Rockport public meetings in 2022

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum of the Rockport City Council at a Charter Review Commission meeting, not a City Council meeting. The agenda contains only procedural notice information and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

• Charter Review Commission meeting on December 21, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.
• Location: 2840 Highway 35 North, Rockport, Texas
• Notice posted December 5, 2022, for Texas Open Meetings Act compliance

Charter Review Commission

The Rockport Charter Review Commission will hold a public hearing to consider its draft final report on proposed amendments to the City Charter, then discuss and possibly act on the report for submission to the City Council. The agenda also includes discussion on rules for public testimony and whether to hold another meeting. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the draft report.

• Public hearing on draft final report regarding proposed Charter amendments
• Discussion and possible action on draft final report to City Council
• Discussion and possible action on rules on public testimony
• Discussion on whether to hold another Charter Review Commission meeting
• Approval of December 14, 2022 meeting minutes

Charter Review Commission

The Rockport Charter Review Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly act on its draft final report of proposed charter amendments to the City Council, following a public hearing on the report. The agenda also includes setting rules on public testimony, approving prior meeting minutes, and deciding whether to hold another meeting. The meeting is open to the public with options for in-person or online participation.

• Public hearing on draft final report regarding proposed Charter amendments to the City Council
• Discussion and possible action on draft final report regarding proposed Charter amendments
• Discussion and possible action on rules on public testimony
• Approval of December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion on whether to hold another Charter Review Commission meeting

The Commission voted to submit its draft final report on proposed Charter amendments to the City Council. The meeting included public testimony requesting greater financial transparency and voter protections, but no amendments to the report were made.

• Approved meeting minutes from December 14, 2022 (3-1)
• Approved submission of Draft Final Report to City Council (3-1)
• Motion to hold additional meetings for citizen input died for lack of second

Municipal Court

This is the docket for the Rockport Municipal Court's December 16, 2022, Zoom session, listing numerous cases with preliminary hearings at 9:00 AM and show cause hearings at 9:30 AM. The agenda is a routine court docket, not a policy-making meeting.

• Juvenile theft cases (JV220003, JV220004, JV220006, JV220005) with $581 balances, items returned in some cases
• Juvenile curfew violation (JV220010) with $219 balance
• Multiple no liability insurance cases with $400 balances (e.g., Benavidez, Bernal)
• Show cause hearings for unpaid fines, including cases with no payments since 2021
• Indigency designations on several cases (e.g., Chetwood, Fortin, Gunter)

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding in-person hearings for Rockport Middle School and High School students and their parents regarding truancy and parent-contributing-to-non-attendance cases. The court will also conduct a show-cause hearing via Zoom.

• Truancy cases for students including Lilly Brewster, Viviana Davila, Jayvien Arrisola, and others
• Parent-contributing-to-non-attendance cases for parents including Jean Castillo, Shawna Rinche, Maryann Sellers, and others
• Show Cause hearing at 8:30 a.m. via Zoom
• Middle School hearings at 9:00 a.m. in person
• High School hearings at 9:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. in person

City Council

The Rockport City Council agenda notes a possible quorum of council members at the Rockport Charter Review Commission meeting on December 14, 2022. This notice is posted for Texas Open Meetings Act compliance and is informational only; no decisions or actions are scheduled for the City Council.

Charter Review Commission

The Rockport Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss and possibly approve recommended changes to the City of Rockport Charter, including reviewing previous votes on Articles I-XII and considering additional amendments. They will also discuss a draft final report to the City Council. Public comments will be heard at the start of the meeting.

• Discussion and possible action on previous items voted for recommended changes in Articles I-XII of the City Charter
• Discussion and possible action on additional amendments to the City Charter
• Discussion on draft final report to City Council
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 7, 2022

Charter Review Commission

The Rockport Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss and possibly approve recommended changes to the City Charter, covering Articles I through XII, and consider additional amendments. They will also discuss a draft final report to the City Council. Public comments are invited, with a 30-minute total limit.

• Discussion and possible action on previous items voted for recommended changes in Articles I-XII of the City Charter
• Discussion and possible action on additional amendments to the City Charter
• Discussion on draft final report to City Council
• Approval of December 7, 2022 meeting minutes

The Rockport Charter Review Commission approved several recommended charter changes, including additions to Section 1.04, Section 7.03, Section 7.08, and gender-neutral language throughout the charter. Two motions were denied: one to allow council action at any time under Section 7.13 and another to require a two-year gap before running for office again. The commission also discussed a draft final report to be prepared for the next meeting.

• Approved Section 1.04 additions with majority vote wording (unanimous)
• Approved Section 7.03 changes for transparency (unanimous)
• Approved Section 7.08 changes as recommended by Bond Counsel (unanimous)
• Approved gender-neutral terms throughout charter (unanimous)
• Denied Section 7.13 motion to allow council action at any time (1-4)
• Denied Section 3.01 motion for two-year gap before re-running for office (2-3)
• Approved minutes of December 7, 2022 (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 13, 2022, to discuss and act on a range of items, including public hearings for a conditional use permit for an RV park, alley and right-of-way closures, and several contracts and resolutions. The agenda also includes a presentation on the potential sale of the city's gas utility system and various administrative items.

• Conditional Use Permit for 15 RV sites at 1030 Airport Road (Fulton Out Lots, Lot 38)
• Contract award to J.M. Davidson, Inc. for bulkhead replacement on Nassau Drive (Hurricane Harvey damage)
• Contract award to JE Construction Services LLC for pavement repairs on Traylor Street
• Resolution to transfer surplus police firearms to Town of Fulton Police Department
• Agreement with Flock Safety, Inc. for six automatic license plate cameras

The Rockport City Council unanimously postponed action on a Flock Safety automatic license plate camera agreement until on or after February 23, 2023, after public opposition and a request for more information. The council approved a $586,195.90 contract for a Hurricane Harvey-damaged bulkhead replacement on Nassau Drive, contingent on state approval. It also approved a conditional use permit for 15 RV sites at 1030 Airport Road (4-1), and approved several new city hall project contracts and amendments.

• Postponed Flock Safety license plate camera agreement to on/after Feb. 23, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $586,195.90 bulkhead replacement contract with J.M. Davidson, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for 15 RV sites at 1030 Airport Road (4-1)
• Approved $100,000 amendment to Broaddus & Associates city hall oversight contract (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 amendment to PGAL city hall architect/engineering contract (unanimous)
• Approved $1,100,000 quote/invoice with Alliance for Community Solutions for city hall security/AV/networking (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance revising golf cart and neighborhood electric vehicle rules (unanimous)
• Authorized exploring purchase of utility vehicle/golf cart and sale of existing float (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockport City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on a conditional use permit for an RV park at 1030 Airport Road and on three requests to close/abandon alleyways and rights-of-way. The council will also consider several contracts, including a bulkhead replacement on Nassau Drive, pavement repairs on Traylor Street, and delinquent tax collection services, as well as a presentation on the potential sale of the city's gas utility. Consent agenda items include police surplus firearms transfer, interlocal agreements, and a license plate camera contract.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance for Conditional Use Permit for 15 RV sites at 1030 Airport Road (Fulton Out Lots, Lot 38, 14.70 acres)
• Contract award to J.M. Davidson, Inc. for failed bulkhead replacement on Nassau Drive (Hurricane Harvey damage)
• Contract award to JE Construction Services LLC for pavement repairs along Traylor Street
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Flock Safety, Inc. for six fixed pole-mounted Automatic License Plate cameras
• Presentation on status of City of Rockport Gas Utility System and potential sale

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court will conduct non-jury hearings for 10 cases on December 12, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. via Zoom. The docket includes traffic violations such as driving with a suspended license, seat belt violations, and defective equipment, as well as misdemeanor offenses like criminal mischief and public intoxication.

• Driving While License Invalid/Suspended (Alcario Baros)
• Criminal Mischief Under $100 (William Bowen)
• Public Intoxication (William Bowen)
• Fail to Yield Right of Way-Turning Left (Kenneth Dagley)
• Seat Belt Violation (Anne Roden)

City Council

The Rockport City Council posted a notice that a quorum of council members may attend the Rockport Charter Review Commission meeting on December 7, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. This is an informational notice under the Texas Open Meetings Act and does not constitute a City Council meeting.

Charter Review Commission

The Rockport Charter Review Commission will meet to approve minutes from November 30, 2022, and continue its section-by-section review of the City Charter, focusing on Articles VII, X, and XI. They will also discuss and possibly act on previously recommended changes to Articles I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VIII, IX, and XII. The meeting is open to public comment, with a 30-minute total limit for citizen participation.

• Approve minutes of November 30, 2022, Charter Review Commission meeting
• Discuss and act on previous recommended changes to Charter Articles I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VIII, IX, and XII
• Section-by-section review of Charter Articles VII, X, and XI for possible changes
• Public comment period limited to 3 minutes per item, max 9 minutes per person, 30 minutes total

Charter Review Commission

The Rockport Charter Review Commission meets to discuss and possibly act on recommended changes to multiple articles in the city charter, including Articles I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VIII, IX, and XII, as well as a section-by-section review of Articles VII, X, and XI. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public participation.

• Review and possible action on recommended changes to Articles I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VIII, IX, and XII of the City of Rockport Charter
• Section-by-section review of City of Rockport Charter, focusing on Articles VII, X, and XI
• Approval of Charter Review Commission Meeting Minutes from November 30, 2022

The Rockport Charter Review Commission voted 4-1 to recommend deleting Article X (Planning and Zoning Commission) from the City Charter, contingent on the City Council adopting a replacement ordinance. The Commission also approved several financial transparency amendments to Article VII, including adding 'and accounting' to Section 7.01 and requiring the proposed budget to be posted on the city's website in Section 7.03. A motion to postpone review of previously voted items was reconsidered and reversed, allowing continued discussion of those items.

• Approved motion to recommend deletion of Article X, contingent on replacement ordinance (4-1)
• Approved adding 'and accounting' to Section 7.01 and deleting last sentence (unanimous)
• Approved adding 'posted on the City's website' and 'proposed budget' to Section 7.03 (unanimous)
• Approved recommended changes to Sections 7.04, 7.05, 7.08, 7.09, 7.11, 7.12, 7.13 (unanimous or 4-0)
• Approved deleting Subsection (3) of Section 11.02 to allow flexibility in franchise exclusivity (unanimous)
• Approved adding 'or' to Section 11.07 for clarity (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Reconsidered and reversed motion to postpone review of previously voted items (3-2)

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court will hold pre-trial hearings for 14 cases on December 1, 2022, including traffic violations, drug paraphernalia possession, public intoxication, and city ordinance violations. Cases involve video evidence and attorney representation, with some set for jury trials and others for non-jury hearings.

• 14 pre-trial hearings scheduled, including traffic violations (e.g., ran stop sign/light, fail to control speed)
• Drug paraphernalia possession cases for Erica Fell and Matthew Mendez (atty rep)
• Public intoxication and possession of tobacco by minor for Matthew Mendez (atty rep)
• City ordinance violations for Adrian Gonzalez, Felix Gonzalez, and Jodi Savage
• Fail to stop at designated point for Jennifer Self (video submitted) and fail to appear for Erica Fell

City Council

This is a notice regarding a Rockport Charter Review Commission meeting on November 30, 2022. The notice states that while this is not a City Council meeting, a quorum of Council members may be present.

• Rockport Charter Review Commission meeting scheduled for November 30, 2022

Charter Review Commission

The Rockport Charter Review Commission meets to discuss and possibly act on recommended changes to the city charter, including Articles I, II, III, V, and IX, and reviews Articles IV, VI, VIII, and XII. The Commission also considers approving minutes from previous joint and commission meetings.

• Discussion and possible action on recommended changes to Articles I, II, III, V, and IX of the City of Rockport Charter
• Section-by-section review of the City of Rockport Charter, focusing on Articles IV, VI, VIII, and XII
• Discussion and possible action on approving minutes from the November 8, 2022, joint meeting and November 16, 2022, commission meeting

Charter Review Commission

The Rockport Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss and possibly act on recommended changes to the City Charter, including reviewing Articles IV, VI, VIII, and XII. They will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings and discuss future agenda items. The meeting is open to public participation.

• Discussion and possible action on recommended changes to Articles I, II, III, V, and IX
• Section-by-section review of Charter Articles IV, VI, VIII, and XII
• Approval of joint meeting minutes from November 8 and November 16
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per item, 9 minutes total per person

Charter Review Commission

The Rockport Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss and possibly act on recommended changes to the City Charter, including reviewing Articles IV, VI, VIII, and XII. They will also consider minutes from previous meetings and public comments. This is a working session focused on potential charter amendments.

• Discussion and possible action on recommended changes to Articles I, II, III, V, and IX of the City Charter
• Section-by-section review of the Charter, with anticipated focus on Articles IV, VI, VIII, and XII
• Approval of joint meeting minutes from November 8, 2022, and commission minutes from November 16, 2022
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per item, 9 minutes total per person

The Commission reviewed and recommended various amendments to Articles I, III, IV, V, VI, VIII, and XII of the City Charter. These recommendations include changes to City Manager severance, zoning ordinance readings, and public information request fees. The Commission scheduled a public hearing for December 21, 2022.

• Approved deleting the six-month severance limit for employment agreements (2-1)
• Recommended requiring two readings for zoning ordinances unless waived by four Council members (unanimous)
• Recommended deleting the City Engineer position from the Charter (unanimous)
• Recommended changing public information request fee language to 'in accordance with state law' (2-1)
• Recommended changing Charter review frequency from biannually to annually (unanimous)
• Recommended updating legal process service to be served upon the Mayor or City Secretary (unanimous)
• Postponed discussion on Section 1.04 regarding annexation petitions (2-1)
• Approved November 8 and November 16 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding pre-trial hearings via Zoom for 13 cases involving charges such as assault, public intoxication, drug paraphernalia possession, and traffic violations. The agenda lists defendants, charges, and involved officers, but no decisions or outcomes are indicated.

• Assault-Physical Contact (Ayers, Cainan) - Officer M. Munoz, no video
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Downum, Christopher) - Officer C. Garrett
• Speeding in a School Zone (Miller, Allyssa) - Officer J. Aguillar
• Daytime Curfew Violation (Mireles, Xavier) - ACISD Officer J. Wilson
• Fail To Yield Right of Way (Spenkoch, Carla) - Officer C. White, video submitted

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum of Rockport City Council members attending a Charter Review Commission meeting on November 16, 2022. It is not a City Council meeting, and the notice is posted for informational purposes only to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act. No decisions or discussions by the Council are listed.

• Charter Review Commission meeting at 2840 Highway 35 North, Rockport, Texas
• Possible quorum of Council members present
• Notice posted November 14 at 9:30 a.m.

Charter Review Commission

The Commission will meet to discuss and potentially act on the meeting minutes from November 3, 2022. Members will also perform a section by section review of the City Charter and discuss recommendations for future agenda items.

• Review of November 3, 2022, meeting minutes
• Section by section review of City Charter
• Discussion of recommendations for future agenda items

The Commission recommended deleting the 10-year consecutive term limit for City Council members. It also proposed updates to meeting notice requirements, public comment rights, and candidate eligibility regarding tax debts.

• Recommended deletion of Article III, Section 3.01(d) term limits (3-1)
• Approved changes to Section 3.08 to update meeting notice to 72 hours (unanimous)
• Approved change to Section 3.09 regarding quorum during vacancies (unanimous)
• Recommended Section 3.10 change to allow public comment before agenda items (unanimous)
• Recommended Section 3.11 change to require two regular Council meetings for ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved updates to Section 3.13 regarding electronic ordinance records (unanimous)
• Recommended Section 5.02 addition requiring candidates not be in tax arrears (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Section 5.04(2) regarding election record delivery (unanimous)

Charter Review Commission

The Rockport Charter Review Commission will meet to approve the November 3, 2022 minutes and continue its section-by-section review of the City Charter, with possible action on proposed changes. The agenda includes discussion of future agenda items and public comments. This is a working session focused on the charter review process.

