La Marque public meetings in 2023

Economic Development - Revitalization

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will hold a revitalization meeting to discuss and possibly act on the purchase of a memorial plaque for Ron Crowder, receive a director's report on projects, and deliberate in executive session about real property acquisition or sale, with potential action afterward. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and a financial report.

• Discussion and possible action on purchasing a memorial plaque for Ron Crowder
• Executive session under Section 551.072 for real property land acquisition or sale
• Potential action on land acquisition or sale following executive session
• Director's report on past, present, or future projects
• Financial report presentation

Economic Development - Revitalization

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several business items, including proposals from CoStar, the Houston Business Journal, and Trade & Industry Development, as well as a Galveston County Daily News strip ad. The board will also consider ratifying expenditures for tree removal and emergency heating unit replacement at 1130 1st Street, and a quote to build out space at 401 Laurel. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property acquisition/sale related to 358 Demolay, attorney consultation regarding LMEDC vs. Texas City Terminal Railroad, and economic development negotiations, with possible action following.

• Discussion/possible action on CoStar proposal for services
• Discussion/possible action on Galveston County Daily News strip ad
• Discussion/possible action on Houston Business Journal proposal
• Ratify expenditure for tree removal at 1130 1st Street
• Executive session on land acquisition/sale at 358 Demolay

Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission

The Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission will hold a regular meeting to elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, approve the 2024 calendar of events, and select committee chairs for various programs. They will also discuss costs for the 2024 KTB Conference Online, Keep Texas Beautiful dues, promotional items, and the Annual Christmas Light Awards. The meeting is open to the public and includes a citizen participation period.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Approval of 2024 KLMBC calendar of events
• Discussion of cost for 2024 KTB Conference Online
• Selection of committee chairs for Spring Cleanup/Shred Day, Paint the Town, Beautify the Bayou, Fall Sweep Clean Up, Light Up La Marque, and Arbor Day 2024
• Discussion of Keep Texas Beautiful Dues 2024 and promotional items

Building & Standards Commission

The Building Standards Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on five properties identified as substandard structures. The agenda includes public comments, approval of previous meeting minutes, and old business items concerning specific addresses.

• 521 Ave C, La Marque, TX 77568
• 501 FM 1765, La Marque, TX 77568
• 1727 Main St., La Marque, TX 77568
• 912 Azalea Ct., La Marque, TX 77568
• 1401 Melody Dr., La Marque, TX 77568

City Council

The La Marque City Council will meet on December 11, 2023, to consider resolutions including a $4,165,500 grant from the Texas General Land Office for flood mitigation, a $1,709,762 waterline construction contract, and a memorandum of agreement for first responder naloxone reporting. The council will also discuss updates to water policy, virtual meeting continuation, and a potential $10 million state loan for water infrastructure.

• Awarding Main Street Waterline construction to V&S Construction for up to $1,709,762.00
• Approving a $4,165,500 Community Development Block Grant with the Texas General Land Office
• Rejecting a bid proposal from Traylor & Associates for Flood Mitigation Assistance Program administration
• Authorizing a Municipal Advisory Services Agreement with Stifel, Nicolaus & Company Incorporated
• Discussing a Memorandum of Agreement with Galveston County Health District for naloxone reporting

The La Marque City Council approved several administrative and financial measures, including budget amendments for fiscal year 2020-21 and an emergency ordinance regarding fireworks. The council also appointed Kierra Nance as City Clerk and awarded multiple contracts for city maintenance and grant-funded projects. Several items regarding fee forgiveness and maintenance staffing were tabled for future consideration.

• Appointed Kierra Nance as City Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2020-21 budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved emergency fireworks ordinance (unanimous)
• Ratified $83,975 emergency sewer repair contract (unanimous)
• Awarded $91,875 lawn care contract to Parrish & Parrish (unanimous)
• Tabled fee forgiveness for three properties (unanimous)
• Tabled hiring of four maintenance technicians (unanimous)
• Approved various board and commission appointments (unanimous)

City Council

The La Marque City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss personnel matters involving the City Clerk and City Manager. The agenda includes executive sessions and potential actions on these positions. No other business is listed.

• Executive session on City Clerk personnel matters
• Executive session on City Manager personnel matters
• Possible actions on City Clerk and City Manager after executive session

Cemetery Board

The Cemetery Board will meet to discuss participation in the Wreaths Across America event on December 16, 2023. Members will also discuss setting a date for veteran headstone cleaning and scheduling future quarterly meetings.

• Participation in Wreaths Across America on December 16, 2023
• Setting a date for Veteran's Headstone Cleaning
• Scheduling quarterly Cemetery Board meetings
• Approval of July 2023 and August 2023 meeting minutes

General

This is a notice of a potential quorum of the La Marque City Council at the city's Christmas Parade on December 5, 2023. The council will not take any official action during this event; it is purely a social gathering.

• Christmas Parade starting at La Marque High School, 397 Duroux, La Marque, TX
• Parade ending at 1011 Bayou Rd, La Marque, TX
• No action permitted during the gathering

TIRZ

The La Marque TIRZ #2 Board of Directors is meeting to review financial statements and approve minutes from previous meetings. They will also discuss potential funding mechanisms available to the board, with a presentation from MarshDarcy Partners. The meeting is largely routine, with the main substantive item being the funding discussion.

• Presentation by Sue Darcy of MarshDarcy Partners
• Review of current financial statements for TIRZ Board #2
• Approval of minutes from September 13, 2023 and June 13, 2023
• Discussion and possible action on funding mechanisms for TIRZ #2

Parks Board

The La Marque Parks Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including purchasing supplies for Walter Feigle Park projects, an annual contract with Twin Cities Storage, and applications for park grants. They will also consider joining the Texas Recreation and Park Society and discuss ideas for a property adjacent to Saltgrass Park.

