Rockport, TX

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval or denial of a request to rezone 504 Young St from B-1 (General Business) to I-1 (Light Industrial). The meeting also includes approval of the July 27, 2026 minutes and citizen comments.

• Public hearing and recommendation on rezoning 504 Young St (Spencer LOT 9-R, 0.278 acres) from B-1 to I-1
• Approval of minutes from July 27, 2026 regular meeting

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Convention and Visitor Bureau Board

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Zoning Board of Adjustment

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Planning and Zoning Commission

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City Council

The Rockport City Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including a street rehabilitation contract award, an interlocal agreement for tax assessor-collection services, and election services for the November 2026 election. They will also discuss changes to the 2026 meeting schedule and receive updates from the city manager. The agenda includes an executive session on legal, real property, personnel, security, and economic development matters.

• Resolution 2026-36R: agreement with Aransas County for tax assessor-collection services
• Award recommendation to Texas Materials Group, Inc. for 2026 Street Rehabilitation Project
• Resolution 2026-37R: contract for election services with Aransas County Elections Administrator for November 3, 2026 election
• Expenditure of unspent bond funds (Parks Director)
• Changes to 2026 meeting schedule: move Nov 10 to Nov 9, cancel Nov 24 and Dec 8 meetings

Planning and Zoning Commission

City Council

The Rockport City Council will consider the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget and set a date for the tax rate hearing. They will also vote on second readings of ordinances adding an $85 after-hours utility service charge, updating sex offender residency restrictions, and rezoning 1222 Highway 35 S to Planned Unit Development. A special election to fill the vacant Ward 1 council seat is proposed for November 3, 2026.

• Presentation of proposed FY 2026-2027 budget and resolution to set tax rate hearing date
• Second reading of Ordinance 2018 adding $85 after-hours utility service charge
• Second reading of Ordinance 2019 updating sex offender residency restrictions
• Second reading of Ordinance 2020 rezoning 1222 Highway 35 S from B-1 to PUD
• Resolution 2026-34R calling a special election for Ward 1 on November 3, 2026

City Council

The Rockport City Council holds its seventh budget workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, including employee benefits and remaining capital projects, and receives an update on the 2026 tax rate calculation. A taxpayer impact statement shows the median-valued homestead property ($338,830) would see a tax bill increase from $1,373.26 (current FY) to $1,445.03 under the proposed budget, compared to $1,299.91 at the no-new-revenue rate. Upcoming adoption dates are announced for September 8, 2026.

• Discussion on proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, including employee benefits and remaining projects
• Update on 2026 tax rate calculations from Tax Assessor
• Taxpayer impact statement for median-valued homestead ($338,830): current $1,373.26, proposed $1,445.03, no-new-revenue $1,299.91
• Announcement of September 8, 2026 public hearing and adoption of budget, tax rate, utility rates, and fees

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a request for zoning relief at 415 Augusta Dr. The board will decide whether to recommend approval or denial of reduced setbacks for a backyard pool.

• Request to reduce accessory use structure setback from 10 ft. to 5 ft. 4 in. at 415 Augusta Dr.
• Request to reduce rear setback from 20 ft. to 5 ft. at 415 Augusta Dr.
• Approval of June 25, 2026 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission

City Council

The Rockport City Council will meet on July 28, 2026, to decide on several items including a proposed $85 utility service charge, updates to sex offender residency rules, and two rezoning requests for RV parks and multi-family housing. The meeting will also consider delinquent hotel tax collections, drainage improvements, and appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Approval of a $85 service charge for utility trips outside regular hours
• Amendment to sex offender residency restrictions to align with state law
• Rezoning 21.5 acres at 1222 Highway 35 S for an RV park PUD
• Rezoning 13.5 acres at 1819-1833 S Ann St for multi-family PUD
• Approval of Resolution 2026-27R to collect delinquent hotel occupancy taxes

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a workshop to review Hotel Occupancy Tax allocations and the CVB board's composition and responsibilities, discuss the tax rate, budget, and capital items for the upcoming FY2026-2027 budget, and outline next steps. No votes or final decisions are expected at this workshop.

• Review of HOT (Hotel Occupancy Tax) allocation and CVB (Convention & Visitors Bureau) board composition and responsibilities
• Review of tax rate, budget, capital items, and other items related to creating the FY2026-2027 Budget
• Next steps in the budget process (presented by City Secretary)
• Citizens may speak on any agenda item or subject during the public comment period

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests to Planned Unit Development overlays and consider a concept plan and preliminary plat for a new subdivision. The first rezoning is for an RV park at 1222 Highway 35 S, and the second is for multiple parcels on S Ann Street and Mathis Street. The commission will also deliberate on the Oaks at Market Street Subdivision plat.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1222 Highway 35 S (Forrest Oaks) from B-1 to PUD for an RV park
• Public hearing on rezoning 1819-1833 S Ann Street, 720 Mathis Street, and a portion of S Ann Street from R-2 to PUD
• Consideration of concept plan and preliminary plat for The Oaks at Market Street Subdivision at 802 W Morgan, 155 Kelly Lane, and W Murray St

Convention and Visitor Bureau Board

The Rockport Convention and Visitor Bureau Board will consider approving June meeting minutes and receive updates on the Tourism Fund, sales tax, hotel occupancy tax, website, social media, and advertising. The Tourism Manager will also report on upcoming local events.

• Consider approval of June 17, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Receive updates on Tourism Fund, Sales Tax, and Hotel Occupancy Tax collections
• Discussion on future agenda items
• Tourism Manager's update on upcoming local events, meetings, fundraisers, and awards
• Presentation of Visitor Center and ROCC reports

City Council

The City Council will hold second and final readings on ordinances raising water and wastewater rates for all customers, and on ordinances tightening rules for itinerant merchants and charitable solicitations. A public hearing is set for a rezoning request at 3810 Hwy 35 S from single-family to multi-family. The council will also consider extending a water shortage emergency proclamation and a Heritage District certificate for a drive-through at 902 E. Market.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2014 amending water rates and adding a Pass Through Fee
• Second reading of Ordinance 2015 amending wastewater rates
• Public hearing and vote on rezoning 3810 Hwy 35 S from R-1 to R-5
• Consideration of a water shortage emergency extension proclamation
• Heritage District Certificate of Appropriateness for a drive-through at 902 E. Market

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning and Zoning Commission will meet July 6, 2026, to consider a rezone request for 0.792-acre property at 3810 Hwy 35 S from single-family to multi-family zoning. The meeting includes public comment, a staff report, and a potential recommendation to City Council. No other substantive items are listed beyond routine minutes approval and development updates.

• Rezone 3810 Hwy 35 S from R-1 to R-5 (multi-family) with public hearing
• Deliberate and vote on May 4, 2026 meeting minutes
• Staff updates on development services

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Rockport Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and consider two requests to reduce accessory structure setbacks for backyard pool installations. The board will also elect a chair and vice chair, and hear citizen comments.

• Request to reduce accessory structure setback from 10 ft to 3 ft for a pool at 14 Luau Ln.
• Request to reduce accessory structure setback from 10 ft to 5 ft 4 in and rear setback from 20 ft to 5 ft for a pool at 415 Augusta Dr.
• Election of a Zoning Board of Adjustments Chair and Vice Chair.
• Approval of the May 28, 2026 regular meeting minutes.
• Development Services department updates.

City Council

This is a budget workshop agenda. The council will discuss the proposed FY2026-2027 budget, including a presentation on Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant funding, an economic outlook and revenue estimates, an update on capital projects, and review of outstanding budget topics. A taxpayer impact statement shows a projected increase in the median-valued homestead property tax bill from $1,373.26 to $1,445.03 if the proposed budget is adopted.

• Presentation on award of FY2026-2027 Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant Funding
• Economic environment and preliminary revenue estimates
• Update on status of FY-25-26 capital projects from Public Works Director
• Taxpayer impact statement: median homestead value $338,830; current tax bill $1,373.26; proposed budget bill $1,445.03; no-new-revenue rate bill $1,299.91

City Council

The Rockport City Council will meet to discuss and potentially approve first readings of ordinances that would raise water and wastewater rates for all customers. The meeting also includes ceremonial items, updates on city projects, and an executive session on personnel matters.

• First reading of Ordinance 2014 to amend water rates (Chapter 102, Article II)
• First reading of Ordinance 2015 to amend wastewater rates (Chapter 102, Article III)
• First reading of Ordinance 2016 to amend solicitor license rules (Chapter 74, Article II)
• First reading of Ordinance 2017 to amend charitable solicitation rules (Chapter 74, Article III)
• Approval of $45,226 amendment to AV/security equipment contract with Alliance for Community Services

Convention and Visitor Bureau Board

The Rockport Convention and Visitor Bureau Board will consider approving the May 27, 2026 meeting minutes and receive updates on the tourism fund, sales tax and hotel occupancy tax collections, website, social media, and advertising/marketing. The board will also discuss future agenda items and hear a tourism manager's update on upcoming local events, fundraisers, and awards.