• Approve minutes from November 3, 2022 meeting
• Continue section-by-section review of City Charter
• Discussion and recommendations for future agenda items
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per item, 9 minutes total per person

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for a campground with 83 RV sites, 20 tent sites, a bathhouse, and laundry at 1030 Airport Road (currently zoned R-1). The commission will also deliberate on several replats and an amended final plat, plus discuss holiday meeting restrictions.

• Conditional use permit for campground at 1030 Airport Road (Fulton Out Lots, Lot 38, 14.70 acres)
• Replat by Scott and Vicky Andrews at 108 W. Sixth Street (Manning Addition, Block 135, Lots 12-16)
• Replat by Christopher and Karra Crowley at 500 E King Street (Simon Oaks, Block 1, Lot 5, 4.127 acres)
• Replat by Aransas County Navigation District at 160 Cove Harbor South (Swickheimer Block 256, Lot 64, 17.466 acres)
• Amending final plat by Noah Arc Community Development Corporation at 1601 Mathis Street (Sphinx, Block 1, Lot 1)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a Conditional Use Permit for a 15-site RV park at 1030 Airport Road, after the owner scaled back an earlier request for 83 RV sites and 20 tent sites. The commission will also consider four replats and discuss meeting schedules. Staff recommends approval of the RV park permit.

• Conditional Use Permit for 15 RV sites at 1030 Airport Rd (Fulton Out Lots, Lot 38, 14.70 acres, R-1 zoning)
• Replat of Lots 12-16, Block 135, Manning Addition (108 W Sixth St, 0.8039 acres)
• Replat of Lot 5, Block 1, Simon Oaks (500 E King St, 4.127 acres)
• Replat of Lot 64, Block 256, Swickheimer (160 Cove Harbor South, 17.466 acres)
• Amending Final Plat for Sphinx, Block 1, Lot 1 (1601 Mathis St)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for a campground with 83 RV sites, 20 tent sites, a bathhouse, and laundry at 1030 Airport Road, currently zoned R-1. The commission will also act on three replats, an amended final plat, and approve prior meeting minutes. The agenda includes routine items and no other major policy decisions.

• Conditional use permit for campground at 1030 Airport Road (14.70 acres, Fulton Out Lots Lot 38)
• Replat at 108 W. Sixth Street (Manning Addition, Block 135, Lots 12-16)
• Replat at 500 E King Street (Simon Oaks, Block 1 Lot 5, 4.127 acres)
• Replat at 160 Cove Harbor South (Swickheimer Block 256 Lot 64, 17.466 acres)
• Amending Final Plat at 1601 Mathis Street (Sphinx, Block 1, Lot 1)

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that City Council approve a 15-site campground at 1030 Airport Rd. The commission also approved four separate replats and an amending final plat.

• Recommended City Council approval of 15 sites for campground at 1030 Airport Rd (Unanimous)
• Approved Replat at 108 W Sixth Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Replat at 500 E King Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Replat at 160 Cove Harbor South (Unanimous)
• Approved Amending Final Plat at 1601 Mathis Street (Unanimous)
• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is conducting school hearings and addressing various criminal offenses. The agenda includes cases for truancy, parent non-attendance, and misdemeanor offenses such as possession of tobacco or drug paraphernalia.

• School hearings for truancy and parent contributing to non-attendance
• Criminal cases for possession of tobacco product
• Criminal cases for possession of drug paraphernalia
• Criminal cases for public intoxication
• Criminal cases for disorderly conduct and assault by threat

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding preliminary hearings at 9:00 AM and show cause hearings at 9:30 AM via Zoom on November 9, 2022. The docket lists individuals with outstanding balances for offenses such as no liability insurance, public intoxication, and driving without a license. Many entries note indigent status, juvenile status, or lack of payments.

• Tamara Bennett: two cases, no liability insurance ($578.50) and violate promise to appear ($444.60), marked indigent
• Makayla Maynard: two juvenile cases, no driver's license ($281.00) and no liability insurance ($385.00)
• Matthew Bruhn: three cases with no payments, including fail to control speed ($254.90) and driving while license invalid ($310.00)
• Michael Gortemiller II: two cases, driving while license invalid ($210.00) and violate promise to appear ($182.00), no payment plan set
• Carlos Longoria: two public intoxication cases ($210.00 each), failure to appear noted

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider several items, including a second reading of a conditional use permit for a manufactured home on Kluge Trail, a first reading to increase the utility surcharge fee, and the purchase of a backhoe. The consent agenda includes donating two surplus police vehicles and accepting marketing reports. The council will also enter executive session to discuss legal matters and personnel evaluations.

• Second reading of CUP for manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail
• First reading to increase utility surcharge fee (Chapter 102, Section 102-401)
• Purchase of 2023 John Deere 320P Backhoe
• Donation of surplus police vehicles to Fulton PD and Rockport VFD
• Contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson for delinquent special assessments

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding jury hearings on November 8, 2022, for eight cases involving four defendants. Charges include curfew violation, drug paraphernalia possession, failure to appear, public intoxication, parking in a fire lane, and parent contributing to non-attendance. The agenda lists case details and officers, but no decisions are made at this stage.

• Brandy Cochran: curfew violation, drug paraphernalia, FTA (3 cases)
• Jessica Garcia: public intoxication, drug paraphernalia, FTA (3 cases)
• Burt Slater: parked in fire lane/zone
• Brian Williams: parent contributing to non-attendance (ACISD)

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on November 8, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. at the Rockport Service Center. The agenda includes consent items (donating two out-of-service police vehicles, approving minutes, and receiving reports), a second reading of a conditional use permit for a manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail, a first reading to increase the utility surcharge fee, a backhoe purchase, and a contract for delinquent special assessment collection. The council will also hold executive sessions on legal matters and personnel evaluations.

• Second reading of CUP for manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail (R1 zoning, 3.494 acres)
• First reading to amend Chapter 102 'Utilities' to increase surcharge fee (Section 102-401)
• Purchase of a 2023 John Deere 320P Backhoe
• Resolution authorizing contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP for delinquent special assessment collection
• Donation of two out-of-service Rockport Police patrol vehicles to Fulton Police Department and Rockport Volunteer Fire Department

City Council granted a conditional use permit for a manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail and approved the purchase of a new backhoe. A proposed increase to the utility bill surcharge for fire departments was postponed for further financial study.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for a manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 John Deere 320P Backhoe for $143,131.38 (unanimous)
• Approved donation of surplus police patrol vehicle to Fulton Police Department (unanimous)
• Approved donation of surplus police patrol vehicle to Rockport Volunteer Fire Department (unanimous)
• Postponed utility bill surcharge fee increase for further financial analysis (unanimous)
• Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce and Rockport Cultural Arts District marketing reports (unanimous)

Charter Review Commission

The Rockport City Council and Charter Review Commission are holding a joint meeting to conduct a section-by-section review of the City Charter and discuss recommendations for future agenda items. The meeting is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed on the agenda.

• Section-by-section review of the City Charter
• Discussion and recommendation for future agenda items
• Citizens to be heard (3-minute speaking limit)
• Joint meeting of City Council and Charter Review Commission

The joint meeting consisted of discussions regarding potential changes to the City Charter, including election costs, term limits, and annexation. No formal votes were taken on charter amendments, and the scheduled section-by-section review was not conducted due to lack of time.

• Agreed to attempt preparing Agenda Packets with proposed charter changes for citizens

City Council

The Rockport City Council and the Charter Review Commission will hold a joint meeting to perform a section-by-section review of the City Charter. The meeting will also include discussion and recommendations for future agenda items.

• Section by section review of City Charter

The Rockport City Council and Charter Review Commission held a joint meeting to discuss potential charter revisions, but no formal decisions were made. Council members and citizens provided comments on topics such as election costs, term lengths, annexation, and public input. The meeting adjourned without any votes or resolutions.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the joint meeting
• Staff to prepare an agenda packet with proposed charter changes for future meetings

Charter Review Commission

The Rockport Charter Review Commission is holding its first meeting to organize and begin a section-by-section review of the City Charter. The commission will elect a chair and vice-chair, set rules for public testimony, and approve a meeting schedule and approach for the review.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion and possible action on rules for public testimony
• Approval of meeting schedule and approach to Charter review
• Beginning section-by-section review of City Charter

The Commission elected its Chair and Vice-Chair and established rules for public testimony. Members began a section-by-section review of the City Charter, recommending one amendment to align annexation language with state law.

• Elected Commission Member Blazek as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Commission Member Amaya as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved public testimony rules: 3 minutes per agenda item, 9 minutes total per person, 30-minute total limit for all citizens (unanimous)
• Approved meeting schedule for Nov 8, 16, 30 and Dec 7, 14, 21 (unanimous)
• Recommended removing 'adjacent to or contiguous with the city limits with or without the consent of the residents and/or owners of the territory annexed' from Section 1.03 (4-0)
• Consensus to propose no changes to Section 1.01 (Form of Government)
• Consensus to propose no changes to Section 1.02 (Boundaries of the City)
• Consensus to propose no changes to Article II (Powers of the City) and Article IX (Boards and Commissions)

Building and Standards Committee

The Rockport Building & Standards Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on six properties recommended for demolition due to violations of the city’s unsafe building code. The commission will also approve past meeting minutes.

• Demolish buildings at 208 Doral Lane (Lot 37, Block 11, Rockport Country Club #1)
• Demolish buildings at 317-A South Fifth Street (Lot 1 & South % of Lot 2, Block 3, Fulton Oaks)
• Demolish buildings at 408 North Fuqua Street (Lots 15 & 16, Block 118, Smith & Wood)
• Demolish buildings at 508 Racine Street (Lot 12 & North 6’ of Lot 13, Block 122, Smith & Wood)
• Demolish East storage building at 524 East Mimosa Street (Lots 1-4, Block 23, Smith & Wood)

Building and Standards Committee

The Rockport Building & Standards Commission will hold public hearings and vote on whether to order the demolition of six unsafe or non-compliant buildings across Rockport. The properties are located at 208 Doral Lane, 317-A South Fifth Street, 408 North Fuqua Street, 508 Racine Street, 524 East Mimosa Street, and 1004 Young Street. Owners have been notified and may testify.

• Demolition order for 208 Doral Lane (Lot 37, Block 11, Rockport Country Club #1)
• Demolition order for 317-A South Fifth Street (Lot 1 & South ½ of Lot 2, Block 3, Fulton Oaks)
• Demolition order for 408 North Fuqua Street (Lots 15 & 16, Block 118, Smith & Wood)
• Demolition order for 508 Racine Street (Lot 12 & North 6’ of Lot 13, Block 122, Smith & Wood)
• Demolition order for 524 East Mimosa Street (Lots 1-4, Block 23, Smith & Wood)

The Building and Standards Commission held public hearings and voted to order demolition of buildings at six properties, with one property given a 90-day repair-or-sale option. Minutes from three prior meetings were approved. All demolition motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes from Jan 31, Jul 27, and Oct 10, 2022 meetings
• Ordered demolition at 208 Doral Lane, with amendment allowing 90 days for repair or sale
• Ordered demolition at 317-A South Fifth Street
• Ordered demolition at 408 North Fuqua Street
• Ordered demolition at 508 Racine Street
• Ordered demolition of east storage building at 524 East Mimosa Street
• Ordered demolition at 1004 Young Street

City Council

The Rockport City Council is holding a regular meeting to discuss and act on a range of items, including a conditional use permit for a manufactured home on Kluge Trail, the creation of a Charter Review Commission, and the disbursement of utility bill surcharge funds to volunteer fire departments. The agenda also includes routine consent items, reports from community organizations, and an executive session on legal matters.

• Conditional Use Permit for manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail (R1 zoning)
• Resolution creating Charter Review Commission
• Utility Bill Surcharge Fund disbursement to Fulton, Lamar, and Rockport Volunteer Fire Departments
• Accept surplus network equipment rack from Aransas County for Police Department
• Cancel November 22 and December 27, 2022 Council meetings

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold its regular meeting on October 25, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. in the Training Room of the Rockport Service Center. The agenda includes routine approvals, reports from local organizations, and key decisions such as accepting a surplus network equipment rack for the Public Safety Center and voting on a conditional use permit for a manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail.

• Accept surplus network equipment rack from Aransas County for Public Safety Center server housing ($0 cost)
• Approve 2nd–4th quarter FY2021-22 marketing expenditure reports for Texas Maritime Museum, Rockport Center for the Arts, and Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce
• Cancel November 22 and December 27, 2022 regular council meetings
• First reading of ordinance granting Conditional Use Permit for manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail (R1 zoning)
• Create and appoint members to Charter Review Commission with term and professional assistance

The Rockport City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, surplus equipment, reports, and meeting cancellations. It authorized $197,525.44 in utility surcharge disbursements to three volunteer fire departments, approved a conditional use permit for a manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail, discontinued joint public hearings with the Planning & Zoning Commission, and created the Charter Review Commission with five appointed members. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda items 6-12 unanimously
• Authorized $197,525.44 utility surcharge disbursement to Lamar, Fulton, and Rockport volunteer fire departments unanimously
• Approved first reading of CUP for manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail unanimously
• Discontinued joint public hearings with Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously
• Adopted resolution creating Charter Review Commission with Webb, Amaya, Wagnon, Townsend, Blazek unanimously

Parks Advisory Board

The Parks & Leisure Services Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items. The board will consider approving the minutes from its January 24, 2022 meeting, hear about past and future park events, and deliberate on current and future park projects. The meeting is open to public comments on non-agenda items, but no action can be taken on those topics.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of January 24, 2022
• Discussion of past and future planned park events
• Discussion of all current and future park projects
• Public comments on non-agenda items
• Items for inclusion on next agenda

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court will hold preliminary and show-cause hearings via Zoom on October 24, 2022. The docket includes requests from defendants to reduce or dismiss fines for traffic and ordinance violations, as well as cases involving unpaid balances and failure to appear. The court will also address show-cause hearings for individuals who have not complied with payment plans.

• Fine reduction requests: Jenna Garrison ($310, driving while license invalid), Danny Gibbons ($567, parked in handicap space), Bryce Gossett ($496.60 speeding, $444.60 violate promise to appear)
• Dismissal requests: Bich Nga Thi Nguyen ($581 each, tall grass and junk/trash ordinance violations), Ashley Gunter ($309.40, fail to drive in single lane, warrant status)
• Deferred disposition request: Suzanne Moore ($254.90, fail to control speed)
• Show cause hearings for unpaid balances: Daqrious Brooks, Exodus Brown, Andreki Cantu, Mercedes Cantu, Jacob Gonzales, Daniel Jones, Alexander Nixon, Hannah Oakman
• Lynn Reed contests two no-liability-insurance citations ($455 and $422.50), claiming she was out of town when issued

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding school hearings on October 18, 2022, addressing cases involving minors, including truancy, possession of tobacco or alcohol, assault, and parental responsibility for non-attendance. The agenda lists specific cases with defendants' names, dates of birth, offenses, and officers or referral sources.

• Truancy cases for Tristan Adame, Randy Schoen, Yasmine Trejo, and Adan Martinez III
• Parent contributing to non-attendance charges for Cynthia Hawkins and Cynthia Chupe
• Possession of tobacco by minor charges for Eveyl-Lynn Phillips and Christopher Beans
• Minor in possession of alcohol charge for Christopher Beans
• Assault charges (physical contact and threat) for Gustavo Rocha Jr.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail, where the owner's home was destroyed by fire. The owner requests a four-year allowance, but staff recommends approval for one year with a possible six-month extension. The commission will also discuss changing the public hearing process to separate hearings instead of joint ones with City Council.

• Public hearing and action on CUP for manufactured home at 157 Kluge Tr (McCombs, Lots 55 & 56, 3.494 acres, R-1 zoning)
• Staff recommends approval of CUP for one year, with possible six-month extension by Building Official
• Discussion and action on discontinuing joint public hearings with City Council, per Section 118-26
• Approval of September 19, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit to allow a manufactured home on a property at 157 Kluge Tr while the owners rebuild their burned home. The commission will also discuss the process for conducting public hearings per city ordinance and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Public hearing for CUP for manufactured home at 157 Kluge Tr (McCombs, Lot 55 & 56, 3.494 acres, zoned R-1)
• Deliberation and action on the CUP request for the same property
• Discussion and action on public hearing process per Section 118-26 of Rockport Code of Ordinances
• Approval of September 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council approve a Conditional Use Permit allowing a manufactured home at 157 Kluge Tr while the owners rebuild their burned residence. The permit is for one year with a possible extension if progress is made on the new dwelling. The Commission also unanimously recommended that public hearings be conducted separately per the city code.

• Recommended approval of CUP for manufactured home at 157 Kluge Tr (unanimous)
• Recommended separate conduct of public hearings per Code Sec. 118-26 (unanimous)
• Approved September 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court will hold non-jury hearings to review cases of parental contributing to non-attendance and truant conduct. The docket includes multiple cases involving minors and parents, with charges filed by officers and complainants listed in the agenda.

• Parent contributing to non-attendance cases: Chupe, Ortiz (2 cases), Tilves
• Disorderly conduct charge against Mireles, Xavier
• Truant conduct cases: Mireles, Xavier; Rios, Cassie; Rios, Koby (3 cases)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Rockport Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and then deliberate on a request for a variance from the city's minimum setback regulations for a property at 907 S Church in the B-1 General Business District. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its July 19, 2022 meeting. Public comments can be submitted electronically before the meeting.

• Public hearing on setback variance for 907 S Church (Stewart, Block 1, Lot 1 & E/85' of Lot 2 & all of 3)
• Variance request under Section 118-20.2 of City of Rockport Code of Ordinance
• Deliberation and action on July 19, 2022 regular meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a request for relief from the City's Maximum Set Back regulations for a property in the B-1 General Business District. The board also approved the minutes from the July 19, 2022, meeting.

• Approved variance to Maximum Set Back regulations for 907 S Church
• Approved July 19, 2022, regular meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Building and Standards Committee

The Rockport Building & Standards Commission will hear reports from the Code Official on eight properties regarding potential code violations or compliance issues. The meeting is open to public comment via an online form or written submission.

• 123 Turtle Bayou Road (1.444 acres, Texas Mineral Trust)
• 401 East Laurel Street (Marty Kroesche Enterprises Inc.)
• 513 North Church Street (Pamela A Montez)
• 1024 South Pearl Street (Randy Rios)
• 1131 Water Street (Fulshear Ventures LLC)

The Rockport Building and Standards Commission received reports from code officials regarding eight properties and took no formal votes or actions. Discussions covered property cleanups by new owners, owner compliance, city demolitions, and properties with owners addressing the board.

• Received report on 123 Turtle Bayou Road (new owner cleaning up)
• Received report on 401 East Laurel Street (owner complied)
• Received report on 513 North Church Street (city demolished)
• Received report on 1024 South Pearl Street (city demolished)
• Received report on 1131 Water Street (no action taken)
• Received report on 1222 Gagon Street (city demolished)
• Received report on 3404 Highway 35 South (discussion regarding removal by October 21, 2022)
• Received report on 3502-3508 Hwy 35 South (new owner cleaning up)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Rockport Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and then deliberate on a request from Hotel Miya, LLC for a variance to the minimum setback regulations for its property at 907 S Church Street. The property, built in 1983, does not meet current setback requirements adopted in 1996. Staff recommends approval. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its July 19, 2022 meeting.

• Public hearing and decision on setback variance for 907 S Church (Hotel Miya, LLC)
• Variance to B-1 General Business District setback rules (Section 118-20.2)
• One letter for and one against the variance received
• Approval of July 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a request for relief from maximum setback regulations for a property in the B-1 General Business District. The board also approved the minutes from the July 19, 2022, meeting.

• Approved variance to Maximum Set Back regulations for 907 S Church
• Approved July 19, 2022, regular meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Tree and Landscape Committee

The Rockport Tree and Landscape Committee will meet to deliberate and act on tree surveys for two commercial properties: Enterprise Oaks Shopping Center at 802 Enterprise and Speedy Stop at 546 State Highway 35 South. The committee will also discuss setting a regular meeting day and approve February 15, 2022 workshop minutes.

• Tree Survey for Enterprise Oaks Shopping Center (802 Enterprise, 3.113 acres)
• Tree Survey for Speedy Stop (546 SH 35 South, 2.2728 acres)
• Deliberate and act on February 15, 2022 workshop minutes
• Discussion on setting a specific day of the month for future regular meetings

Tree and Landscape Committee

The Tree and Landscape Committee will meet to review and act on tree surveys for two specific locations. The committee will also discuss establishing a regular monthly meeting schedule.

• Tree Survey for Enterprise Oaks Shopping Center at 802 Enterprise
• Tree Survey for Speedy Stop at 546 State Highway 35 South
• Approval of February 15, 2022, Workshop minutes
• Discussion on setting a specific day for future regular meetings

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding in-person show cause hearings and school hearings on September 30, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. The docket lists eight cases involving minors, with offenses including possession of tobacco products, drug paraphernalia, daytime curfew violation, disorderly conduct, assault threat, and reckless damage. Two cases are continued obligations and will appear via Zoom.

• Case 202201038: Boenig, Logan – possession of tobacco product by minor
• Case 202201037: Brown, Exodus – possession of drug paraphernalia
• Case 202201041: Mireles, Xavier – daytime curfew violation
• Case 201900056: Johnson, Kelsey – possession of tobacco product by minor (Zoom, continued obligation)
• Case 202100846/202100962/202100954: Ricarte, Jose – multiple charges including assault threat

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding pre-trial hearings on September 28, 2022, via Zoom. The docket includes 20 cases involving traffic offenses, public intoxication, drug paraphernalia, theft, and other violations. Some cases were reset from earlier dates, and several have video evidence submitted or pending.

• Assault-Physical Contact case (Ayers) with no video
• Driving While License Invalid case (Baros) with officer in person
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia case (Garcia) with officer in person
• Theft Under $100 case (Thomas) with no video
• Operate Golf Cart Where Prohibited case (Williams) with video submitted

City Council

The City Council will discuss several Hotel Occupancy Tax agreements and a request for a conditional use permit at 157 Kluge Trail. The Council is also scheduled to deliberate on rejecting all bids received for the Nassau Drive Bulkhead replacement.

• Rejection of all bids for the Nassau Drive Bulkhead replacement
• Conditional Use Permit request for a manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail
• Multiple Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Hotel Occupancy Tax Agreements
• Street closure of East Laurel Street on October 31, 2022, for First Assembly of God Fall Festival
• Presentation regarding Police Department promotions

City Council unanimously rejected the sole bid for the Nassau Drive Bulkhead replacement project because the price exceeded the engineer's estimate. The council also approved several Hotel Occupancy Tax agreements and a street closure for a church festival.

• Rejected bid from Derrick Construction Company, Inc. for Nassau Drive Bulkhead replacement (unanimous)
• Approved closing of East Laurel Street for First Assembly of God Fall Festival on Oct 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 Hotel Occupancy Tax Agreement with Aransas County Council on Aging (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 Hotel Occupancy Tax Agreement with Rockport Center for the Arts (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 Hotel Occupancy Tax Agreement with Rockport Cultural Arts District (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 Hotel Occupancy Tax Agreement with Friends of the Fulton Mansion State Historical Site (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 Hotel Occupancy Tax Agreement with Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce for tourism and events (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 Hotel Occupancy Tax Agreements with Rockport Yacht Club and Texas Maritime Museum (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 27, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. in the Training Room of the Rockport Service Center. The meeting includes proclamations, recognitions, and presentations, as well as deliberations on consent agenda items such as approval of previous meeting minutes, a street closure request, and hotel occupancy tax agreements for local organizations.

• Proclamation of National 4-H Week (October 2-8, 2022)
• Recognition of Diane Neilsen as Texas Association for the Education of Young Children Advocate of the Year
• Promotions in Rockport Police Department: David Gerloff to Lieutenant and Juan Canales to Detective
• Deliberation on approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of September 13, 2022
• Deliberation on request to close East Laurel Street for First Assembly of God’s Fall Festival on October 31, 2022

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding preliminary hearings and show-cause hearings on September 21, 2022, for a docket of over 60 cases involving traffic violations, truancy, drug paraphernalia, and other municipal offenses. Many defendants have unpaid fines or have failed to complete community service or payment plans, and the court will address these compliance issues.

• Show-cause hearing for a 2004 Saturn ION with $667.00 unpaid nuisance abatement fine
• Preliminary hearings for multiple truant conduct cases referred to juvenile case managers (JCM)
• Indigent hearings for defendants including Sanjuanita Castaneda ($455.00 DWLI, $390.00 VPTA) and Kristina Chetwood ($210.00 public intoxication)
• Payment plan reviews for numerous defendants with unpaid balances, including David Allgood ($443.50) and Bobby Clark ($698.30)
• Deferred disposition review for Aaron Gunn ($250.00, anger management not completed)

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding preliminary hearings and show cause hearings on September 21, 2022. The docket includes numerous cases involving traffic violations, drug paraphernalia possession, truancy, and other offenses, with many defendants having unpaid fines or failing to meet payment or community service requirements.

• Show cause hearings for unpaid fines, including a nuisance abatement case for a 2004 Saturn Ion ($667)
• Preliminary hearings for offenses such as speeding, no driver's license, disorderly conduct, and assault
• Multiple truancy cases referred to juvenile case managers (JCM)
• Several cases with requests for lower amounts or deferred disposition
• Indigent hearings for two cases involving Sanjuanita Castaneda

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approving final plats for two new single-family subdivisions: Heritage Park Phase I and Fulton Shores. The meeting also includes approval of the August 29, 2022 minutes. Staff recommends approval for Heritage Park Phase I.

• Final Plat for Heritage Park Phase I: 55 single-family lots and 1 park/open space on 16.260 acres at 2701 FM 3036 (R & F Development, LLC)
• Final Plat for Fulton Shores: single-family subdivision on 14.1036 acres at 417 S. Fulton Beach Road (Fulton Shores, LLC)
• Approval of August 29, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes from August 29, 2022, and act on two final plats for single-family subdivisions: Heritage Park Phase I and Fulton Shores. Both plats are submitted by developers and will be considered for approval.

• Final Plat: Heritage Park Phase I by R & F Development, LLC, 16.260 acres at 2701 FM 3036
• Final Plat: Fulton Shores by Fulton Shores, LLC, 14.1036 acres at 417 S. Fulton Beach Road
• Approval of regular meeting minutes of August 29, 2022

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved final plats for two new single-family dwelling subdivisions. The commission also approved the minutes from the August 29, 2022 meeting.

• Approved August 29, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Heritage Park, Phase I at 2701 FM 3036 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Fulton Shores at 417 S Fulton Beach Rd (4-1)

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and approving a property tax rate of $0.378149 per $100 valuation, which represents a tax increase. The council will also vote on several consent agenda items, including street closures for the Seafair parade, a property tax assessment agreement with Aransas County, and a purchase for a backup communications center. An executive session is scheduled for legal consultations on pending litigation and a drainage project.

• Adopt FY 2022-2023 budget and appropriate resources
• Set 2022 tax rate at $0.378149 per $100 valuation
• Ratify property tax increase in 2022-2023 budget
• Approve purchase of backup communications center equipment from Motorola and Intrado
• Reject all bids for sale of old City Hall at 622 E. Market Street

City Council

The Rockport City Council will consider adopting the FY 2022-2023 budget and approving a total property tax rate of $0.378149 per $100 valuation. They will also vote on a property tax increase ratification, a contract for backup communications equipment, and a request to close streets for the Seafair parade. The agenda includes several routine consent items and an executive session on legal matters.

• Adopt FY 2022-2023 budget (first and only reading)
• Approve 2022 tax rate of $0.378149 per $100 valuation
• Ratify property tax increase in 2022-2023 budget
• Purchase backup communications equipment from Motorola and Intrado (contracts DIR-TSO-4101, EC07-20)
• Reject bids for sale of old City Hall at 622 E. Market Street

The Rockport City Council approved the FY 2022-2023 budget totaling $64,724,088 and levied a total property tax rate of $0.378149 per $100 valuation. The council also ratified the property tax increase, approved funding for a back-up communications center, and rejected all bids for the old City Hall property at 622 E. Market Street to restart the development proposal process.

• Approved Consent Agenda including meeting minutes, street closures for the Seafair parade on October 8, 2022, and the 2022-2023 Property Tax Assessment/Collection Agreement with Aransas County (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Line Item 01-602-2049 Economic Development Council (4-0, Mayor Pro-Tem Hattman abstained)
• Adopted FY 2022-2023 budget excluding Line Item 01-602-2049 (unanimous)
• Ratified property tax increase reflected in the FY 2022-2023 Annual Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted tax rate ordinance for Tax Year 2022 at $0.378149 per $100 valuation ($0.220511 M&O and $0.157638 I&S) (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of equipment and implementation services for the Back-up Communications Center from Motorola and Intrado for $386,422.00 (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids received for the sale of old City Hall at 622 E. Market Street and initiated a Request for Proposals process for its development (unanimous)

Tree and Landscape Committee

The Rockport Tree and Landscape Committee will meet to review and discuss tree surveys for two proposed single-family subdivisions: Heritage Park SFD Subdivision and Fulton Shores SFD Subdivision. These are workshop items, so the committee will discuss the surveys but no final action is listed. Public comments can be submitted electronically before the meeting.

• Review of Tree Survey for Heritage Park SFD Subdivision at 2701 FM 3036 (28.182 acres)
• Review of Tree Survey for Fulton Shores SFD Subdivision at 417 S Fulton Beach Rd (14.1 acres)
• Preliminary plats approved by Planning & Zoning for both subdivisions

The Rockport Tree and Landscape Committee reviewed and discussed tree surveys for the Heritage Park SFD Subdivision and the Fulton Shores SFD Subdivision. No motions or votes were taken because the items were for discussion only and the tree plans had previously been approved by staff.

• Reviewed tree survey for Heritage Park SFD Subdivision (discussion only)
• Reviewed tree survey for Fulton Shores SFD Subdivision (discussion only)

Tree and Landscape Committee

The Rockport Tree and Landscape Committee will review and discuss tree surveys for two proposed single-family subdivisions: Heritage Park SFD Subdivision at 2701 FM 3036 and Fulton Shores SFD Subdivision at 417 S Fulton Beach Rd. Staff recommends approval of both tree mitigation plans. The meeting is a workshop, so no final decisions are expected.