• Purchase of garden soil, mulch, and paint brushes for Walter Feigle Park projects
• Annual contract with Twin Cities Storage
• Application to Lone Star Legacy Parks through Texas Recreation & Park Society
• Approval to join Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS)
• Mahan Park Boat Ramp Grant

Parks Board

The La Marque Parks Board is holding a potential quorum meeting to tour a facility at 4916 Texas Ave for future considerations regarding the property. No decisions or formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• Tour of facility at 4916 Texas Ave, La Marque, TX 77568

Economic Development - Revitalization

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will discuss the fiscal year 2022 audit and a change order from Werner Construction for the 1130 1st Street remodel. The board will also hold executive sessions regarding land acquisition, legal consultation, and economic development negotiations.

• Discussion of fiscal year 2022 audit by BrooksWatson & Co., PLLC
• Change order number 2 from Werner Construction for 1130 1st Street remodel
• Proposed transfer authorization form from City of La Marque Finance Department
• Executive session regarding land acquisition/sale related to Texan Store Properties LLC
• Executive session regarding LMEDC vs. Texas City Terminal Railroad

City Council

The La Marque City Council will hold a regular meeting on November 13, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The main item is the second and final reading of an ordinance to rezone a tract at 1005 Bayou Road. The council will also consider several resolutions, including accepting the 2021-2022 audit, approving purchase orders, and canvassing the November 7 special election results. Additionally, there are discussions on grant applications, a sewer repair project, and a possible meeting cancellation.

• Ordinance O-2023-0012: Zoning change for 1005 Bayou Road (second and final reading)
• Resolution R-2023-0076: Purchase order to Core & Main LP for pipeline repair materials ($75,000)
• Resolution R-2023-0079: Canvassing results of November 7, 2023 special election
• Grant award for Emancipation Trail Sidewalk Project (1.9-mile shared-use path along SH 3)
• Discussion on canceling the December 25, 2023 regular council meeting

Board of Adjustment

The La Marque Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and special meeting to consider two variance requests: one to waive a 15-foot landscape buffer requirement along FM 1765 in the Trails of Woodhaven Lakes Planned Development District, and another to allow a billboard despite a city ban and spacing rules. The board will discuss and possibly take action on both items. The meeting also includes routine items like roll call and citizen comments.

• Variance request to waive 15-foot landscape buffer along FM 1765 in Woodhaven Village Campus Area
• Variance request to allow billboard despite Section 71-28(g)(3) prohibition and spacing requirements in Ordinance 2020-0007
• Public hearings for both variance requests
• Citizen participation limited to 3 minutes per person

Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission

The Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission will meet to consider new business items including painting street traffic signal boxes, purchasing blowers and weed eaters, and buying t-shirts. The meeting also includes a public comment period and potential updates on Arbor Day activities.

• Discussion on painting street traffic signal boxes
• Possible purchase of blowers and weed eaters
• Possible purchase of Keep La Marque Beautiful t-shirts
• Arbor Day updates

Cemetery Board

The Cemetery Board will discuss a recommendation to purchase wreaths from Wreaths Across America for La Marque and Rising Star Cemeteries. The Board will also consider establishing an annual timeframe for wreath orders and moving to a quarterly meeting schedule.

• Recommendation to purchase wreaths from Wreaths Across America for La Marque and Rising Star Cemeteries
• Establishing a timeframe for annual wreath orders
• Proposal to schedule Cemetery Board meetings quarterly starting in the new calendar year
• Approval of the next meeting date for December 7, 2023
• Approval of July 2023 and August 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The La Marque City Council will meet on October 23, 2023, to discuss and vote on several resolutions, including accepting the 2022-2023 audit report and awarding bids for wastewater treatment plant upgrades totaling $8.76M. The council will also hear updates on the La Marque Safe City Initiative and consider waiving a pavilion rental fee for a local nonprofit.

• Award $3,130,689 bid for Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Upgrades to Southern Trenchless
• Approve $5,632,613.90 revised bid for Sanitary Sewer Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Project
• Accept results of 2022-2023 Audit Report
• Waive Highland Bayou Park Pavilion Fee for Da Krewe du Roux nonprofit
• Discuss abnormal water consumption policy

City Council

The La Marque City Council will hold a special meeting to enter executive session for personnel discussions about the Municipal Judge, City Attorney, City Manager, and City Clerk. No public votes or decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

Parks Board

The La Marque Parks Board is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including rescheduling a sensory sidewalk event, renting a storage unit from Twin Cities Storage for supplies, and purchasing candy for the Christmas parade. They will also receive financial and department updates. The meeting is a regular business session with public comment limited to three minutes per person.

• Discussion/action on rescheduling Walter Feigle sensory sidewalk event
• Proposed rental agreement with Twin Cities Storage for a 10x10 storage stall
• Purchase of Christmas candy/goodies for the Christmas Parade
• Monthly financial report ending September 2023
• City Manager and Public Works updates

General

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation is holding a revitalization meeting to discuss routine items such as minutes approval and a financial report, along with a director's report on projects. The main substantive item is a closed executive session to deliberate on real property acquisition or sale, followed by possible action. The agenda is largely procedural, with the land decision being the only concrete item.

• Approval of minutes from June 20, 2023
• Financial report presentation
• Director's report on past, present, or future projects
• Executive session under Section 551.072 for real property deliberations
• Consideration of land acquisition or sale

Economic Development - Revitalization

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will meet to discuss and possibly act on several business items, including a Chamber grant application from Ken Ross Agency - State Farm, an incentives application from KSNS Management, a mowing services bid, and a property at 401 Laurel. The board will also consider a new business signage incentive program, attend the ICSC @Red River show, and adopt a draft mission, vision, and goals statement. An executive session is scheduled for real property and legal matters, with possible action afterward.