• Consider approval of May 27, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Receive updates on Tourism Fund, Sales Tax, and Hotel Occupancy Tax collections
• Receive updates on website, social media, and advertising/marketing
• Discussion on future agenda items
• Tourism Manager's update on upcoming local events, fundraisers, and awards

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Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Rockport Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on three requests for relief from zoning ordinances. The items involve a property at 618 N. Moline seeking multiple variances, a request at 15 Luau Ln. to reduce the front setback, and a request at 905 Patton to reduce accessory-use setbacks. The board will also approve minutes from its March 5, 2026 meeting.

• Variance request for lot size, lot width, minimum square footage, building setbacks, and parking at 618 N. Moline (CENTRAL, BLOCK I, LOT 9 & 10, W-40' OF EACH)
• Variance request to reduce front setback from 20 ft to 15 ft at 15 Luau Ln. (KEY ALLEGRO UNIT #3, BLOCK 9, LOT 6)
• Variance request to reduce accessory-use setbacks from 10 ft to 6 ft for a pool and outdoor kitchen at 905 Patton (GIMLER TOLLE SUBDIVISION, BLK 1, LOT 4-R)
• Approval of minutes from the March 5, 2026 regular meeting

Convention and Visitor Bureau Board

The Rockport Convention and Visitor Bureau Board will meet to approve recent meeting minutes and receive updates on tourism funds, tax collections, and marketing efforts. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of March 18 and April 22 meeting minutes
• Updates on Tourism Fund, Sales Tax Collections, and Hotel Occupancy Tax Collections
• Update on Placer AI reports by Nannette Eiland, CVB Tourism Manager

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Rockport Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a workshop to review roles and responsibilities for its members. No formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is procedural.

• Training on Zoning Board of Adjustment roles and responsibilities (Amanda Torres, Director of Building & Development)

City Council

The City Council will consider second reading of an ordinance allowing certain city employees to buy back previously canceled TMRS service credit, approve a resolution adopting an employee mentoring leave policy, and authorize an interlocal agreement with UTRGV for cyber-security services. They will also vote on a budget amendment for the Convention and Visitor Bureau and a lease-purchase financing proposal for a street sweeper. The meeting includes a discussion on board and commission appointments and an executive session on water issues and real property near Pearl Street.

• Second reading of Ordinance 2012 on TMRS service credit buyback for certain employees
• Resolution 2026-22R approving interlocal agreement with UTRGV Regional Security Operations Center for cyber-security services
• Ordinance 2013 amending the 2025-2026 budget for the Convention and Visitor Bureau
• Lease-purchase financing proposal with Government Capital Corporation for a street sweeper
• Executive session to discuss water issues and real property near Pearl Street

Planning and Zoning Commission

City Council

The Rockport City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a 30-day extension of the water emergency declaration, a first reading of an ordinance allowing certain city employees to buy back previously canceled TMRS service credit, and the second and final reading of a speed ordinance amending Chapter 98. The council will also vote on a resolution requesting Corpus Christi modify its proposed water usage baselines and curtailment percentages during a level-one emergency, and on a resolution ratifying the city manager's assignment of the CNG station contract to the Rockport-Fulton School District.

• 30-day extension of Proclamation 27-057O Water Emergency Declaration
• First reading of Ordinance 2012 on TMRS benefits for buyback of canceled service credit
• Second and final reading of Ordinance 2011 amending speed limits in Chapter 98
• Resolution 2026-19R requesting Corpus Christi modify water usage baselines and curtailment percentages
• Resolution 2026-18R approving an IT services agreement with BarCom

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the upcoming budget and tax rate. The agenda includes property valuation, capital improvement programs, potential grants, and the budget calendar. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Property valuation and tax rate discussion
• Capital Improvement Programs for FY 2025-2026 and FY 2026-2027
• Potential grants and funding sources
• FY 2026-2027 Budget Calendar and next steps

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from March 2026 and conduct a public hearing on a final plat for a 2.5-acre property at 1427 Sixteenth St. The commission may adjourn into executive session if needed, but no other substantive decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Consider approval of final plat for 1427 Sixteenth St (2.5-acre subdivision)
• Public hearing on subdivision proposal at 1427 Sixteenth St
• Deliberate and act on approval of March 2, 2026 meeting minutes