Port Arthur International Seafarer's public meetings in 2025
16 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Port Arthur International Seafarer’s Port Commission will hold its regular December 17 meeting to act on routine financial and operational items. The body will also discuss several capital projects, including the Berth 5 Backland Improvement Project and the Port Railyard Flyover Project, and consider approval of a health insurance reimbursement program for commissioners.
- Approve $158,403.96 change order for Berth 5 Backland Improvement Project (Ramtex Industrial, LLC)
- Authorize partial release of retainage for Berth 5 Backland Improvement Project
- Accept Certificate of Substantial Completion for Berth 5 Backland Improvement Project (Collins Engineers)
- Accept Guaranteed Maximum Price and issue Notice to Proceed for Port Railyard Flyover Project Phase 2
- Approve $158,403.96 change order for Truck Queuing & Staging Project (Rider 37 project #2)
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists items for consideration, but contains no records of votes, approvals, or decisions made by the board.
Regular Meeting
The board will consider the results of a bond election and approve several engineering agreements for transit and laydown yard projects. The meeting also includes discussions on the flyover project and the 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
- Change Order #1 for $153,841.50 to Matthews Brothers for increased dredging quantities
- Approval of an Order Canvassing the Returns and Declaring the Results of a Bond Election
- Engineering agreements for Lakeshore Drive Transit Shed and Rail Extension Project and the 21.9-Acre Multi-Modal Laydown Yard Project
- Roadway easement and overhead bridge agreements with Canadian Pacific - Kansas City Railroad for the flyover project
- Utility relocation agreement with Entergy for the flyover project
The provided document is an agenda for the regular meeting on November 17, 2025, but it does not contain the recorded outcomes, votes, or minutes of the proceedings. No actions were confirmed as decided.
Regular Meeting
The Port Arthur International Seafarer’s Board will meet to approve routine minutes, investments, and invoices, plus three change orders totaling $33,504.44 for port projects. Commissioners will also vote on federal grants including a FY 2022 RAISE Grant from MARAD and a Texas Mobility Fund Grant for public transportation. Public comments are limited to items on the posted notice.
- Approve Change Order #2 for $7,222.40 for Berth 5 Backlands project (Ramtex Industrial)
- Approve Change Order No. 1 for $25,000 for Construction Quality Control Services (Atlas Technical Consultants)
- Approve Change Order No. 1 for $1,282.04 for Data Center Generator Project (Newton Electrical Services)
- Consider approval of FY 2022 RAISE Grant agreement with U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration (MARAD)
- Consider approval of Advanced Funding Agreement for Texas Mobility Fund Grant (TxDOT SCP 89) for public transportation project
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes of action. It lists items for consideration, including grant agreements and change orders, but does not record any votes or final decisions.
Regular Meeting
The Port Arthur International Seafarer's board will decide property tax rates for 2025 and award multiple infrastructure contracts, including a $22,884.40 change order for crane repairs and a Transit Shed 1 replacement project. Public hearings on tax increases and contract awards are scheduled.
- Receive and open bids for Transit Shed 1 Replacement Project (MARAD grant)
- Conduct Public Hearing on Tax Increase
- Consider approval of 2025 property tax rates
- Approve Change Order #1 for $22,884.40 (Big Arthur Crane repair project)
- Consider award of contract for Transit Shed 1 Replacement Project (MARAD grant)
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists items for consideration, including tax rates and project bids, but does not record any votes or final decisions.
Special Meeting
The board will review bids and contract awards for the 2025 Multi-Cycle Mechanical Maintenance Dredging of Berths 1-6 Project. Members will also discuss a TXDOT Seaport Connectivity Project grant and a potential real property purchase in the Navigation District.
- Bids for 2025 Multi-Cycle Mechanical Maintenance Dredging of Berths 1-6 Project
- Contract award for 2025 Multi-Cycle Mechanical Maintenance Dredging of Berths 1-6 Project
- TXDOT Seaport Connectivity Project (SCP) Texas Mobility Fund Grant acceptance
- Request for Qualifications for professional engineering services for the Seaport Connectivity Project
- Executive session regarding potential purchase of real property in Navigation District
The provided document is an agenda for a special meeting rather than minutes of actions taken. No votes, approvals, or final decisions are recorded in the text.
Regular Meeting
The Port Commissioners will discuss the proposed property tax rates and exemptions for the 2025 tax year. The body will also receive bids for a property renovation project and consider several administrative agreements and grants.
- Bids for the 246 Rev. Dr. Ransom Howard Property Renovation Project
- Proposed property tax rates and exemptions for the 2025 tax year
- Supplemental Work Authorization for Collins Engineers on the Berth 5 Backlands project
- Agreement with Kroll for administration of the Port of Port Arthur Foreign Trade Zone
- Texas Emissions Reduction Program (TERP) grant application for SSA
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists items for consideration, such as property tax rates and project bids, but does not record any votes or final decisions.
Special Meeting
The Port of Port Arthur Navigation District is meeting to discuss a bond election for port improvements and related election services. The body will also consider a services agreement for forensic services.
- Proposed bond election on November 4, 2025, for $92,000,000 in bonds for port improvements
- Approval of Master Services Agreement for forensic services (Rimkus)
- Joint Election Agreement and Election Services Contract with Jefferson County for the November 4, 2025 election
The provided document is an agenda for a special meeting; it does not record any votes, decisions, or outcomes. No substantive actions were documented as decided.
Regular Meeting
The Port of Port Arthur Navigation District will consider calling a bond election for $92 million on November 4, 2025. The body will also discuss tax abatements, infrastructure project change orders, and property demolition.