• Chamber Grant Funds Application from Ken Ross Agency - State Farm
• Incentives application from KSNS Management
• Bid # 06-23 for mowing services
• Discussion of 401 Laurel property
• New incentive program for business signage

City Council

The La Marque City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 9, 2023, with several action items. They will consider an ordinance to rezone a property at 1005 Bayou Road, a resolution to construct a waterline, and a resolution to continue participation in the Galveston County Auto Crimes Task Force. The meeting also includes a proclamation, public comments, and a city manager report.

• Ordinance O-2023-0012: Rezoning 1005 Bayou Road
• Resolution R-2023-0063: New waterline in easement of Orange and Prune between 10th and 11th Avenue
• Resolution R-2023-0064: Interlocal Agreement with Galveston County for Auto Crimes Task Force
• Proclamation: Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person

The La Marque City Council approved Ordinance O-2023-0012, which rezones a property that has operated as a retail establishment for 46 years despite being zoned residential. The council also adopted two resolutions: one to consider adding fire hydrants in older areas and another to continue participation in the Galveston County Auto Crimes Task Force. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance O-2023-0012 rezoning a long-standing retail property (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0063 to consider adding fire hydrants in older areas (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0064 to continue participation in Galveston County Auto Crimes Task Force (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 25, 2023 (unanimous)

Cemetery Board

The Cemetery Board will discuss a recommendation to purchase wreaths from Wreath Across America for La Marque and Rising Star cemeteries. The board will also consider changing meeting frequency to a quarterly basis starting next year.

• Recommendation to purchase wreaths from Wreath Across America for La Marque and Rising Star cemeteries
• Discussion regarding the timeframe for placing wreath orders
• Proposal to schedule cemetery meetings on a quarterly basis starting in the new calendar year
• Approval of the next meeting date for November 2, 2023

Board of Adjustment

The La Marque Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider two variance requests: one to waive a 15-foot landscape buffer requirement along FM 1765 in the Trails of Woodhaven Lakes Planned Development District, and another to allow a billboard despite a city ban and spacing rules. The board will discuss and possibly take action on both items. No minutes or other business are listed.

• Variance request to waive 15-foot landscape buffer along FM 1765 in Woodhaven Village Campus Area
• Variance request to allow outdoor advertising sign (billboard) despite Section 71-28(g)(3) prohibition
• Relaxation of billboard spacing requirements in Ordinance 2020-0007
• Public hearing for citizen input on both variance requests

General

This is a notice of a potential quorum of the La Marque City Council during the Texas Municipal League Convention in Dallas, not a regular meeting. No official action can be taken, and the notice is posted to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

• Potential quorum at Texas Municipal League Convention, October 3-6, 2023
• Convention at Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Dallas, Texas
• No action can be taken by the City Council during this period

Civil Service Commission

The La Marque Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly vote on appointing Aaron Hoosier as the new Civil Service Director. The agenda includes only this new business item, along with standard call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Discussion and possible action on voting in new Civil Service Director Aaron Hoosier

General

The La Marque Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to rezone a property at 1005 Bayou Rd from R-1 Single Family Residential to C-2 General Commercial. The commission will also approve meeting minutes and take public comments. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1005 Bayou Rd (Galveston County Property ID # 194779) from R-1 to C-2
• Discussion and possible action on the same rezone application
• Approval of meeting minutes (pending)

City Council

The La Marque City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings, ordinance readings, and resolutions. Key actions include final approval of an ordinance designating certificate of obligation funds, awarding a $3.97 million construction bid for the Inflow & Infiltration Reduction Project, and authorizing agreements for water quality inspections and stormwater engineering. The council will also consider approving several memorandums of understanding and discuss a settlement in a lawsuit against Texas City Terminal Railway.

• Final reading of Ordinance O-2023-0011 designating certificate of obligation funds
• Resolution R-2023-0062 awarding $3,965,067.80 construction bid to Southern Trenchless for Inflow & Infiltration Reduction Project
• Resolution R-2023-0060 authorizing $16,659.00 agreement with Galveston County Health District for water quality inspections
• Resolution R-2023-0061 authorizing $23,000.00 for Westwood Stormwater Project engineering and design
• Authorizing settlement in La Marque Economic Development vs. Texas City Terminal Railway (Cause No. 20-CV-0633)

The City Council authorized a settlement agreement regarding a legal dispute with the Texas City Terminal Railway Company. The council also approved several community partnerships and authorized a public bid for a waterline project.

• Adopted Ordinance No. O-2023-0011 for reallocation of funds (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-2023-0060 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-2023-0061 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-2023-0062 (Unanimous)
• Authorized public bid for Main Street Waterline Project (Unanimous)
• Authorized MOUs with Big Brothers Big Sisters, League of Women Voters, and 21st Century After-School Centers on Education (Unanimous)
• Authorized MOU with Communities in Schools (Unanimous; Mayor Pro Tem Compian abstained)
• Authorized settlement agreement in La Marque Economic Development vs. Texas City Terminal Railway Company (Unanimous)

City Council

The La Marque City Council and Economic Development Corporation are holding a special joint meeting to discuss the EDC's mission, vision, goals, legal authority, the La Marque 2050 Plan, potential new programs, vacant properties, and collaboration opportunities. These are discussion items with possible action, but no specific decisions are listed.