• Heritage Park SFD Subdivision: 106 single-family lots and 1 common area park on 28.182 acres at 2701 FM 3036
• Fulton Shores SFD Subdivision: 63-lot private gated community on 14.1 acres at 417 S Fulton Beach Rd
• Fulton Shores: 107 trees over 10 inches in R.O.W. to be removed for utilities/traffic, no mitigation required
• Fulton Shores: 240 trees on residential lots and 30 in common areas to be addressed later
• Both tree plans were previously approved by staff under the old ordinance

City Council

The Rockport City Council held a special meeting to conduct public hearings on the proposed 2022 property tax rate and the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The council also deliberated on the first reading of an ordinance setting the tax rate at $0.378149 per $100 valuation, with a final vote scheduled for September 13, 2022.

• Proposed tax rate: $0.378149 per $100 valuation (higher than no-new-revenue rate of $0.352885)
• Budget increase: $600,140 (9.42%) in total property tax revenue, including $179,789 from new property
• First reading of ordinance approving 2022 taxable property assessments and tax rate components: $0.220511 for maintenance/operations, $0.157638 for debt service

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and act on the 2022 property tax rate and the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The meeting includes a public hearing for taxpayers to express views on the tax rate, which will be adopted on September 13, 2022.

• Public hearing on 2022 property tax rate and FY 2022-2023 budget
• First reading of ordinance approving 2022 taxable property assessment and setting tax rate at $0.378149 per $100 valuation

City Council held public hearings on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and property tax rate. Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to levy a total tax rate of $0.378149 per $100 valuation for the 2022 tax year.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance levying a total tax rate of $0.378149 per $100 valuation (Unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will deliberate on several plat submissions from The Oaks, LLC. These items involve a revised preliminary plat and final plats for two phases of the Pearl Street Square development at 1802 FM 2165.

• Revised Preliminary Plat for Pearl Street Square (37 single-family and 2 R-7 lots)
• Final Plat for Pearl Street Square Phase I (22 single-family and 2 R-7 lots)
• Final Plat for Pearl Street Square Phase II (15 single-family lots)
• Approval of July 18 and August 1, 2022, meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and act on a revised preliminary plat and two final plats for the Pearl Street Square subdivision, a single-family dwelling development by The Oaks, LLC, located at 1802 FM 2165. The meeting is open to the public with options for remote viewing and citizen participation.

• Revised Preliminary Plat for Pearl Street Square (The Oaks, LLC) at 1802 FM 2165
• Final Plat for Pearl Street Square, Phase I (single-family subdivision)
• Final Plat for Pearl Street Square, Phase II (single-family subdivision)
• Approval of minutes from July 18, 2022, and August 1, 2022 meetings

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a revised preliminary plat and two final plats for a single-family dwelling subdivision known as Pearl Street Square. The approved developments are located at 1802 FM 2165.

• Approved July 18, 2022, and August 1, 2022, meeting minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Approved Revised Preliminary Plat for Pearl Street Square at 1802 FM 2165 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Pearl Street Square Phase I at 1802 FM 2165 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Pearl Street Square Phase II at 1802 FM 2165 (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 23, 2022, to deliberate and act on second readings of ordinances that would amend water, wastewater, natural gas, and solid waste rates, as well as approve conditional use permits for a quilt shop and a manufactured home. The council will also consider awarding a contract for drainage improvements at the Rockport Country Club and hear a presentation on the Drought Contingency Plan. Several items are routine consent agenda items, including approval of minutes and a cultural arts district report.

• Second reading of ordinance granting conditional use permit for quilt shop at 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b, 1.148 acres)
• Second reading of ordinance granting conditional use permit for manufactured home at 826 Holly Road (S3925 McCombs Subdivision, Lot 6, 2.00 acres)
• Second readings of ordinances amending water, wastewater, natural gas, and solid waste rates (fee changes for all customers)
• Award contract to Mako Contracting LLC for Rockport Country Club drainage improvements
• Presentation on City of Rockport Drought Contingency Plan

City Council

The City Council will consider multiple ordinances regarding water, wastewater, natural gas, and solid waste service charges. The meeting also includes discussions on a drought contingency plan and a contract for drainage improvements at the Rockport Country Club.

• Ordinance to amend water, wastewater, and natural gas service rates
• Ordinance to set new solid waste service fees
• Contract award to Mako Contracting LLC for Rockport Country Club drainage improvements
• Conditional Use Permit for a quilt shop at 2922 FM 1781
• Conditional Use Permit for a manufactured home at 826 Holly Road

The Rockport City Council approved second readings of ordinances raising water, wastewater, natural gas, and solid waste fees. They also approved a golf cart inspection ordinance with a $40 fee (amended from $50) and awarded a drainage contract to Mako Contracting LLC for the Rockport Country Club. Additionally, the Council approved conditional use permits for a quilt shop and a manufactured home, and amended an economic development agreement for Pearl Point housing.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Quilt Shop at 2922 FM 1781 (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for manufactured home at 826 Holly Road (unanimous)
• Approved amended Vegetation/Tree Regulations ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Golf Cart ordinance with $40 inspection fee (4-1 vote)
• Approved amended water, wastewater, natural gas, and solid waste rate ordinances (unanimous)
• Awarded drainage contract to Mako Contracting LLC for Rockport Country Club (4-0 vote, 1 abstain)
• Approved Amendment to Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement for Pearl Point (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approving an amended preliminary plat and two final plats for the Pearl Street Square subdivision at 1802 FM 2165, proposed by The Oaks, LLC. The project would create 37 single-family residential lots plus 2 R-7 lots, split into Phase I (22 lots) and Phase II (15 lots). Staff recommends approval of all three items. The commission will also set an alternate date for its September 2022 meeting.

• Amended preliminary plat for Pearl Street Square, 37 single-family lots and 2 R-7 lots at 1802 FM 2165
• Final plat for Phase I: 22 single-family lots and 2 R-7 lots
• Final plat for Phase II: 15 single-family lots
• Alternate date for September 2022 regular meeting
• Public comments accepted via online form until 4:00 p.m. meeting day

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and act on a revised preliminary plat and two final plats for the Pearl Street Square subdivision, a single-family dwelling development by The Oaks, LLC at 1802 FM 2165. The commission will also set an alternate date for its September 2022 meeting.

• Revised Preliminary Plat for Pearl Street Square (The Oaks, LLC) at 1802 FM 2165
• Final Plat for Pearl Street Square, Phase I (single-family subdivision)
• Final Plat for Pearl Street Square, Phase II (single-family subdivision)
• Alternate meeting date for September 2022

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first readings of ordinances to increase solid waste, water, wastewater, and natural gas rates for all customers. They will also review the proposed FY 2022-2023 budget and schedule a public hearing on the property tax rate. Other items include conditional use permits, code amendments, and routine consent agenda items.

• Public hearing on proposed increases to solid waste, water, wastewater, and natural gas rates
• First reading of ordinance for Conditional Use Permit for quilt shop at 2922 FM 1781
• First reading of ordinance for Conditional Use Permit for manufactured home at 826 Holly Road
• First reading of ordinances amending water, wastewater, natural gas, and solid waste rates
• Presentation of proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and vote to schedule tax rate hearing

City Council approved the first reading of ordinances to increase rates for water, wastewater, natural gas, and solid waste. The Council also accepted a proposed $64.7 million balanced budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 and scheduled a public hearing for the proposed property tax rate.

• Approved 3% water rate increase (first reading)
• Approved 3.25% wastewater rate increase (first reading)
• Approved 12.5% natural gas rate increase (first reading)
• Approved 3.83% solid waste rate increase (first reading)
• Approved first reading of Conditional Use Permit for Quilt Shop at 2922 FM 1781
• Approved first reading of Conditional Use Permit for manufactured home at 826 Holly Road
• Approved first reading of vegetation and tree regulation amendments
• Scheduled property tax rate public hearing for September 6, 2022 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed rate increases for solid waste, water, wastewater, and natural gas. The meeting also includes the presentation of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and discussions on various municipal code amendments.

• Public hearing on proposed rate increases for solid waste, water, wastewater, and natural gas
• Presentation of the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget
• First reading of ordinances for Conditional Use Permits at 2922 FM 1781 and 826 Holly Road
• First reading of ordinances amending vegetation, tree, traffic, and utility codes
• Vote to schedule a public hearing for the 2022 ad valorem property tax rate

City Council

The Rockport City Council holds a workshop to hear and deliberate on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda; it is a discussion-only session.

The City Council held a budget workshop to deliberate on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget and utility rates. No formal votes were taken on the budget figures, but the Council reached a consensus to cancel a subsequent workshop. A public hearing for utility rates is scheduled for August 9, 2022.

• Cancelled the August 4, 2022, City Council Budget Workshop (consensus)

City Council

The Rockport City Council is holding a budget workshop to hear and deliberate on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The agenda includes detailed fund summaries for the General Fund, utility funds, and capital improvement projects. This is a discussion and deliberation session, not a final adoption vote.

• General Fund proposed at $12,618,118, down 7.4% from current budget
• Property tax revenue proposed at $4,760,916, up 16%
• City Hall capital project proposed at $12,000,000
• Concho Street Stormwater Drainage project proposed at $2,500,000
• Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund proposed at $1,608,393, up 43.6%

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will deliberate and act on two conditional use permit requests at this meeting. One request is for a quilt shop at 2922 FM 1781, and the other is for a manufactured home at 826 Holly Road. Both properties are currently zoned R-1 for single-family dwellings.

• Conditional Use Permit for Quilt Shop at 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b)
• Conditional Use Permit for Manufactured Home at 826 Holly Road (S3925 McCombs Subdivision, Lot 6)
• Public notices published in The Rockport Pilot on July 9, 2022
• Staff recommends approval for both conditional use permits
• One letter in favor and one against received for the Holly Road request

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 1, 2022, to deliberate and act on two conditional use permit requests. The first is for a quilt shop at 2922 FM 1781, and the second is for a manufactured home at 826 Holly Road. Both properties are zoned R-1 (Single Family Dwelling District). The meeting will also welcome a new member.

• Conditional Use Permit for a quilt shop at 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b, 1.148 acres)
• Conditional Use Permit for a manufactured home at 826 Holly Road (S3925 McCombs Subdivision, Lot 6, 2.000 acres)
• Welcome new member Patricia Impens

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a permit for a quilt shop and a permit for a manufactured home. The manufactured home approval includes specific requirements regarding the removal of RVs from the property.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for a Quilt Shop at 2922 FM 1781
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for a manufactured home at 826 Holly Road with stipulation that RV use cease and all but one non-residential RV be removed within 90 days of second reading approval

Building and Standards Committee

The Building and Standards Commission will hold public hearings regarding recommendations to demolish buildings on several properties. The commission will then deliberate and act on these demolition orders following the hearings.

• Public hearing for demolition at 123 Turtle Bayou Road
• Public hearing for demolition at 401 East Laurel Street
• Public hearing for demolition at 513 North Church Street
• Public hearing for demolition at 1024 South Pearl Street
• Public hearing for demolition at 1131 Water Street

Building and Standards Committee

The Building and Standards Commission will hold public hearings regarding recommendations from the Code Official to order the demolition of buildings at multiple locations. Following the hearings, the Commission will deliberate and act on these demolition recommendations.

• Demolition order hearing: 123 Turtle Bayou Road
• Demolition order hearing: 401 East Laurel Street
• Demolition order hearing: 513 North Church Street
• Demolition order hearing: 1024 South Pearl Street
• Demolition order hearing: 1131 Water Street, 1222 Gagon Street, 3404 Highway 35 South, and 3502-3508 Hwy 35 South

The Building and Standards Commission approved recommendations from the Code Official to demolish buildings and clear debris at eight different locations. One property was withdrawn from the agenda, and no action was taken on it.

• Approved demolition and debris clearing at 123 Turtle Bayou Road (All in favor)
• Approved demolition and debris clearing at 401 East Laurel Street (All in favor)
• Approved demolition and debris clearing at 513 North Church Street (All in favor)
• Approved demolition and debris clearing at 1024 South Pearl Street (All in favor)
• Approved demolition and debris clearing at 1131 Water Street (All in favor)
• Approved demolition and debris clearing at 1222 Gagon Street (All in favor)
• Approved demolition and debris clearing at 3404 Highway 35 South (All in favor)
• Approved demolition and debris clearing at 3502-3508 Highway 35 S (All in favor)

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on July 26, 2022, to consider routine consent agenda items, two conditional use permits, and a range of hotel occupancy tax grant requests. The council will also discuss appointments, department reorganizations, and enter executive session for legal matters. The agenda includes several public hearings and a proclamation presentation.

• Conditional Use Permit for a quilt shop at 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b, 1.148 acres, zoned R-1)
• Conditional Use Permit for a manufactured home at 826 Holly Road (S3925 McCombs Subdivision, Lot 6, 2.00 acres, zoned R-1)
• Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund grant requests for FY 2022-2023 from multiple entities including Aransas County Council on Aging, Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce, and Texas Maritime Museum
• Resolution amending Certification & Education Pay policy (Resolution No. 2016-14)
• Addendum to Fuel Card Services Agreement with WEX Bank/Sourcewell for government fuel card program

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two conditional use permits, consider hotel occupancy tax grant requests for FY 2022-2023, and act on routine consent items. The agenda also includes an executive session on legal matters.

• Conditional use permit for quilt shop at 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b)
• Conditional use permit for manufactured home at 826 Holly Road (S3925 McCombs Subdivision, Lot 6)
• Hotel occupancy tax grant requests from 13 entities, including Chamber of Commerce, Texas Maritime Museum, and City of Rockport events
• Resolution amending Certification & Education Pay policy (Resolution No. 2016-14)
• Addendum to Fuel Card Services Agreement with WEX Bank/Sourcewell

City Council approved various grant allocations from the Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund for FY 2022-2023. The Council also approved a modified organization chart for Public Works and Building and Development. A proposed update to the Certification & Education Pay policy was postponed for reevaluation.

• Approved Hotel Occupancy Tax grants including $500,000 for Downtown Information Center & Restrooms and $369,000 for Chamber of Commerce Marketing (Unanimous)
• Approved modified organization chart and position changes for Public Works and Building and Development Departments (Unanimous)
• Postponed Certification & Education Pay policy amendment until August 9, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Mayor Tim Jayroe as Council representative on the Aransas County Alliance Local Government Corporation Board of Directors (Unanimous)
• Approved Fuel Card Services Agreement addendum with WEX Bank and Sourcewell (Unanimous)
• Approved Budget Workshop and Regular Meeting Minutes of July 12, 2022 (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Rockport Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a request from Frank Shumate to exceed the city’s maximum fence height of 6 feet by adding 4 feet to an existing privacy fence at 107 Oakmont Drive. The board will also act on minutes from its March 29, 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing on Frank Shumate’s 4-foot fence-height variance at 107 Oakmont Drive (R-1 district)
• Deliberate and vote on March 29, 2021 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a request from Frank Shumate for a variance to maximum fence height regulations at 107 Oakmont Drive. The board also approved the minutes from the March 29, 2021, regular meeting.

• Denied fence height variance for 107 Oakmont Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved March 29, 2021, regular meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Rockport Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on a request from Frank Shumate for a zoning variance to exceed the city’s maximum fence height at 107 Oakmont Drive. The board will also approve the March 29, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Frank Shumate’s variance request for 107 Oakmont Drive to exceed maximum fence height in R-1 district
• Vote on variance to City of Rockport Code of Ordinance Section 118-22.2.2
• Approval of March 29, 2021 regular meeting minutes

The Rockport Zoning Board of Adjustment unanimously denied a request for a variance to maximum fence height regulations for a property at 107 Oakmont Drive. The applicant, Frank Shumate, sought relief from R-1 Single Family Dwelling District rules due to privacy concerns regarding a neighbor's elevated deck. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the previous regular meeting held on March 29, 2021.