- Proposed $92,000,000 bond election for port improvements on November 4, 2025
- Tax Abatement Agreement for Crescent Bayou, LLC Project
- Notice to Bidders for demolition at 1349 Austin Avenue, 1512 W. 5th Street, 1051 Houston Avenue, 221 Thomas Blvd., and 338 9th Street
- Change Order No. 1 for Berth 5 Backland Laydown Yard and Stabilization Project (Ramtex Industrial, LLC)
- Change Order #4 for Port Truck Queuing and Staging Area Project (Allco)
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists items for consideration, including a $92 million bond election and various port projects, but does not record any votes or final decisions.
Special Meeting
The board will discuss port infrastructure projects and funding, including a possible General Obligation Bond Election. They will also consider the annual budget for the fiscal year ending July 31, 2026, and a Working Capital / Reserve Policy.
- Approval of Annual Budget for fiscal year ending July 31, 2026
- Discussion of potential General Obligation Bond Election for infrastructure projects
- Approval of a Working Capital / Reserve Policy
- Executive Session regarding potential purchases of real property in the Navigation District
The provided document is an agenda or a procedural outline for a special meeting. It contains no record of votes, approved motions, or final decisions.
Regular Meeting
The board will review the annual budget and consider several infrastructure contracts, including crane repairs and transit shed replacements. The meeting includes discussions on economic development for liquids terminals and hydrogen production facilities.
- Consider approval of Annual Budget for fiscal year ending July 31, 2026
- Receive and open bids for Transit Shed 1 Replacement
- Consider award of contract for Big Arthur Crane Repairs (2025) Project
- Consider approval of Tax Abatement Agreement for Crescent Bayou, LLC project
- Consider approval of Letter of Intent for a proposed liquids terminal facility
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes of action. It lists items for consideration, including budget approval and contract awards, but does not record any votes or final decisions.
Special Meeting
The board will discuss the 2025 tax abatement policy and related agreement terms. The meeting includes an executive session to cover personnel, real property, security, and litigation matters.
- Discussion of Tax Abatement Policy - 2025
- Potential purchases and leases of real property in Navigation District
- Economic development negotiations regarding liquids terminal facilities and business sales
- Adoption of 2025 Rules of Procedure, Conduct & Decorum
- Approval of a settlement agreement for lawsuit POPA adv. Stephen Corner
The provided document is an agenda for a special meeting. It does not record any substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes.
Regular Meeting
The Port Arthur International Seafarer’s board will swear in newly elected commissioners, adopt the May 3 election results, and open sealed bids for the Transit Shed 1 Replacement project funded by a 2020 MARAD Port Infrastructure Development Program Grant. Members will also review routine items such as minutes approval, investments, insurance renewals, and multiple port infrastructure project updates.
- Swear in elected commissioners from the May 3, 2025 Port Commissioners Election
- Open bids for Transit Shed 1 Replacement (2020 MARAD Port Infrastructure Development Program Grant)
- Approve supplemental employee benefit program (AFLAC)
- Approve audit engagement letter for FY2025 (Brammer, Begnaud & Lattimore, CPAs)
- Approve cyber insurance policy (Arthur J Gallagher Risk Management Services)
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes of action. It lists items for consideration, including election results and insurance approvals, but does not record any votes or final decisions.
Regular Meeting
The board will discuss the status of multiple grant-funded infrastructure projects and consider several contract approvals. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss real property, economic development, and litigation.
- One-year contract extension for Waste Disposal Services (Neches Management Services)
- Master Service Agreement with Matthews Brothers Dredging, LLC
- Architectural and engineering proposal for building renovation at 246 Rev. Dr. Ransom Howard Street (Sigma Engineers)
- Final payment agreement for Berth 6 Expansion Project (Orion Construction, LLC)
- Potential purchase of real property and improvements in Navigation District
The provided document contains the agenda for the regular meeting but does not record any votes, approvals, or final decisions. The record is procedural and does not list the outcomes of the items considered.
Regular Meeting
The board will review bids and award contracts for several infrastructure and maintenance projects. They will also discuss a joint election agreement with the City of Port Arthur for the May 3, 2025, election of two commissioners.
- Bids for Economic Development Administration Berth 5 Backland Laydown Yard and Stabilization Project
- Contract award for Lawn Maintenance Services- Vacant Properties Project
- Contract award for Big Arthur Crane Repairs (2025) Project
- Proposal for Pre-Dredge Sediment Testing Services from Burns & McDonnell
- Master Services Agreement with Atlas Technical Consultants, LLC
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists items for consideration and discussion, but does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will discuss various port infrastructure projects and consider approvals for insurance proposals, investment policies, and an election order for two commissioner seats.
- Election Order for May 3, 2025 election of two Commissioners
- Proposals for Dental, Vision and Health Insurance effective March 1, 2025
- Request for Proposals for Port Master Development Plan
- Notice to Bidders for demolition services for properties on 10th, 14th, 7th, and 12th Streets
- Service Agreement with Kansas City Railway Company for preliminary engineering services
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists items for consideration and discussion, but contains no records of votes, approvals, or final decisions.
Regular Meeting
The board will discuss various infrastructure project statuses and consider approvals for insurance renewals, security services, and line handling contracts. The meeting includes a review of emergency repairs for Warehouse No. 5 following a wind event.
- Emergency repairs bid for Warehouse No. 5 tensioned fabric structure (RUBB, Inc.)
- Master Services Agreement for security systems (Security Quality Solutions & Integrations, Inc.)
- Line Handling Services contract negotiation (RFP 2024-05)
- Worker's Compensation Insurance renewal for Jan 13, 2025 to Jan 13, 2026
- Notice of Termination of contract for financial advisory services (U. S. Capital Advisors LLC)
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists items for consideration and discussion, but does not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes.