENT FOR GULF INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY, TEXAS, ACROSS
$6.0M	RLB CONTRACTING, INC Department of Defense · CT::SWG::CT GIWW PA 88 CONTAINMENT DIKE RAISE AND IMPROVEMENTS
$3.5M	RLB CONTRACTING, INC Department of Defense · CT::SWG::CT - 100% SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE FOR GALVESTON HARBOR AND C
$350,925	DOWELL PEST CONTROL LLC Department of Defense · 0001 PEST CONTROL SERVICES BASE YR
$262,978	MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER Department of Veterans Affairs · COMMUNITY NURSING HOME SERVICES IN SOUTH TEXAS
$150,441	MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER Department of Veterans Affairs · NURSING HOME CARE 2020 QTR 3
$125,231	MIDCOAST PETROLEUM, LLC Department of the Interior · IGF::OT::IGF-ARANSAS BULK FUEL BASE YEAR

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Calhoun 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.

Business establishments451 (9,399 employees · 2023)

Fair Market Rent (2BR)$933/mo (133 assisted households · 2025)

Adults with low literacy31.2% (low numeracy 42% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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1,551

Recorded votes

Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids

0.499

All kids

0.445

Black kids

0.336

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Where it’s happening

geocoded land-use decisions

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Meeting archives

2025 (65 meetings)
2024 (62 meetings)
2023 (55 meetings)
2022 (57 meetings)
2021 (56 meetings)

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