• Discussion of EDC mission, vision, and goals
• Review of EDC legal authority and roles
• Discussion of La Marque 2050 Plan
• Potential new programs and real estate (vacant properties)
• Collaboration and partnership opportunities

Parks Board

The La Marque Parks Board will meet to discuss and possibly take action on several park improvements and event partnerships. Key items include installing sensory sidewalks at Walter Feigle Park, purchasing supplies for park projects, and approving partnerships for community events. The board will also review financial reports and minutes from previous meetings.

• Discussion/action on sensory sidewalk installation at Walter Feigle Park on October 6, 2023
• Purchase of $400 in landscape supplies for Walter Feigle and Highland Bayou Parks
• Partnership with 'Bon Temps Rouler' event
• Approval of GameTime dome climber purchase
• Volunteer opportunities at La Marque BayouFest and Fall Festival

Economic Development - Revitalization

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting on September 19, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. in the Conference Room at 1130 1st Street. The agenda includes approval of minutes, financial reports, and discussions on proposals from Aulds Media NOW and Effectv. Executive session topics include land acquisition, legal consultation, and economic development negotiations.

• Discussion on estimate from Aulds Media NOW
• Discussion on proposal from Effectv
• Possible land acquisition or sale consideration
• Legal consultation regarding LMEDC vs. Texas City Terminal Railroad
• Economic development negotiations deliberation

TIRZ

The La Marque TIRZ #2 Board of Directors is meeting to review current financial statements and discuss potential funding mechanisms available to the board. The agenda includes public comments and standard procedural items.

• Review of current financial statements for TIRZ Board #2
• Discussion/possible action on potential funding mechanisms

Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission

The Commission will discuss several items including traffic box designs, upcoming events, and a clean up report for District A. Members will also consider a donation of two kayaks from the Baby Stewart Foundation and payments for the Litter Bus Operation.

• Discussion of traffic box design ideas
• Discussion of Baby Stewart Foundation's donation of two kayaks
• Discussion of District A clean up report
• Discussion of Litter Bus Operation and payments to Public Works Department
• Discussion of Keep Texas Beautiful materials

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and second readings for the annual budget and ad valorem tax levy. The meeting also includes discussions on uniform city park hours and several public works bids.

• Adoption of 2023-24 annual budget (Ordinance No. O-2023-0008)
• Levying of 2023 ad valorem taxes (Ordinance No. O-2023-0009)
• Revision of city park operating hours (Ordinance No. O-2023-0010)
• Designation of Certificate of Obligation Funds (Ordinance No. O-2023-0011)
• Annual bids for water/wastewater chemicals, biosolids processing, and pipeline repair materials

The La Marque City Council adopted three ordinances related to the budget, tax rate, and park hours, with Mayor Pro Tem Compian voting against the budget and tax rate ordinances. The council also approved resolutions, public works bids, and unanimously approved minutes. No executive session was held.

• Adopted Ordinance No. O-2023-0008 (budget) 3-1, with Compian against
• Adopted Ordinance No. O-2023-0009 (tax rate) 3-1, with Compian against
• Adopted Ordinance No. O-2023-0010 (park hours) unanimously
• Approved Ordinance No. O-2023-0011 (Certificates of Obligation funds) unanimously
• Adopted Resolutions R-2023-0057, R-2023-0058, R-2023-0059 unanimously
• Authorized Public Works annual bid for Chemicals unanimously
• Authorized Public Works annual bid for Biosolids Processing unanimously
• Authorized Public Works annual bid for Pipeline Repair Materials unanimously

Cemetery Board

The Cemetery Board will discuss several items including staff working on Saturdays for funerals and the purchase of D-2 cleaner for monuments. The board will also consider recommendations regarding Wreaths Across America for La Marque and Rising Star cemeteries.

• Recommendation for city staff to work on Saturdays during scheduled funerals
• Possible purchase of D-2 cleaner for monument cleaning
• Recommendation to purchase wreaths from Wreaths Across America for La Marque and Rising Star cemeteries
• Proposal to schedule cemetery meetings on a quarterly basis starting in the new calendar year

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed tax rate of 0.418058 for the 2024 tax year. The meeting includes first readings of ordinances for the annual budget and tax levy, as well as several infrastructure and service resolutions.

• Public hearing for proposed FY 2023-2024 tax rate of 0.418058
• First reading of Ordinance No. O-2023-0008 for the 2023-24 annual budget
• First reading of Ordinance No. O-2023-0009 for the 2023 tax levy
• Resolution for sanitary sewer overflow repairs at Bayou Rd. & Main St. and Erickson St. & Main St.
• Resolution for wastewater treatment plant upgrades to the Headworks area

City Council adopted three ordinances and six resolutions, including an addendum to the Emergicon contract. The council also approved partnerships with the Gulf Coast Center and Resource Crisis Center and authorized a request for proposal for a Municipal Court Associate Judge.

• Adopted Ordinance No. O-2023-0008 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. O-2023-0009 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. O-2023-0010 (3-1)
• Adopted Resolutions No. R-2023-0051, R-2023-0052, R-2023-0053, R-2023-0054, R-2023-0055, and R-2023-0056 (All Unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Gulf Coast Center (Unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Resource Crisis Center (Unanimous)
• Authorized RFP for Municipal Court Associate Judge (Unanimous)
• Approved Galveston County Mutual Aid Contract 2023-2024 (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The La Marque Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special hearing to discuss and review its responsibilities concerning a proposed impact fee survey and submittals from the City Engineer. The agenda includes public participation and standard procedural items, with the impact fee discussion as the only substantive matter.

• Discussion of proposed impact fee survey and City Engineer submittals
• Public hearing on impact fee responsibilities
• Citizen participation limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Meeting held in Council Chambers at 1109-B Bayou Road and via Zoom

Parks Board

The Parks Board will meet to consider several park equipment purchases and community projects. The agenda includes discussions on bike rack installations, art projects, and volunteer installation dates for native plants.

• Purchase of bike racks for Highland Bayou, Mahan, MLK, and Westlawn
• Art in the Parks- Barrel Project for all City parks
• Art in the Parks – Sensory sidewalk Project at Walter Feigel Park
• Approval of the August 25, 2023, H-Post volunteer special event
• Native Scapes installation dates for Walter Feigle, Mahan, and Highland Bayou parks

Economic Development Corporation

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will meet on August 15, 2023, to discuss and potentially act on several items, including incentives and a lease agreement for Wytessa O’Neal’s Art Bakery. The board will also review financial reports, mowing service bids, and a change order for exterior remodels at 1130 1st Street and 418 Laurel Street.

• Discussion/possible action on incentives application for Wytessa O’Neal – Art Bakery
• Discussion/possible action on lease agreement with Wytessa O’Neal – Art Bakery
• Mowing Bid LM #10-22 awarded to Texas Ranch Maintenance, LLC
• Change order #1 from Werner Construction for exterior remodels at 1130 1st Street and 418 Laurel Street
• Quote from Bennett Printing and Graphics for marketing cards

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances, including fire department mitigation rates and a conditional use permit for a battery storage facility. The meeting also includes resolutions for a District C recall election and a special election on November 7, 2023. Additionally, the Council will discuss the proposed 2023 property tax rate and the FY 2022 annual audit.

• Ordinance O-2023-0005: Fire department emergency and non-emergency service mitigation rates
• Ordinance O-2023-0006: Conditional use permit for Hunt Energy Network Battery Storage Facility
• Resolution R-2023-0049: Calling a recall election for City Councilmember District C
• Proposed 2023 property tax rate per $100 of taxable value
• Three-year contract with La Marque Chargers for Mahan Park field use

The La Marque City Council adopted three ordinances, including a fire billing ordinance (O-2023-0005) amended to remove 'implementation' language, a conditional use permit ordinance (O-2023-0006) passed 3-1, and a code update (O-2023-0007). The council also approved resolutions for a recall election and interlocal agreements, and set the property tax rate at the no-new-revenue rate of .418058, which is a 0% increase. One resolution was tabled, and the annual audit was pulled from discussion.

• Adopted fire billing ordinance O-2023-0005, removing 'implementation' term (unanimous)
• Adopted conditional use permit ordinance O-2023-0006 (3-1, Compian nay)
• Adopted code update ordinance O-2023-0007 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution R-2023-0049 for recall election (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution R-2023-0050 (unanimous)
• Tabled resolution R-2023-0051
• Approved interlocal agreement for GRID System (unanimous)
• Set property tax rate at .418058, no new revenue (3-1, Compian nay)

City Council

The La Marque City Council will hold a special meeting to review and discuss the proposed fiscal year 2023-2024 departmental budgets and all funds. The meeting is open to the public in person, via broadcast, and online.

The City Council held a special meeting to review and discuss the proposed FY2023-2024 departmental budgets and all funds. No formal votes were taken; the council discussed revenue adjustments, expenditure changes, and recommended allocations for remaining certificate of obligation (CO) bond balances. The meeting was procedural, with no final decisions made.

• Recommended earmarking 2007 CO balance ($402,090) for wastewater treatment plant
• Recommended earmarking 2016 CO balance ($555,318) for Main St. Sanitary Sewer, Maple & Cedar Sewer Line, Orange & Prune Water Line, Lift Stations, Manhole Covers
• Recommended earmarking 2020 CO balance ($2,690,934) for Main St. Waterline Repair, Merry Melody Lane overages, Wastewater Treatment Plant Bar Screen
• Discussed proposed budget with no new revenue rate of 41 cents
• Discussed revenue adjustments from permits, fees, and sales tax
• Discussed expenditure adjustments including personnel and technology costs
• Discussed potential removal of Public Works Project Coordinator and Grant Administrator for $138,000 savings to streets
• Discussed support for Deputy City Manager at $90,000 annually

Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission

The Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including promotional items, a storage unit, weed eaters and kayaks, and yard of the month nominations. The agenda includes both old and new business items, with decisions expected on purchases and awards.

• Discussion/action on promotional items from 4imprint (updated invoice)
• Discussion/action on tents, flags, tablecloth from Swaggle (updated invoice)
• Discussion/action on storage unit (La Marque) approved $1000.00 for the year
• Discussion/action on purchase of weed eaters and kayaks (tabled in July)
• Yard of the Month nominations: 1912 Bogatto - Blanca Villa; 11013 Delany Rd – Barcenas Mexican Grill

City Council

The La Marque City Council is holding a special meeting to review and discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 departmental budgets and all funds. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, with no votes scheduled on the budget itself. The council may also enter executive session for legal, property, personnel, or economic development matters.

• Review and discuss proposed FY 2023-2024 departmental budgets and all funds

The City Council held a special meeting to review and discuss the proposed FY2023-2024 departmental budgets and all funds. No formal votes were taken; the discussion centered on budget corrections, revenue projections, and the possibility of adopting a 41-cent tax rate equivalent to the no new revenue rate, which would require a budget reduction of approximately $651,000. Mayor Bell stated his intention to propose that rate, and Councilmember Ross expressed support. The meeting was recessed and reconvened, with no executive session or actions taken.

• Discussed proposed FY2023-2024 budgets; no formal action taken
• Corrected clerical errors on page 8 of proposed budget
• Mayor Bell stated intent to propose 41-cent no new revenue tax rate
• Councilmember Ross voiced support for no new revenue rate
• Requested list of City Manager's 'must haves' before next meeting

Cemetery Board

The La Marque Cemetery Board will meet to approve June financials, review cemetery maps, and discuss recommendations to the city council, including having city staff work Saturdays during scheduled funerals and switching to quarterly meetings. The board will also consider purchasing D-2 Cleaner for monument cleaning.

• Approval of June 2023 financial report
• Discussion on cemetery map review
• Recommendation for city staff to work Saturdays during funerals
• Purchase of D-2 Cleaner for monuments
• Recommendation to hold cemetery meetings quarterly instead of monthly

City Council

The La Marque City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on the City Manager's proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-2024, including departmental budgets and all funds. The meeting is open to the public and will also be broadcast online.

• Presentation of City Manager's Proposed Budget for FY 2023-2024
• Review and discussion of proposed departmental budgets and all funds

The City Council discussed the City Manager's proposed budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, including departmental budgets and tax rates. No formal votes were taken on the budget, but the council scheduled two additional days of discussion for August 8 and August 10.

• Scheduled additional budget discussions for August 8 and August 10

City Council

The La Marque City Council is holding a special meeting to review and discuss the proposed departmental budgets for fiscal year 2023-2024, covering all funds. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, with the rest being procedural. The council may also enter executive session for legal, real estate, personnel, or other permitted matters.

• Review and discuss proposed FY 2023-2024 departmental budgets and all funds

The La Marque City Council held a budget workshop to review proposed FY2023-2024 departmental budgets, including Fire, Parks, Police, and the City Manager's Office. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was for discussion only. Council recommended increasing the parks maintenance budget to $40,000 and discussed various departmental needs, but no decisions were finalized.

• No formal action taken during budget workshop
• Recommended parks maintenance budget increase to $40,000 (discussion only)
• Discussed Fire Department budget requests, including uniform adjustments and third ambulance
• Discussed Police Department requests, including additional vehicles and records retention project
• Discussed City Manager's Office request for Project Manager and Program Coordinator; no decision
• Financial audit update: on track for unmodified opinion

City Council

The La Marque City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and provide direction on the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 departmental budgets across all city departments. The meeting will include presentations, new business items, and an executive session for confidential discussions.

The minutes for the July 27, 2023 La Marque City Council regular meeting contain only the meeting header and no recorded actions, discussions, or votes. As a result, no decisions can be reported.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The La Marque Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider final plat approval for Ambrose Section 3, a 19.89-acre tract in Galveston County. They will also discuss attendance and removal of commission members, tabled from May, and approve the May 2023 meeting minutes.

• Final plat approval for Ambrose Section 3, 19.89 acres, Galveston County Property IDs 301857 & 301859
• Public hearing on Ambrose Section 3 final plat
• Discussion on attendance and removal of commission members (tabled from May)
• Approval of May 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The La Marque City Council will hold a special meeting to review and discuss the proposed fiscal year 2022-2023 departmental budgets for all city funds and departments. The meeting will be held in person at 1109-B Bayou Road and broadcast on Channel 16 and YouTube.

The La Marque City Council held a special meeting to review and discuss the proposed FY2022-2023 departmental budgets and all funds. No formal votes or decisions were made during the meeting; it was purely a discussion and review session. The council heard presentations from various departments, including Finance, Police, Fire/EMS, Library, and Public Works, and discussed topics such as debt services, staffing, and facility needs.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
• Reviewed proposed FY2022-2023 departmental budgets and all funds
• Discussed debt services and capital expenditures with Stifel representative
• Discussed police department staffing and vehicle spacing issues
• Discussed Fire/EMS staffing and vehicle maintenance issues
• Discussed library youth services position restructuring proposal
• Discussed Public Works service center cleanup and equipment auction

City Council

The La Marque City Council will hold public hearings and take final votes on several ordinances, including a year-end budget amendment, a conditional use permit for a Hunt Energy battery storage facility, and a fire department billing program. They will also discuss a wastewater discharge agreement with Republic Services and other items like event requests and street sign design.

• Final reading of Ordinance O-2023-0004 amending FY 2021-22 budget
• Final reading of Ordinance O-2023-0006 issuing Conditional Use Permit for Hunt Energy battery storage facility (Property ID# 363493)
• Discussion on Ordinance O-2023-0005 to charge mitigation rates for fire department services (tabled 07/10/2023)
• Discussion on Wastewater Discharge Agreement with Republic Services (90-day trial)
• Discussion on Citywide Lift Station Upgrade RFP (Package 1)

Council approved a 90-day trial for wastewater discharge provided the city publishes data online and creates a weather-related shut-off policy. Several ordinances were adopted, including one removing juvenile curfews to align with state law. The council also approved a new citywide street sign design and a request for proposals for lift station upgrades.

• Adopted Ordinance No. O-2023-0004 (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. O-2023-0005 regarding fees (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. O-2023-0007 removing juvenile curfews (Unanimous)
• Authorized 90-day wastewater discharge trial with Republic Services (Unanimous)
• Approved special event fee waiver for Coastal Community Federal Credit Union and LULAC Mainland (Unanimous)
• Approved Highland Bayou Park Pavilion Reservation Fee Waiver for Coastal Conservation Association - Texas (Unanimous)
• Authorized proposed citywide street sign design (Unanimous)
• Approved RFP advertisement for Citywide Lift Station Upgrade - Package 1 (Unanimous)

City Council

The La Marque City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and provide direction on the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget, presented by the City Manager. The agenda also includes presentations from Linebarger and Waste Management, and a period for public comments. The meeting is primarily a discussion and review session, with no final votes scheduled.

• Proposed FY 2023-2024 Budget presented by City Manager
• Review of FY 2022-2023 departmental budgets and all funds
• Discussion of Finance, Youth Fund, Citywide Expenditures, Facilities
• Organizational Chart review
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person

The City Council met to review presentations from Linebarger Attorneys at Law and Waste Management regarding city services and collections. City Manager Garcia presented a preliminary budget for FY 2023-2024, though no formal votes were taken on budget items. The meeting concluded with a discussion on city facility needs and organizational structure.

• Adjourned the special meeting (unanimous)

Parks Board

The La Marque Parks Board will meet to discuss and possibly take action on a range of park-related items, including the cost of tree planting supplies at Mahan Park, purchasing lockers from 'rent.fun', buying bike racks for several parks, and exploring grants and playground funding. The agenda also includes routine approvals of financial reports and minutes, as well as updates from Public Works and the City Manager.

• Discussion/possible action on cost of supplies for tree planting at Mahan Park
• Discussion/possible action on purchasing four lockers from 'rent.fun'
• Discussion/possible action on purchasing bike racks for Highland Bayou Park, Mahan Sportsplex, MLK Park, and Westlawn
• Discussion/possible action on fee waiver request from Coastal Conservation Association Texas Mainland Chapter
• Discussion/possible action on various grants and playground funding opportunities

Parks Board

The La Marque Parks Board will meet to discuss and possibly take action on a range of park-related items, including costs for tree planting at Mahan Park, purchasing lockers and bike racks, adding park signage, and playground installations. The board will also review financial reports and minutes, and hear public comments. Most items are discussion/possible action, so decisions may or may not be made.

• Discussion/possible action on cost of supplies for tree planting at Mahan Park
• Discussion/possible action on purchasing four lockers from 'rent.fun'
• Discussion/possible action on purchasing bike racks for Highland Bayou Park, Mahan Sportsplex, MLK Park, and Westlawn
• Discussion/possible action on City Engineer drawings for 3 parks' playground installation
• Discussion/possible action on various grants and playground funding opportunities

Economic Development Corporation

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including Chamber Grant applications from three local businesses, a land lease agreement with Phillip Palmer for Big Phil's Smokehouse, an economic development agreement with Phillip Durelle Palmer, and a proposal for site selection tools from Moody Analytics. The board will also review the lease rate for El Lugar and may enter executive session to discuss real property, legal consultation, and economic development negotiations.

• Chamber Grant applications from Southern Bell Food Company, Evelyn's Alterations, and Laser Marine
• Land lease agreement with Phillip Palmer for Big Phil's Smokehouse
• Economic development agreement with Phillip Durelle Palmer
• Proposal for Site Selection tools from Moody Analytics
• Lease rate discussion for El Lugar

Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission

The Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including payments to Warren Robicheaux for cleanup work, a residential Yard of the Month nomination, a citrus/fruit tree giveaway, purchasing trash bins for schools, and other beautification initiatives. The agenda includes routine reports and no consent agenda or executive session.

• Payment of $140 to Warren Robicheaux for 7 hours at $20/hour on 06/03/2023
• Payment of $100 to Warren Robicheaux for Beautify the Bayou event on 6/10/2023
• Payment of $160 to Warren Robicheaux for 8 hours at $20/hour on 6/17/2023
• Discussion on Arbor Day citrus/fruit tree giveaway to residents
• Purchase of 50-gallon trash bins for La Marque Schools

Board of Adjustment

The La Marque Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request for the property at 508 Bluebonnet. The requestor wants to divide the approximately 17,894 sq ft lot into two lots, each about 49.55 ft by 182 ft, to build a single-family home on each. The current zoning requires a minimum of 6,000 sq ft or 60 ft by 100 ft per lot in a single-family residential district.

• Public hearing on variance to Section 71-20 Schedule of District Regulations
• Property: 508 Bluebonnet, La Marque, TX 77568 (PID#197991)
• Request to split lot into two approximately 49.55 ft x 182 ft lots
• Build single-family home on each new lot

City Council

The La Marque City Council will meet on July 10, 2023, to consider ordinances on emergency services billing and a conditional use permit for a battery storage facility. The council will also discuss rejecting bids for city property redevelopment, authorize a blower replacement at the wastewater treatment plant, and approve several memoranda of understanding with local organizations.

• Ordinance O-2023-0005: Establishing emergency and non-emergency fire department service charges
• Ordinance O-2023-0006: Issuing conditional use permit for Hunt Energy Network battery storage facility (Galveston County Property ID# 363493)
• Resolution R-2023-0042: Rejecting all bids for lease or purchase of city property redevelopment
• Resolution R-2023-0043: Authorizing blower replacement at Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Resolution R-2023-0044: Approving MOU with United Way Galveston County Mainland

Cemetery Board

The La Marque Cemetery Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving May minutes and financials, and discussing the review of cemetery maps and scheduling the next meeting. The agenda is mostly procedural with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of May 2023 financial report
• Discussion/possible action on scheduling next Cemetery Board meeting
• Discussion/possible action on review of cemetery maps

City Council

The La Marque City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance O-2023-0004, which amends the fiscal year 2021-22 budget by adjusting fund balances, expenditures, and revenues. The council will also consider a resolution to reject all bids for the Sanitary Sewer Inflow & Infiltration Reduction Project, likely leading to a rebid. Other items include a proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month and auctioning surplus city equipment.

• Public hearing and second/final reading of Ordinance O-2023-0004 (FY 2021-22 budget amendment)
• Resolution R-2023-0041 to reject all bids for Sanitary Sewer Inflow & Infiltration Reduction Project
• Proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month
• Auction of library computers and old police department laptops

The City Council approved Ordinance No. O-2023-0004 regarding budget transfers following a public hearing. Additionally, the Council voted to reject all bids for a project to allow for future rebidding as required by the General Land Office.