• Approved March 29, 2021 regular meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Denied fence height variance for 107 Oakmont Drive (Unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approval of a Conceptual Plan / Preliminary Plat for Heritage Park Estates, a proposed 106-lot single-family subdivision at 2701 FM 3036. The meeting also includes approval of the June 6, 2022 minutes. Staff recommends approval of the plat.

• Conceptual Plan / Preliminary Plat for 106-lot single-family subdivision Heritage Park Estates at 2701 FM 3036
• Includes 1 common area park and dedication of additional drainage easement
• Approval of June 6, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a conceptual plan and preliminary plat submitted by R & F Development LLC. The proposal involves developing a 106-lot single-family residential subdivision on 28.182 acres located at 2701 FM 3036.

• Conceptual Plan/Preliminary Plat for Heritage Park Estates (106 single-family lots)
• Development at 2701 FM 3036 (A76 Joseph Hollis Survey, 28.182 acres)
• Approval of June 6, 2022, meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a conceptual plan and preliminary plat for a new residential development. The project consists of a 106-lot single-family subdivision located at 2701 FM 3036.

• Approved June 6, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Conceptual Plan/Preliminary Plat for Heritage Park Estates 106-lot subdivision (unanimous)

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding pre-trial hearings on July 14, 2022, via Zoom. The docket lists numerous cases involving traffic offenses, disorderly conduct, truancy, and parental responsibility for non-attendance. This is a routine court session, not a policy-making meeting.

• Speeding 48/30 in construction zone (Schuler)
• Disregard red signal (Christolini)
• Possession of drug paraphernalia (Cochran)
• Parent contributing to non-attendance (multiple cases)
• Truant conduct (Mireles, Miller-Trammel)

City Council

The Rockport City Council is holding a budget workshop to hear and deliberate on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The agenda includes only this budget presentation and adjournment, with no other action items. The proposed budget covers all major funds, including General, Water/Wastewater, Natural Gas, Aquatic Center, Fleet Maintenance, Communications Center, Sanitation, Municipal Court, Utility Surcharge, and Juvenile Case Manager funds.

• General Fund proposed at $12,527,272, a decrease of 8.8% from FY 21-22 budget
• Property taxes proposed at $4,699,948, a 12.7% increase from FY 21-22 budget
• Water/Wastewater Fund proposed at $12,645,249, a 3.2% increase
• Natural Gas Fund proposed at $3,139,050, a 15.3% increase
• Sanitation Fund proposed at $2,719,000, a 9.7% increase

City Council

The Rockport City Council will consider routine consent items, including approving an interlocal law enforcement contract with Fulton, buying a John Deere loader, and authorizing the sale of the former City Hall property. They will also hold a final vote on a flood hazard ordinance update and discuss a proposed tree ordinance amendment. An executive session is scheduled for legal advice on pending litigation.

• Resolution to sell former City Hall site, Lot E/2, Block 2, Doughty and Mathis Outlots Outlot 3, 622 E. Market Street
• Interlocal Contract with Town of Fulton for law enforcement assistance
• Purchase of 304 John Deere Loader funded by 2022 Tax Note
• Second and final reading of ordinance amending Chapter 50 Division 4 'Flood Hazard Reduction' for Community Rating System compliance
• Discussion of proposed amendment to Chapter 106 Tree and Landscape Ordinance

The Rockport City Council approved the second and final reading of an ordinance amending flood hazard reduction rules to comply with Community Rating System requirements. The Council also approved the consent agenda, appointed and re-appointed members to various city boards and commissions, and heard a presentation on a proposed amendment to the Tree and Landscape Ordinance.

• Approved June 28, 2022 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 3rd quarter report from Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Approved 3rd quarter report from Rockport Center for the Arts (unanimous)
• Approved Interlocal Contract with Town of Fulton for Law Enforcement Assistance (unanimous)
• Approved Wastewater Department purchase of 304 John Deere Loader using 2022 Tax Note funds (unanimous)
• Approved Multi-Jurisdictional Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for disaster grant funding (unanimous)
• Approved placement of Fulton Mansion directional sign on Maple and Broadway streets (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution authorizing sale of former City Hall at 622 E. Market Street (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a budget workshop to hear and deliberate on the presentation of the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget. This meeting is for discussion and deliberation regarding the upcoming budget cycle.

• Presentation of proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget

The Rockport City Council held a budget workshop on July 12, 2022, to hear and deliberate on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. Interim City Manager Richard Morton presented a proposed tax rate of 0.378052, which is lower than the current rate of 0.392720 but above the No-New Revenue and Voter-Approval rates, and includes a 5% cost-of-living adjustment for employees. The proposal cuts three previously approved but unfilled positions and leaves the General Fund balanced at $12,527,272 by increasing the sales tax revenue estimate. Council also reached consensus to remove $8 million for a Sports Complex from the Capital Improvement Program and directed staff to provide costs for developing the area as green space. No final budget adoption or tax rate vote was recorded; further workshops were scheduled for August 2 and 3.

• Consensus to remove $8 million Sports Complex from Capital Improvement Program and have staff provide cost for green space development
• No vote taken on proposed FY2022-23 budget or tax rate of 0.378052; item was for deliberation only
• Motion to adjourn carried unanimously at 4:35 p.m.

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on July 12, 2022, to act on a consent agenda and regular agenda items. Key actions include final approval of a flood hazard reduction ordinance, authorizing the sale of the former City Hall property, and approving an interlocal law enforcement agreement with Fulton. The council will also discuss a proposed tree and landscape ordinance update and hold an executive session on legal matters.

• Second and final reading of ordinance amending Chapter 50 Division 4 'Flood Hazard Reduction' for Community Rating System compliance
• Resolution authorizing City Manager to prepare, post, and publish for sale the former City Hall at 622 E. Market Street
• Approval of Interlocal Contract between City of Rockport and Town of Fulton for Assistance in Law Enforcement
• Approval for Wastewater Department to purchase a 304 John Deere Loader with 2022 Tax Note funds
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 106 to update the Tree and Landscape Ordinance

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 28, 2022, with a joint public hearing with the Planning & Zoning Commission to consider rezoning 1.148 acres at 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b) from R-1 to B-1. The council will also act on the FY 2020-2021 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, a flood hazard reduction ordinance amendment, and several resolutions and proclamations. Executive session will address personnel matters, legal consultations, and real property discussions.

• Rezoning request for 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b) from R-1 to B-1
• Resolution authorizing Rockport Police Department to apply for Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Auxiliary Grant Program (MAG) FY 2022
• First Amendment to Lease and Improvement Agreement with Rockport Art Association
• First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 50 Division 4 'Flood Hazard Reduction' for Community Rating System compliance
• Resolution approving continuation of Aransas County Alliance Local Government Corporation

The Rockport City Council voted unanimously to appoint Vanessa Shrauner as the city's next City Manager, starting August 1, 2022. The Council also accepted the FY 2020-2021 financial report, approved flood hazard reduction ordinance amendments, and postponed action on the Aransas County Alliance Local Government Corporation resolution. A joint public hearing with the Planning & Zoning Commission was cancelled due to a lack of a quorum.

• Appointed Vanessa Shrauner as City Manager starting August 1, 2022 (5-0)
• Postponed resolution on Aransas County Alliance Local Government Corporation (5-0)
• Approved June 14, June 20, and June 21, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Authorized Police Dept. to apply for Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Lease and Improvement Agreement with Rockport Art Association (5-0)
• Accepted FY 2020-2021 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (5-0)
• Accepted Workforce Development Center presentation (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance amending Flood Hazard Reduction code (5-0)

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a joint public hearing with the Planning & Zoning Commission to consider rezoning 1.148 acres at 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b) from R-1 to B-1. The council will also vote on consent items including a police grant application, a lease amendment with the Rockport Art Association, and approval of prior meeting minutes. Regular agenda items include accepting the FY 2020-2021 financial report, a flood hazard ordinance amendment, and a resolution on the Aransas County Alliance. Executive session will address the City Manager position, pending litigation, and the Natural Gas System.

• Public hearing: Rezone 2922 FM 1781 (1.148 acres) from R-1 to B-1
• Resolution authorizing police grant application (MAG) for FY 2022
• First reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 50 'Flood Hazard Reduction' for Community Rating System compliance
• Acceptance of Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for FY 2020-2021
• Executive session: City Manager position, litigation, Natural Gas System

Municipal Court

This is the agenda for Rockport, TX Municipal Court on June 22, 2022, listing juvenile cases involving theft, disorderly conduct, drug paraphernalia, tobacco possession, and criminal trespass, all with Officer Munoz. The court also holds school hearings for truancy and parent contributing to non-attendance, with some defendants owing fees or missing community service. The agenda is a docket of individual cases rather than policy decisions.

• Theft under $100 case (202200682)
• Disorderly conduct-fighting cases (202200678, 202200681, 202200680, 202200679)
• Possession of tobacco by minor cases (202200683, 202200677, 202200228, 202200685)
• Truant conduct cases with fees owed ($50 each) and missing community service
• Parent contributing to non-attendance cases owing $176.00 and $101.00

City Council

The Rockport City Council is holding a special meeting that includes parliamentary procedure training and an executive session to discuss city manager candidates. The council may take action related to the executive session when it reconvenes in open session.

• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.074 to deliberate appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of public officer or employee: City Manager Candidates
• Parliamentary procedure training
• Meeting held at Rockport Service Center, 2751 State Highway 35 Bypass, Rockport, Texas

The Rockport City Council met in special session on June 21, 2022, and received parliamentary procedure training from Mary Lynne Stratta, City Secretary/Communications-Legislative Director for the City of Bryan. The council then convened in executive session under Texas Government Code Section 551.074 to deliberate city manager candidates, and after reconvening in open session, no action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 8:48 p.m.

• No action taken after executive session on city manager candidates
• Motion to take a ten-minute recess carried unanimously
• Motion to adjourn carried unanimously

City Council

The Rockport City Council is holding a special mobile closed session to tour the city with city manager candidates. The meeting is for deliberating personnel matters related to the appointment or employment of a city manager, per Texas law. No public decisions or votes are on the agenda; the open session is only for actions related to the closed session and adjournment.

• Mobile executive session to deliberate city manager candidates under Texas Government Code 551.074
• Meeting begins and ends at Rockport Service Center, 2751 State Highway 35 Bypass
• Open session to take any actions related to executive session items

The Rockport City Council met in a special mobile closed session on June 20, 2022, to deliberate city manager candidates under Texas Government Code Section 551.074 (personnel matters). The council convened in executive session at 7:31 a.m. and reconvened in open session at 6:30 p.m., where no action was taken. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No substantive decisions were made.

• No action taken after executive session on city manager candidates
• Adjourned (unanimous)

Municipal Court

This is the June 20, 2022 docket for Rockport Municipal Court, listing preliminary hearings at 9:00 AM and show-cause hearings at 9:30 AM. The agenda is purely procedural, containing defendant names, offenses, balances, and comments such as indigency status or requests for warrant removal. No new ordinances, contracts, or policy decisions are on the agenda.

• Preliminary hearings for 5 defendants including Julie Bukowsky, Juan Dehoyos, Ayslian Garcia, and James Little
• Show-cause hearings for 5 defendants including Jessica Gall, Joe Gallardo, Baron Garcia, and Joshua Gibney
• James Little faces 8 charges totaling $3,505.00 including no liability insurance, expired registration, and violation of promise to appear
• Julie Bukowsky marked as indigent on a $624.00 no-liability-insurance charge
• Ayslian Garcia requests approval for deferred disposition on a speeding charge (53 mph in 25 mph zone, $331.90)

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a Special Town Hall Meeting to welcome candidates for the City Manager position. No official city business will be transacted or voted upon during this meeting.

• Meet and greet with City Manager candidates

The City Council held a special town hall meeting for a meet and greet with City Manager candidates. No city business was transacted or voted upon during the event.

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court will conduct non-jury hearings on five cases involving alleged traffic and public-order offenses. Each case lists the defendant’s name, date of birth, offense, and the arresting officer as recorded in the court docket.

• Case 202101016: Reney Benivamonde, Criminal Mischief, Officer K. Caldwell
• Case 202001535: Reney Benivamonde, Disorderly Conduct-Language, Officer K. Caldwell
• Case 202001314: Senaida Trevino, No Liability Insurance, Officer J. Ruiz
• Case 202100227: Christine Fossati, Driving While License Invalid/Suspended, Officer G. Yarnall
• Case 202101146: Gene King, Ran Stop Sign/Light, Officer D. Rollins

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and final votes on conditional use permits for RV park expansions, a zoning code amendment separating RV and manufactured home park regulations, and other routine items. The council will also discuss health benefits, a park improvement, and hold executive sessions on personnel and legal matters.

• Conditional use permit for 14 additional RV spaces at 217 South Fulton Beach Road
• Conditional use permit for 78 additional RV spaces at 1222 Highway 35 South
• Ordinance amending Chapter 118 separating RV park and manufactured home park regulations
• Texas Municipal League Health Benefits Rerate Notice for active and Pre-65 retired employees
• Reallocating funding for basketball full court metal shade structure at Memorial Park

The City Council approved ordinances regulating RV parks and conditional use permits for two specific locations. Additionally, the Council selected three finalists for the City Manager position following an executive session and approved a health insurance rerate for city employees.

• Approved May 24, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Ratified Reytec Construction Resources, Inc. service agreement (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for 14 RV spaces at 217 S. Fulton Beach Rd (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for 78 RV spaces at 1222 Highway 35 South (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance separating RV and manufactured home park regulations (unanimous)
• Approved TML Health Benefits rerate Option 4 (unanimous)
• Tabled basketball court shade structure funding (unanimous)
• Named John Benson, Richard Beverlin III, and Le Ann Piatt as City Manager finalists (4-0)

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 14, 2022, with final votes on conditional use permits for RV park expansions at two locations and an ordinance separating RV park regulations from manufactured home park rules. The council will also consider a health benefits rate notice, reallocating funds for a basketball court shade structure, and hold an executive session on City Manager applications and legal matters.

• Second and final reading of ordinance granting Conditional Use Permit for 14 additional RV spaces at 217 South Fulton Beach Road
• Second and final reading of ordinance granting Conditional Use Permit for 78 additional RV spaces at 1222 Highway 35 South
• Second and final reading of ordinance amending Chapter 118 to separate RV park regulations from manufactured home park regulations
• Deliberate and act on Texas Municipal League Health Benefits Rerate Notice for active employees and Pre-65 retired employees
• Deliberate and act on reallocating funding for a basketball full court metal shade structure at Memorial Park

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is conducting pre-trial hearings via Zoom. The docket includes various municipal ordinance violations, traffic offenses, and truancy-related cases.

• Pre-trial hearings for municipal ordinance violations including junk removal and illegal burning
• Traffic offense hearings for failure to yield and defective equipment
• Multiple cases regarding parent contributing to non-attendance
• Truant conduct hearings for several individuals
• Hearings for disorderly conduct and possession of tobacco by a minor

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two plat-related items: a revised final plat for the Kokomo Phase II subdivision and a replat of several lots in the Andrews Subdivision. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. Public comments can be submitted electronically before the meeting.

• Revised Phase II Final Plat for Kokomo Subdivision, 62.86 acres at 2202 FM 3036, including a 2-foot no-access easement and a variance for rear building lines to 10 feet
• Replat of Lots 4, 5, 26, 27, 28 & 29, Block B, Andrews Subdivision, at 904, 912, 916 Hwy 35 S and 907 Young St
• Approval of May 16, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes from May 16, 2022, and act on two plats: a revised final plat for Kokomo Phase II and a replat of lots in the Andrews Subdivision. Public comments can be submitted electronically before the meeting.

• Revised Phase II Final Plat for Kokomo, 62.86 acres at 2202 FM 3036, submitted by Staudt Investment Properties, LLC
• Replat of Lots 4, 5, 26-29, Block B, Andrews Subdivision, at 904, 912, 916 Hwy 35 S and 907 Young St, submitted by Christopher and Karra Crowley
• Approval of regular meeting minutes from May 16, 2022

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 24, 2022, to discuss and act on several items, including first readings of ordinances for conditional use permits to expand two RV parks and to amend RV park regulations. The council will also hear about a backup communications center, hurricane preparedness, and consider purchasing equipment for the center. The meeting includes ceremonial items such as oath-taking for newly elected officials and recognition of outgoing ones.

• First reading of ordinance for conditional use permit for 14 additional RV spaces at 217 South Fulton Beach Road
• First reading of ordinance for conditional use permit for 78 additional RV spaces at 1222 Highway 35 South
• First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 118 to separate RV park regulations from manufactured home park regulations
• Approval to purchase equipment and implementation services for backup Communications Center from Motorola and Intrado 911
• Discussion on hurricane season preparedness

The City Council administered oaths of office to the new Mayor and Ward 2 and 4 representatives. Council approved first readings for two RV park conditional use permits and an ordinance separating RV park regulations from manufactured home park rules. A decision on a back-up communications center was postponed.

• Elected Council Member Hattman as Mayor Pro-Tem (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Conditional Use Permit for 14 additional RV spaces at 217 South Fulton Beach Road (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Conditional Use Permit for 78 additional RV spaces at 1222 Highway 35 South (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance amending Chapter 118 to separate RV park and manufactured home park regulations (unanimous)
• Postponed purchase of equipment for back-up Communications Center until after July Communications Board meeting (unanimous)
• Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Rockport Cultural Arts District 2nd quarter marketing expenditure report (unanimous)
• Approved one-year taxicab permit for Crystal Bowder dba Aransas Taxi (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 24, 2022, covering ceremonial items like election certificates and oaths for new officials, followed by consent and regular agenda items. Key actions include first readings of ordinances for two RV park expansions and a zoning code amendment, plus a vote on purchasing equipment for a backup communications center. The council will also hear reports on hurricane preparedness and hold an executive session on personnel and legal matters.

• First reading of ordinance for 14 additional RV spaces at 217 South Fulton Beach Road
• First reading of ordinance for 78 additional RV spaces at 1222 Highway 35 South
• Ordinance amending Chapter 118 to separate RV park regulations from manufactured home parks
• Purchase of equipment and services for backup Communications Center from Motorola and Intrado 911
• Approval of agreement with Children's Coalition of Aransas County

City Council

The Rockport City Council met to officially canvass the returns for the May 7, 2022 General Election. The Council adopted a resolution declaring the election results for the office of Mayor, in which Tim Jayroe received 1,130 votes and Andrew Kane received 832 votes.

• Adopted resolution canvassing May 7, 2022 General Election results (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:32 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockport City Council approved a conditional use permit for four new RV sites on Chaparral Street and authorized the donation of a surplus city boat to the Aransas County Emergency Corporation. The council also held joint public hearings regarding proposed RV park expansions, which were referred to the Planning & Zoning Commission for further consideration.

• Approved consent agenda (3-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for 4 RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street (5-0)
• Authorized donation of surplus city boat to Aransas County Emergency Corp (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning and Zoning Commission approved two items for Staudt Investment Properties, LLC at 2202 FM 3036. It approved a revised preliminary plat for 62.86 acres, and approved a final plat for Kokomo Subdivision Phase III on 9.509 acres, including a 10-foot rear setback variance on lots 28, 29, 46, and 47. Both motions carried with all members voting in favor. The meeting adjourned at about 5:41 p.m.

• Approved revised preliminary plat for 62.86 acres at 2202 FM 3036 (all in favor)
• Approved final plat for Kokomo Subdivision Phase III on 9.509 acres at 2202 FM 3036 (all in favor)
• Approved 10-foot rear setback variance on lots 28, 29, 46, and 47 (all in favor)

City Council

The Rockport City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a resolution to deny AEP Texas's proposed distribution rate increase, final approval of zoning changes for properties on West Market Street and Eighteenth Street, and a re-codified sex offender residence ordinance. They will also consider conditional use permits, street closures for events, and equipment purchases for the communications center.

• Resolution to deny AEP Texas distribution rate increase and authorize legal counsel
• Final reading: zoning change at 520 West Market Street from R-1 to B-1 for office/warehouse
• Final reading: zoning change at 1702 Eighteenth Street from R-1 to R-5 for six rentals
• First reading: conditional use permit for 4 RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street
• Purchase of shade structure and workout stations at Memorial Park Fitness Court

The Rockport City Council approved several zoning ordinances, a conditional use permit, and reallocated funds for park workout stations during its April 26, 2022 meeting. The council pulled an agenda item regarding a mayoral appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission after discussion, resulting in the item dying for lack of a motion. Additionally, the council voted to postpone purchasing equipment and implementation services for a backup communications center until a workshop can be held with partner entities.

• Approved minutes of April 12, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved 2nd quarter report from Rockport Center for the Arts for FY 2021-2022 marketing expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution approving assignment of interest in water supply agreement between City and Copano Cove Water Company (unanimous)
• Approved Assignment and Assumption Agreement between Rockport Harvey Housing, LLC, and Pearl Point Rockport, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution denying AEP Texas Inc.'s application to increase distribution rates and authorizing legal action/representation (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance granting Conditional Use Permit for four RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street (unanimous)
• Approved second and final reading of Ordinance amending sex offender residence and loitering restrictions (unanimous)
• Approved second and final reading of Ordinance changing zoning at 520 West Market Street from R-1 to B-1 (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting to decide on zoning amendments, a conditional use permit for an RV park, and several other local matters. The council will also consider proclamations, contracts, and resolutions, including one to deny a utility rate increase.

• Conditional Use Permit for 4 RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street (Chaparral South, Lot 1)
• Zoning change for 520 West Market Street from R-1 to B-1 for office/warehouse development
• Zoning change for 1702 Eighteenth Street from R-1 to R-5 for 6 single-family rentals
• Purchase of shade structure and workout stations for Memorial Park Fitness Court
• Resolution to deny AEP Texas Inc.’s distribution rate increase request

Swimming Pool Advisory

The Swimming Pool Operations Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss creating incentives to retain and attract lifeguards, select a new chairperson and vice-chairperson, and fill a committee vacancy left by a Friends of the Pool member's resignation. The meeting is open to public comment on non-agenda items.

• Discussion on incentives to retain and attract lifeguards
• Selection of new chairperson and vice-chairperson
• Filling committee vacancy from Friends of the Pool resignation
• Approval of March 28, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks Advisory Board

The Rockport Parks & Leisure Services Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on routine items: approving January meeting minutes, hearing an update on a board member's appointment to the Tree & Landscape Committee, and deliberating on past and future park events and all current and future park projects. The agenda is largely procedural and contains no specific proposals, dollar amounts, or action items beyond these general discussions.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of January 24, 2022
• Update on appointment of Parks Board Member to Tree & Landscape Committee
• Discussion of past and future planned park events
• Discussion of all current and future park projects

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a Conditional Use Permit to add four RV sites to an existing rental cabin property at 2328 Chaparral Street. The property is zoned B-1 (General Business District) and the owners, Joey and Sandra Jenkins, seek to expand their business. Staff recommends approval, and no public comments for or against were received.

• Conditional Use Permit for four RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street (1.01 acres, B-1 zoning)
• Public notice mailed to nine property owners within 200-foot radius; no letters received
• Staff recommends approval of the permit
• Joint public hearing held April 12, 2022; City Council readings scheduled April 26 and May 2, 2022

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 18, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. The only substantive item is a request for a Conditional Use Permit to add four RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street, a 1.01-acre lot zoned B-1 (General Business District). The commission will deliberate and act on this request, with public comments accepted via an online form.

• Conditional Use Permit for four RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street (Chaparral South, Lot 1, 1.01 acres, zoned B-1)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit to add four RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street, also known as Chaparral South, Lot 1 (1.01 acres), currently zoned B-1 General Business District. Vice Chairman Hassinger moved to approve and Secretary Hesley seconded; all voted in favor and the motion carried. Joey Jenkins spoke during the item. The meeting adjourned at approximately 5:41 p.m. with no other substantive business.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for four RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street (all in favor)

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 12, 2022, with a mix of routine consent items, public hearings, and first readings of ordinances. Key actions include a conditional use permit for RV sites, a food truck courtyard certificate, two zoning changes, a sex offender residence ordinance, and several resolutions related to FEMA hazard mitigation grants. The agenda also includes a funding request for temporary bathrooms and approval of a new vactor unit purchase.

• Conditional Use Permit for 4 RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street (B-1 zoning)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for Food Truck Courtyard at 1001 East Concho Street
• First reading: Sex offender residence/loitering ordinance re-codification (Chapter 66 to 13)
• Zoning change at 520 West Market Street from R-1 to B-1 for office/warehouse
• Zoning change at 1702 Eighteenth Street from R-1 to R-5 for six long-term rentals

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 12, 2022, to discuss and act on a range of items including consent agenda approvals, a public hearing for a conditional use permit, and first readings of ordinances on sex offender restrictions and zoning changes. The meeting also includes presentations and funding requests, with public participation available in person or via live stream.

• Conditional Use Permit for 4 RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street
• First reading: Sex Offender Residence and Loitering Restrictions re-codification
• First reading: Rezone 520 West Market Street from R-1 to B-1
• First reading: Rezone 1702 Eighteenth Street from R-1 to R-5
• Funding request for temporary bathrooms on Austin Street Corridor from Hotel Occupancy Tax funds

The Council approved a policy to attract private sector investment and diversify the tax base. Other key actions included approving a food truck courtyard and updating sex offender residence restrictions.

• Approved Economic Development Policy with a 30-day waiting period (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for food truck courtyard at 1001 East Concho Street (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance updating sex offender residence and loitering restrictions (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of zoning change at 520 West Market Street from R-1 to B-1 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of zoning change at 1702 Eighteenth Street from R-1 to R-5 (unanimous)
• Approved $5,217.50 from General Fund for temporary bathrooms on Austin Street Corridor (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2022 3634 PipeHunter Combo vactor unit (unanimous)
• Postponed Mayoral appointment to Planning & Zoning Commission (4-1)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will meet on April 4, 2022, to deliberate and act on two rezoning requests: one for a property at 520 West Market Street to allow office and warehouse development, and another for a property at 1702 18th Street to permit six single-family home rentals. The commission will also vote on approval of past meeting minutes and review Planning & Zoning Commission handbooks.

• Rezone 520 West Market Street to B-1 (General Business District) for office and warehouse space
• Rezone 1702 18th Street to R-5 (2nd Multi Family Dwelling District) for six long-term single-family rentals
• Approve meeting minutes from August 2, 2021, to March 7, 2022
• Review and discuss Planning & Zoning Commission handbooks

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two requests to rezone properties on West Market Street and 18th Street. The commission also approved the minutes from five previous meetings.

• Approved rezoning of 520 West Market Street to B-1 General Business District (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1702 18th Street to R-5 Multi Family Dwelling District (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes for Aug 2, Sept 20, Jan 17, Feb 7, and Mar 7 (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two rezoning requests: one to change 520 West Market Street from R-1 to B-1 for an office and warehouse, and another to change 1702 18th Street from R-1 to R-5 for six long-term rentals. The commission will also approve minutes from prior meetings and discuss member handbooks. Public comments were received on the first request.

• Rezone 520 West Market Street to B-1 (General Business) for office/warehouse; staff recommends approval; two letters against received
• Rezone 1702 18th Street to R-5 (2nd Multi Family) for six long-term single-family rentals; staff recommends approval
• Approve minutes from six prior meetings (Aug 2021–Mar 2022)
• Review and discuss Planning & Zoning Member handbooks

Swimming Pool Advisory

The Rockport Swimming Pool Operations Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on pool rental, admission, and concession rate increases, as well as approve the minutes from the January 24, 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes a public comment period and planning for the next agenda.

• Deliberate and act on pool rentals, admissions and concession rate increases
• Deliberate and act on January 24, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Citizens to be heard on non-agenda items

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a workshop and regular meeting. The main item is a workshop discussion on the proposed amended Comprehensive Plan, followed by a postponed second and final reading of the ordinance to adopt it. The council may vote to amend, approve, or deny the plan. Two public hearings are scheduled for rezoning requests.

• Workshop on proposed amended Comprehensive Plan 2022-2042
• Second and final reading of ordinance adopting amended Comprehensive Plan (postponed from Feb. 22)
• Public hearing: rezone 520 West Market Street to B-1 (General Business) for office/warehouse
• Public hearing: rezone 1702 Eighteenth Street (9.99 acres) to R-5 (Multi-Family) for 6-8 long-term rental houses
• Presentation: Whooping Crane Strut check for $1,300 to Friends of Aransas & Matagorda Island Wildlife Refuge

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a workshop and regular meeting to discuss and act on several items, including an amended Comprehensive Plan, two rezoning requests, and routine consent agenda items. The meeting includes public hearings for the rezoning proposals and a presentation from a wildlife refuge group.

• Rezone 520 West Market Street to B-1 (General Business) for office/warehouse
• Rezone 1702 Eighteenth Street (9.99 acres) to R-5 (Multi-Family) for 6-8 long-term rental houses
• Second and final reading of ordinance adopting amended Comprehensive Plan (postponed from Feb. 22)
• Approval of minutes from March 8, 2022 meetings
• Report on marketing expenditures for 2022 Bountiful Bowl Pottery Fair/Rockport Clay Expo

The City Council approved the second and final reading of an ordinance adopting an amended Comprehensive Plan, with amendments to strike Pages 63 and 64 and replace specific words in Chapter 9. An amended motion to strike all of Chapter 9 failed in a 2-3 vote. Additionally, the council approved the consent agenda, which included previous meeting minutes and a marketing expenditure report.

• Presented a $1,300 check to the Friends of Aransas & Matagorda Island Wildlife Refuge (3-0)
• Approved the Consent Agenda including meeting minutes and marketing expenditures (4-0)
• Conducted joint public hearings with the Planning & Zoning Commission regarding rezoning requests for 520 West Market St and 1702 Eighteenth St
• Failed an amended motion to strike Chapter 9 of the Comprehensive Plan (2-3)
• Approved the second and final reading of the ordinance adopting the amended Comprehensive Plan with modifications (4-1)

City Council

The Rockport City Council is meeting for a strategic planning workshop to discuss long-term priorities, including possible future debt issuances and their impact on the tax rate, the Capital Improvement Plan, the city manager search, city properties, and economic development incentives. No formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion and visioning session.

• Possible future debt issuances and impact on tax rate
• Capital Improvement Plan
• City Manager search
• City properties
• Economic Development Incentives

The Rockport City Council met March 8, 2022 for a strategic planning workshop. Council members discussed future debt capacity, a Capital Improvement Plan, the City Manager search, City properties, and economic development incentives. No motions, votes, or formal decisions are recorded in the minutes; the session was discussion-only and adjourned at 5:17 p.m.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; workshop discussion only
• Discussed possible future bond election amounts of $12M, $15M, $18.625M, and $25M
• Reviewed $4.2M in unspent bond proceeds and American Rescue Plan funds for projects
• Discussed Capital Improvement Plan totaling $18,658,000 for 2023-27
• Discussed City Manager search timeline targeting July, with about $6,000 for hybrid search services
• Discussed $18M natural gas system compliance costs and possible sale
• Discussed $500,000 downtown restroom/pocket park on Main Street
• No items suggested for future workshops

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting with presentations, consent agenda items, and public hearings. Key actions include final votes on a conditional use permit for an RV park and a zoning change, plus resolutions related to the May 7, 2022 election and a stormwater drainage easement.

• Final reading of ordinance for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street
• Final reading of zoning change at 1315 South Church Street to R-6 (Hotel Motel District)
• Resolution to cancel Ward 2 and Ward 4 elections due to unopposed candidates
• Resolution to acquire stormwater drainage easement from Aransas County Navigation District
• Presentation of GFOA Certificate of Achievement for FY 2019-2020 financial report

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and votes. Key items include final approval of a conditional use permit for an RV park on West Twelfth Street, a zoning change on South Church Street, and a resolution to cancel the May 7 elections for unopposed Ward 2 and Ward 4 candidates. The council will also consider a stormwater drainage easement acquisition and various consent agenda items.

• Final reading of ordinance for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street
• Final reading of zoning change from R-6/R-2 to R-6 at 1315 South Church Street
• Resolution to cancel May 7, 2022 Ward 2 and Ward 4 elections due to unopposed candidates
• Resolution to acquire stormwater drainage easement from Aransas County Navigation District
• Approval of license agreement for bronze sculpture at Austin and Wharf Streets

The Rockport City Council approved a second and final reading of an ordinance granting a Conditional Use Permit for an RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street, and approved a second and final reading rezoning 1315 South Church Street from R-6/R-2 to R-6 to allow individual beach-style houses. Both votes were 4-0, with Council Member Jackson abstaining on the RV park and Council Member Hattman abstaining on the rezoning after filing a conflict of interest affidavit. The council also approved the consent agenda unanimously, including the February 22, 2022 minutes, a Rockport Center for the Arts festival site request, a Texas Maritime Museum quarterly report, mayoral appointments to the Tree and Landscape Committee, a sculpture license agreement, and a resolution on the unopposed May 7, 2022 election. A resolution on a stormwater drainage easement from the Aransas County Navigation District was not addressed.

• Approved second & final reading of Conditional Use Permit for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street (4-0, Jackson abstained)
• Approved second & final reading rezoning 1315 South Church Street from R-6/R-2 to R-6 for beach-style houses (4-0, Hattman abstained)
• Approved consent agenda as presented, including February 22, 2022 minutes, Rockport Center for the Arts festival site use, Texas Maritime Museum quarterly report, Tree and Landscape Committee appointments, sculpture license agreement, and unopposed election resolution (unanimous)
• Resolution on stormwater drainage easement from Aransas County Navigation District not addressed
• Adjourned at 7:34 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two revised plats for the Kokomo Subdivision at 2202 FM 3036, submitted by Staudt Investment Properties, LLC. The revisions move Lots 54-56 from Phase II to Phase III in the preliminary plat and remove them from the Phase II final plat. The commission will also receive staff updates on the Comprehensive Plan and upcoming ordinance revisions for tree/landscape, RV, and short-term rental regulations.

• Revised Preliminary Plat for 62.86 acres at 2202 FM 3036 (Kokomo Subdivision)
• Revised Phase II Final Plat for 11.999 acres at 2202 FM 3036
• Staff recommends approval of both revised plats
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan update
• Upcoming ordinance revisions: Tree & Landscape, RV, Short Term Rental

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider revised preliminary and Phase II final plats for a property at 2202 FM 3036, submitted by Staudt Investment Properties, LLC. The commission will also receive staff updates on the Comprehensive Plan and upcoming ordinance revisions for tree/landscape, RV, and short-term rental regulations.

• Revised Preliminary Plat for 62.86 acres at 2202 FM 3036 (Staudt Investment Properties, LLC)
• Revised Phase II Final Plat for 11.999 acres at 2202 FM 3036 (Staudt Investment Properties, LLC)
• Staff report on Comprehensive Plan discussion
• Upcoming ordinance revisions: Tree & Landscape, RV, Short Term Rental

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a revised preliminary plat and a revised Phase II final plat for land owned by Staudt Investment Properties, LLC. Staff provided updates on the Comprehensive Plan and discussed upcoming ordinance revisions.

• Approved revised Preliminary Plat for 2202 FM 3036 (unanimous)
• Approved revised Phase II Final Plat for 2202 FM 3036 (unanimous)

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 22, 2022, to discuss and act on several items, including first readings of ordinances for a conditional use permit for an RV park and a zoning change, a second reading of the amended Comprehensive Plan, and approval of bond and tax note issuances. The council will also hear a presentation from Republic Services about possible additions to trash pickup and consider an interlocal agreement for municipal court prosecution. The agenda includes consent items and an executive session on the Concho Street Drainage Project.

• Ordinance authorizing $13,360,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2022
• Ordinance authorizing $8,120,000 Tax Notes, Series 2022
• First reading: Conditional Use Permit for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street
• First reading: Zoning change at 1315 South Church Street from R-6/R-2 to R-6
• Second reading: Amended Comprehensive Plan

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 22, 2022, to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include first readings for a conditional use permit for an RV park and a zoning change, a second reading of the amended Comprehensive Plan, and approval of bond issuances totaling over $21 million. The council will also hear a presentation from Republic Services about possible brush/bulk trash pickup additions.

• Ordinance authorizing $13,360,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2022
• Ordinance authorizing $8,120,000 Tax Notes, Series 2022
• Conditional use permit for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street
• Zoning change at 1315 South Church Street from R-6/R-2 to R-6
• Resolution authorizing police grant application for Operation Stonegarden

City Council authorized approximately $11.9M in refunding bonds and $7.6M in tax notes for infrastructure and city facilities. The council also approved a conditional use permit for an RV park and a zoning change for beach houses, while postponing a vote on the amended Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved $11,925,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $7,640,000 City of Rockport Tax Notes, Series 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Conditional Use Permit for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of zoning change to R-6 at 1315 South Church Street for beach houses (4-0)
• Postponed second reading of amended Comprehensive Plan until March 22, 2022 (3-2)
• Approved Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Aransas County for Municipal Court Prosecution (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including OPSG grant application and Investment Policy (unanimous)

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding hearings for multiple juvenile cases on February 18, 2022, including offenses such as daytime curfew, disorderly conduct, truancy, and possession of tobacco by a minor. The agenda lists individual cases with defendants' names, dates of birth, and offenses, with some cases scheduled for in-person appearances and others via Zoom. The court will also hear two cases of parents contributing to non-attendance of a child.

• Multiple daytime curfew violations (e.g., Galvan, Garrity, Jones, Fullmer, Snider, Ybarra)
• Possession of tobacco product by minor charges (e.g., Jones, Allgood, Fullmer, Hawkins, Gaines, Green, Duplechain, Fegley, Benivamonde)
• Disorderly conduct (language) charges for Garrity and Jones
• Truant conduct charges for Jones and Wright
• Parent contributing to non-attendance cases for Chavez and Boenig

Tree and Landscape Committee

The Rockport Tree and Landscape Committee will hold a workshop to discuss its duties and responsibilities, and to consider revisions to the Tree and Landscape Ordinance, including the permitting and inspection process. The meeting is open to the public, with remote participation available via Zoom.

• Discussion of Tree and Landscape Ordinance revisions, including permitting and inspections
• Review of committee duties and responsibilities
• Public comments accepted via citizen participation form

The Rockport Tree and Landscape Committee met in a workshop on February 15, 2022, at the Rockport Service Center. Members discussed the committee's duties and responsibilities and potential revisions to the Tree and Landscape Ordinance, including permitting and inspection processes. Staff and a consultant from Urban Dynamics spoke during the discussion. No decisions, votes, or recommendations were recorded; the workshop adjourned at approximately 5:00 p.m.

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding middle school hearings on February 15, 2022, via Zoom. The agenda lists six juvenile cases involving possession of tobacco products, assault-physical contact, and daytime curfew violations. Most cases are marked as new cases referred by Caldwell.

• Possession of tobacco product case for Airyanna Gonzales, DOB 5/13/2010
• Assault-physical contact new case for Ally Ybarra, DOB 6/23/2010
• Possession of tobacco product new case for Ally Ybarra
• Two daytime curfew violation new cases for Terren Eady, DOB 11/13/2007
• Possession of tobacco product new case for Journie Hernandez, DOB 7/9/2008

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court will hold non-jury hearings on February 8, 2022, via Zoom, for nine cases involving city ordinance violations and other offenses. Cases include failure to remove junk, parking in a handicap zone, public intoxication, disorderly conduct (noise), daytime curfew violation, minor in possession of tobacco, and two parent contributing to non-attendance cases. The agenda is a list of individual cases with no other business.

• Case 202100581: Patricia McDonnel, city ordinance violation - fail to remove junk
• Case 202100610: Melissa Allison, parked where prohibited (handicap)
• Case 202100725: Kristina Chetwood, public intoxication
• Case 202100607: Gretchen Evans, disorderly conduct - noise
• Case 202100841: Mason McCarthy, city ordinance violation - daytime curfew

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to order a General Election for May 7, 2022, and discuss various municipal contracts and resolutions. The meeting also includes a presentation on economic development incentives and a potential contract award for the new City Hall building.

• Resolution ordering a General Election for May 7, 2022, for Mayor and Ward 2 and 4 Council Members
• Contract award to Teal Construction Company for the new City Hall at 212 North Live Oak Street
• Request to close south side of Austin Street on March 5, 2022, for the 33rd Annual Whooping Crane Strut
• Request to close Main Street for a monthly Street Market starting March 2022
• Contract for Election Services with the Aransas County Elections Administrator

City Council

The Rockport City Council will consider awarding a construction contract for the new City Hall at 212 North Live Oak Street to Teal Construction Company, along with other routine items. They will also discuss economic development incentives and an investment policy, and hold an executive session on the Concho Street Drainage Project.

• Award bid to Teal Construction Company for new City Hall at 212 North Live Oak Street
• Resolution ordering May 7, 2022 General Election for Mayor, Ward 2, and Ward 4
• Contract for election services with Aransas County Elections Administrator
• Request to close Main Street monthly for a Street Market starting March 2022
• Approval of minutes and street closure for Whooping Crane Strut

The Rockport City Council voted 3-2 to amend the Plan of Finance by rescinding the Notice of Intention to issue up to $3,500,000 in Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation and to allow refunding bonds to be refinanced with a final maturity up to 18 years. The Council unanimously approved a consent agenda that included ordering a May 7, 2022 general election for Mayor and Wards 2 and 4, and unanimously awarded the City Hall construction bid to Teal Construction Company at a base bid of $16,380,000, with direction to reduce that amount by at least $900,000 through value engineering. The Council also unanimously approved closing Main Street from Austin Street to Water Street on the second Fridays through second Sundays of each month from March 2022 through August 31, 2022 for a Street Market. Council reached consensus to schedule a workshop in early March on economic development policies and incentives.

• Approved consent agenda including May 7, 2022 general election for Mayor and Wards 2 and 4 (unanimous)
• Amended Plan of Finance to rescind up to $3.5M certificates of obligation and extend refunding bond maturity up to 18 years (3-2)
• Awarded City Hall construction bid to Teal Construction Company at $16,380,000 base bid, with at least $900,000 in value engineering (unanimous)
• Approved closing Main Street from Austin Street to Water Street for a Street Market, second Fridays through second Sundays, March 2022 through August 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Consensus to schedule early March workshop on economic development policies and incentives
• Adjourned at 9:02 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to consider a conditional use permit for an RV park on West Twelfth Street, a rezoning request on South Church Street, and modifications to the city's Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and staff reports.

• Conditional Use Permit for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street (12.832 acres, zoned R-1)
• Rezone 2.526 acres at 1315 South Church Street to R-6 (Hotel Motel District) for beach-style houses
• Review of Comprehensive Plan modifications to remove 'Mix Use' and 'Co-Living' references
• Approval of minutes from October 25, 2021, and November 1, 2021

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for an RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street on a 4-1 vote, with Member Young opposed. It unanimously approved rezoning 1315 South Church Street to R-6 (Hotel Motel District) to allow individual beach-style houses. The commission also voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of the 2022-2042 Comprehensive Plan and Comprehensive Use Map as corrected. It accepted the October 25 and November 1, 2021 meeting minutes as presented.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street (4-1, Young opposed)
• Approved rezoning 1315 South Church Street to R-6 Hotel Motel District for beach-style houses (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve 2022-2042 Comprehensive Plan and Comprehensive Use Map as corrected (5-0)
• Accepted October 25 and November 1, 2021 regular meeting minutes as presented (all in favor)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will deliberate and act on a Conditional Use Permit for an RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street and a request to rezone 1315 South Church Street to R-6 for beach-style houses. They will also review modifications to the Comprehensive Plan and approve prior meeting minutes. Staff cannot recommend the RV park permit due to missing details, but recommends approval of the rezone.

• Conditional Use Permit for RV park at 1411 W 12th St (12.832 acres, zoned R-1)
• Rezone 1315 S Church St (2.526 acres) to R-6 Hotel Motel District for beach-style houses
• Review of Comprehensive Plan modifications to remove 'Mix Use' and 'Co-Living' mentions
• Approval of minutes from Oct 25 and Nov 1, 2021 meetings

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is conducting pretrial hearings via Zoom. The docket includes non-jury hearings for truancy, parent contributing to non-attendance, and traffic violations, as well as one jury trial.

• Jury trial for Joe Gonzales Lockert regarding theft under $100
• Non-jury hearings for truancy and parent contributing to non-attendance
• Non-jury hearings for traffic offenses including failure to maintain single lane and failure to control speed
• Non-jury hearing for public intoxication

Building and Standards Committee

The Building and Standards Commission will hold public hearings and deliberate on recommendations to order the demolition of buildings at several locations. The commission will also select a new Chair and review past meeting minutes.

• Demolition hearing: 106 East Cornwall Street
• Demolition hearing: 109 Saint Peter
• Demolition hearing: 520 East Linden Street
• Demolition hearing: 611 Young Street
• Demolition hearing: 1903 Bay Avenue

The Building & Standards Commission voted to order the demolition of buildings at six Rockport addresses, with all debris to be cleaned and cleared. Each demolition recommendation from the Code Enforcement Officer was approved by a roll call vote with all members present in favor. The commission also selected Warren Hassinger as chairman and accepted four sets of prior meeting minutes. No members of the public spoke during the public hearings.

• Warren Hassinger selected as Commission Chairman (all in favor)
• Accepted meeting minutes of July 13, 2020, August 31, 2020, July 26, 2021, and August 12, 2021 (all in favor)
• Approved demolition of all buildings and debris cleanup at 106 East Cornwall Street, owned by Alfredo S. Orosco and wife (all in favor)
• Approved demolition of all buildings and debris cleanup, including a Recreation Vehicle, at 109 Saint Peter, owned by Ngoc Minh Hoang and Thi-Thuc Nguyen (all in favor)
• Approved demolition of the mobile home only and debris cleanup at 520 East Linden Street, owned by Walter Johnson and wife (all in favor)
• Approved demolition of all buildings and debris cleanup at 611 Young Street, owned by Helen D. Nava (all in favor)
• Approved demolition of all buildings and debris cleanup at 1903 Bay Avenue, owned by S. Reese Rozzell and wife (all in favor)
• Approved demolition of all buildings and debris cleanup at 2316 Bronte Street, owned by Mickey Klein (all in favor)

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court will hold middle school hearings on January 27, 2022, via Zoom. The agenda lists multiple juvenile cases involving offenses such as public intoxication, possession of tobacco, criminal trespass, theft, assault, and disorderly conduct. These are new cases or status conferences (SC) for minors.

• Public intoxication case for Steven Robles (new case)
• Possession of tobacco product cases for Steven Robles, Airyanna Gonzales, and Novelei Ramirez
• Criminal trespass and theft under $100 cases for Joseph Mendez
• Assault-physical contact case for Ally Ybarra (new case)
• Multiple disorderly conduct-language cases for Jeremiah Alvarado

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding hearings on January 26, 2022, for truancy charges against minors and related charges against parents for contributing to non-attendance. The agenda lists multiple cases with specific times and a Zoom ID for remote participation.

• Truancy cases for 15 minors, including repeat filings (e.g., Longoria 4th filing, Del Rio 2nd filing)
• Parent contributing to non-attendance charges for 20 adults
• One parent (Mireles-Soto) noted as having 3 warrants
• Hearings scheduled at 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PM via Zoom

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding hearings on January 26, 2022, for numerous truancy charges against minors and related charges against parents for contributing to non-attendance. The agenda lists over 40 cases, each with a case number, name, date of birth, and offense. This is a routine docket of school truancy enforcement matters.

• Truancy charges against minors (e.g., TR220014, TR210190) and parent contributing charges (e.g., CRM220023, CRM210209)
• Hearings scheduled in time blocks from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM via Zoom (ID 4850545241)
• Multiple defendants with multiple cases (e.g., GORDON, JILLIAN; CHAVEZ, KARRIE; GARCIA, ELVIA)
• All offenses are truancy or parent contributing to non-attendance

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting with joint public hearings with the Planning & Zoning Commission to consider a conditional use permit for an RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street and a rezoning request at 1315 South Church Street. The council will also act on consent agenda items, including reports from local organizations and a street closure request for the Oysterfest parade. An executive session is scheduled to discuss legal matters related to the Concho Street Drainage Project and the ACISD CNG Facility Agreement.

• Conditional Use Permit for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street (12.832 acres, currently zoned R-1)
• Rezoning of 1315 South Church Street (2.526 acres) to R-6 (Hotel Motel District) for beach-style houses
• Request to close sections of Traylor Boulevard and South Fulton Beach Road for Oysterfest parade on March 5, 2022
• Approval of 1st quarter marketing expenditure reports from Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce and Rockport Center for the Arts
• Executive session on Concho Street Drainage Project and ACISD CNG Facility Agreement

The Rockport City Council approved its consent agenda unanimously, covering the January 11, 2022 minutes, quarterly marketing reports from the Chamber of Commerce and Center for the Arts, a temporary street closure for the Fulton Oysterfest parade on March 5, 2022, and a mayoral appointment to the Building and Standards Commission. Two joint public hearings were held with the Planning & Zoning Commission — a Conditional Use Permit for an RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street and a rezoning to R-6 at 1315 South Church Street — but no decisions were made; both were referred to the Planning & Zoning Commission on January 31, 2022. The council also heard a quarterly report from the Aransas County Partnership Economic Development Corporation and convened in executive session on the Concho Street Drainage Project and the ACISD CNG Facility Agreement, taking no action afterward before adjourning.

• Approved consent agenda, including January 11, 2022 minutes, Chamber and Center for the Arts quarterly reports, Oysterfest street closure, and a Building and Standards Commission appointment (unanimous)
• Held joint public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street; referred to Planning & Zoning Commission on January 31, 2022
• Held joint public hearing on rezoning 1315 South Church Street to R-6; referred to Planning & Zoning Commission on January 31, 2022
• Convened executive session on Concho Street Drainage Project and ACISD CNG Facility Agreement; no action taken on return to open session
• Adjourned (unanimous)

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding hearings on January 25, 2022, for high school students charged with truancy and possession of tobacco products, as well as parents charged with contributing to non-attendance. The agenda lists individual cases with scheduled times via Zoom.

• Truancy charges against multiple students, including Carmen Wright, Carlson Williams, and Lizza Hinojosa
• Possession of tobacco product by minor charges against Joe Arismendez IV and Natalie Munoz
• Parent contributing to non-attendance charges against multiple parents, including Ayola Hinojosa and Cynthia Torres
• Hearings scheduled from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM via Zoom

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for an RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street and a rezoning request at 1315 South Church Street to allow beach-style houses. The council will also hear reports, approve routine consent items, and discuss legal matters in executive session.

• Conditional use permit for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street (12.832 acres, currently zoned R-1)
• Rezoning of 1315 South Church Street (2.526 acres) to R-6 Hotel Motel District
• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2022 meeting
• Temporary closure of Traylor Boulevard and South Fulton Beach Road for Oysterfest parade on March 5, 2022
• Executive session on Concho Street Drainage Project and ACISD CNG Facility Agreement

Swimming Pool Advisory

The Swimming Pool Operations Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including pool rental, admission, and concession rate increases, and renaming the Community Aquatic & Skate Park. They will also hear budget reports for the 2020-2021 fourth quarter and 2021-2022 first quarter, and an operations report from the Aquatics Manager. Public comments will be taken on non-agenda items.

• Deliberate and act on pool rentals, admissions, and concession rate increases
• Deliberate and act on re-naming the Community Aquatic & Skate Park
• Hear and deliberate on 2020-2021 Fiscal Year Fourth Quarter Budget Report
• Hear and deliberate on 2021-2022 Fiscal Year First Quarter Budget Report
• Hear and deliberate on Aquatics Manager Operations Report

The Swimming Pool Operations Advisory Committee met on January 24, 2022, and approved the July 26, 2021 minutes, then voted to rename the current Community Aquatic & Skate Park to Rockport-Fulton Community Pool. A proposed 15% rental rate increase was rescinded, and a motion to table rate discussions for a special meeting passed. The committee also heard budget, operations, and staffing reports, and set a special meeting in March 2022 to discuss rate increases.

• Approved July 26, 2021 regular meeting minutes as written (unanimous)
• Motion to raise pool rental rate to $225.00 immediately was rescinded by Chairperson Villa
• Tabled discussion on pool rental, admission, and concession rate increases to a special meeting (motion passed)
• Approved renaming Community Aquatic & Skate Park to Rockport-Fulton Community Pool (motion carried)
• Set special meeting in March 2022 to discuss and act on rate increase

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two subdivision plats: a replat of 25.733 acres (Mobile Estates Unit 1) into 5 tracts, and a conceptual plan/preliminary plat for a 63-lot gated single-family subdivision on 14.10 acres in Gibbs Addition. Staff recommends approval of both. The meeting is held in person and via Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions.

• Replat of 25.733 acres (Mobile Estates Unit 1) into 5 large tracts, no development planned
• Conceptual plan for 63-lot gated single-family subdivision by Fulton Shores LLC on 14.10 acres
• Public comments accepted via online form until 4:00 p.m. on meeting day
• Meeting held at Rockport Service Center, 2751 State Highway 35 Bypass, with Zoom option

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to deliberate and act on two land development items: a proposed re-platting and re-subdivision of 25.733 acres in the Burton & Danforth Subdivision (including Mobile Estates Unit 1), and a Conceptual Plan/Preliminary Plat for 14.10 acres in the Gibbs Addition submitted by Gary Sweetman of Fulton Shores, LLC. The meeting will be held in person with remote participation via Zoom. Public comments can be submitted electronically.

• Re-platting of 25.733 acres, Lots 1-3, Block 230, Burton & Danforth Subdivision, including Mobile Estates Unit 1
• Preliminary plat for 14.10 acres in Gibbs Addition, submitted by Gary Sweetman of Fulton Shores, LLC
• Meeting held at Rockport Service Center, 2751 State Highway 35 Bypass, with Zoom option
• Public participation via online form or written comments by 4:00 p.m. on meeting day

The commission unanimously approved a re-platting of 25.733 acres in the Burton & Danforth Subdivision. It also unanimously approved a Conceptual Plan/Preliminary Plat for a 14.10-acre project by Fulton Shores, LLC, despite receiving several letters of opposition.

• Approved re-platting and re-subdivision of 25.733 acres in Burton & Danforth Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved Conceptual Plan/Preliminary Plat for Fulton Shores, LLC for 14.10 acres (Unanimous)

Parks Advisory Board

The Rockport Parks & Leisure Services Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including approving minutes from July 2021 and deliberating on upcoming events such as Tropical Christmas 2021, the 33rd Annual Whooping Crane Strut, and Easter in the Park. The board will also consider other park events and projects, and items for the next agenda. Public comments will be taken on non-agenda items, but no action can be taken on them.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of July 26, 2021
• Deliberation on Tropical Christmas 2021
• Deliberation on the 33rd Annual Whooping Crane Strut
• Deliberation on Easter in the Park event
• Discussion of other upcoming park events and projects

City Council

The Rockport City Council is holding a workshop to discuss a plan of finance approved on January 10, 2022, to issue General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Tax Notes, and Certificates of Obligation. The plan would refund existing debt and fund about $11.6 million in capital projects, including City Hall construction, vehicles, and drainage. No action is expected; the council will direct staff on next steps.

• $16.665M GO Refunding Bonds to refund 2012 bonds and 2020 Tax Notes
• $8.1M Tax Notes for City Hall, equipment, and other projects
• $3.5M Certificates of Obligation for street and drainage projects
• Projects include $4.4M City Hall construction, $1.9M vehicles (7 police cars), $3.5M drainage/streets
• No tax rate increase expected; I&S rate stays at $0.1842

City Council

The Rockport City Council is holding a workshop to discuss a plan of finance approved January 10, 2022, which involves issuing General Obligation Refunding Bonds to refund part of the city's outstanding debt, and possibly issuing tax notes and certificates of obligation for public improvements. The meeting includes public comment periods and is held in person and via Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions.

• Discussion of General Obligation Refunding Bonds to refund outstanding indebtedness
• Possible issuance of tax notes and certificates of obligation for public improvements
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Meeting held at Rockport Service Center, 2751 State Highway 35 Bypass, with Zoom option

The City Council held a workshop to discuss a proposed plan of finance involving General Obligation Refunding Bonds, tax notes, and potential certificates of obligation. Staff reported the discovery of $4.4 million in unspent bond proceeds from previous years, which may reduce the need for new debt issuance. No formal votes were taken as the session was a workshop for discussion and information gathering.

• Adjourned the workshop meeting at 8:06 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning and Zoning Commission will deliberate and act on a proposed final plat to replat 25.733 acres of land, which includes Mobile Estates Unit 1 located at 121 Lamar. Property owner Ryan Ayers submitted the request to divide the property into 5 large tracts with no current development or public infrastructure planned.

• Deliberate and act on replatting 25.733 acres out of Lots 1, 2, 3, Block 230, Burton & Danforth Subdivision, and all of Mobile Estates Unit 1 into 5 large tracts.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Rockport Planning and Zoning Commission will deliberate on a proposed 25.733-acre re-plat and re-subdivision in the Burton & Danforth Subdivision, a preliminary plat for Fulton Shores, LLC, and modifications to remove "Mix Use" and "Co-Living" mentions from the City of Rockport Comprehensive Plan. The meeting will take place on January 17, 2022, with both in-person and remote participation options available.

• Deliberate and act on re-platting and re-subdivision of 25.733 acres in Burton & Danforth Subdivision and Mobile Estates Unit 1
• Deliberate and act on a Conceptual Plan/Preliminary Plat for 14.10 acres submitted by Gary Sweetman of Fulton Shores, LLC in Gibbs Addition
• Deliberate and act on modifications to remove "Mix Use" and "Co-Living" from the City of Rockport Comprehensive Plan

The Rockport Planning and Zoning Commission met on January 17, 2022, but was unable to conduct business because of technical difficulties with the ZOOM platform. The meeting was closed at 5:45 p.m. and no action was taken on any agenda item, including the October 25 and November 1, 2021 minutes, a proposed re-platting of 25.733 acres in the Burton & Danforth Subdivision, a conceptual plan/preliminary plat for 14.10 acres in the Gibbs Addition, and comprehensive plan modifications. The meeting was rescheduled for January 24, 2022.

• No action taken on October 25 and November 1, 2021 meeting minutes; meeting closed at 5:45 p.m. due to technical difficulties
• No action taken on proposed re-platting and re-subdivision of 25.733 acres in Burton & Danforth Subdivision
• No action taken on conceptual plan/preliminary plat for 14.10 acres in Gibbs Addition submitted by Gary Sweetman of Fulton Shores, LLC
• No action taken on comprehensive plan modifications regarding 'Mix Use' and 'Co-Living'
• No staff reports given
• Meeting rescheduled for January 24, 2022

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on the second and final reading of ordinances adopting a new voting ward map based on the 2020 Census and creating an occupation tax for coin-operated machines. The council will also consider resolutions regarding refunding bonds, capital improvement reimbursements, and certificates of obligation for street and drainage improvements, alongside executive sessions on the Concho Street Drainage Project and City Secretary evaluation.

• Second and final reading of an ordinance adopting a new voting ward reapportionment map based on the 2020 Census
• Second and final reading of an ordinance creating Article III of Chapter 14 for coin-operated machines and establishing an occupation tax
• Resolution approving a plan of finance to issue General Obligation Refunding Bonds
• Resolution expressing official intent to reimburse costs for capital improvements
• Resolution authorizing notice of intention to issue Certificates of Obligation for street and drainage improvements

City Council

The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting with several significant items: final adoption of a new voting ward map based on the 2020 Census, an ordinance creating an occupation tax for coin-operated machines, and resolutions related to refunding bonds and financing street and drainage improvements. The council will also hold executive sessions on a drainage project and a personnel evaluation.

• Second and final reading of ordinance adopting new voting ward reapportionment map and revising Council Member ward boundaries
• Second and final reading of ordinance amending Chapter 14 to create Article III on coin-operated machines and establish an occupation tax
• Resolution approving plan of finance to issue General Obligation Refunding Bonds
• Resolution expressing intent to reimburse costs for capital improvements
• Resolution authorizing notice of intention to issue Certificates of Obligation for street and drainage improvements

City Council adopted a new voting ward reapportionment map based on the 2020 Census and approved a plan of finance for various public improvements. The council also established an occupation tax for coin-operated machines and issued a notice of intent for street and drainage funding.

• Approved new voting ward reapportionment map (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance creating occupation tax for coin-operated machines (unanimous)
• Approved plan of finance for General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Tax Notes, and Certificates of Obligation (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to reimburse costs for capital improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Notice of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation for street and drainage improvements (unanimous)
• Approved December 14 and December 30, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Municipal Court

The Rockport Municipal Court is holding high school hearings on January 10, 2022, via Zoom. The agenda lists cases involving truant conduct, disorderly conduct (fighting), possession of tobacco, and a parent contributing to non-attendance. All cases are scheduled for in-person or review proceedings.

• Truant conduct cases for Dakota Fortin, Luis Aguilar, Dustin Benavidez, and Damien Nelson
• Disorderly conduct (fighting) cases for Shelby Gunn and Masie Haley, officer Munoz
• Possession of tobacco product case for Dezire Fullmer, officer Munoz
• Parent contributing to non-attendance case for Donald Nelson

Municipal Court

The Municipal Court is conducting pretrial hearings via Zoom for various misdemeanor offenses. The docket includes cases involving truancy, disorderly conduct, and traffic violations.

• Pretrial hearings for offenses including DUI-Minor, Criminal Trespass, and Criminal Mischief
• Hearings for Parent Contributing to Non Attendance cases
• Hearings for traffic violations including Disregard Red Signal and Parked in Handicap Space
• Hearings for Disorderly Conduct-Language and Assault