• Adopted Ordinance No. O-2023-0004 (4-1)
• Rejected all bids for project per Resolution No. R-2023-0041 (Unanimous)

Economic Development - Revitalization

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will hold a revitalization meeting to discuss and possibly act on a sponsorship request for the La Marque Life and Liberty Celebration, invoices related to the Galveston County Bond for the La Marque Various Roads Project, and land acquisition or sale in executive session. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and a financial report.

• Sponsorship request for La Marque Life and Liberty Celebration from City Manager Cesar Garcia
• Invoices related to Galveston County Bond for La Marque Various Roads Project
• Executive session on real property land acquisition and/or sale
• Financial report presentation
• Approval of May 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Economic Development Corporation

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting on June 20, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. in the Conference Room at 1130 1st Street. The agenda includes approval of past meeting minutes, a financial report, and discussions on new business such as the fiscal year 2024 EDC budget, a Chamber Membership Grant application, and several proposals from local entities.

• Discussion/possible action on fiscal year 2024 EDC budget
• Discussion/possible action on Chamber Membership Grant application from Innovation Safety Solutions
• Discussion/possible action on El Lugar project
• Discussion/possible action on proposal from iHeart
• Discussion/possible action on printing of Inside La Marque

Parks Board

The La Marque Parks Board will meet to approve the May financial report and minutes, then discuss numerous park projects and volunteer activities. Key items include possible action on FY22-23 and FY23-24 budget amendments, playground placements at Jaycee, Westlawn, and Bayou Parks, and a recommendation to council for a dog park off-leash ordinance. The agenda is largely discussion items with no major contracts or rezonings.

• Discussion/possible action on amending FY22-23 Budget Expenditures and proposed FY23-24 Budget Expenditures
• Discussion/possible action on City Engineer drawings for playground set placements at Jaycee, Westlawn, and Bayou Parks
• Discussion/possible action on a recommendation to council regarding a Dog Park off-leash ordinance
• Discussion/possible action on purchasing four lockers from 'rent.fun'
• Discussion/possible action on removal of delipidated equipment at Mahan Park

Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission

The Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly approve several yard and business awards, multiple payments to individuals for bus-related work, and a $7,750 invoice for painting traffic signal boxes. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, financial and waste management reports, and public comments. No executive session is scheduled.

• Yard of the Month award to 511 Azalea Dr
• Yard of the Month selection for Melinda Tillman at 1900 Lenz St
• Good Neighbor Award selection for Ana Lopez at 2305 Meadow Ln
• Business Yard of the Month selection for McDonald's at 2300 Gulf Freeway
• Approval of $7,750 invoice for painting traffic signal boxes

TIRZ

The TIRZ #2 Board of Directors will meet to consider potential funding projects and financing mechanisms available to the board. The agenda includes public comments, approval of minutes from May 9, 2023, and discussion of the next meeting date. No specific projects or amounts are listed.

• Discussion/possible action on potential TIRZ Board funding projects
• Discussion/possible action on potential funding mechanisms for TIRZ #2
• Approval of minutes from May 9, 2023
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Building & Standards Commission

The Building Standards Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on substandard structures at four properties, including an update on 521 Ave C and a proposed amendment to a demolition order for 1727 Main St. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings, several of which were cancelled. No consent agenda or executive session items are listed.

• Update on substandard structure at 521 Ave C
• Amendment of demolition order for 1727 Main St
• Substandard structure at 912 Azalea Ct
• Substandard structure at 1401 Melody Dr
• Minutes from cancelled meetings (May 9, April 11, Feb 14) and prior meetings

Building & Standards Commission

The La Marque Building Standards Commission will meet to discuss possible actions on three substandard residential structures at 521 Ave C, 912 Azalea Ct, and 1401 Melody Dr. The meeting is open to public comment and will include roll call, minutes review, and requests for future agenda items.

• Substandard structure at 521 Ave C (update)
• Substandard structure at 912 Azalea Ct
• Substandard structure at 1401 Melody Dr.

Building & Standards Commission

The La Marque Building Standards Commission will meet to discuss two substandard structures: one at 521 Ave C (update from previous meeting) and another at 912 Azalea Ct. The meeting is open to public comments and will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Discussion/possible action on substandard structure at 521 Ave C, La Marque, TX 77568
• Discussion/possible action on substandard structure at 912 Azalea Ct, La Marque, TX 77568

City Council

The La Marque City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider final approval of a fiscal year 2021-22 budget amendment, a recall election resolution for Councilmember District C, and several land-use resolutions including a conditional use permit for a battery storage facility and a preliminary plat for a 6.492-acre tract. The meeting will also include proclamations, public hearings, and recognition of local employees.

• Final vote on Ordinance O-2023-0004 to amend FY 2021-22 budget with fund balance adjustments and revenue increases
• Resolution R-2023-0036 calling a recall election for Councilmember District C
• Resolution R-2023-0037 approving preliminary plat for 6.492-acre tract in William K. Wilson League Abstract No. 208
• Resolution R-2023-0038 issuing conditional use permit for Hunt Energy Network battery storage facility
• Resolution R-2023-0039 authorizing reconstruction of Oak Street bridge

The La Marque City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance O-2023-0004 (with an amended attachment), Resolutions R-2023-0036, R-2023-0037, R-2023-0039, and R-2023-0040, and tabled Resolution R-2023-0038. The council also authorized publication of two RFPs for disaster recovery and debris monitoring services. Minutes were approved with additions, and no action was taken on upcoming events or executive session items.

• Approved minutes with Mayor Pro Tem's additions (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O-2023-0004 with amended Attachment A (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0036 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0037 (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution R-2023-0038 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0039 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0040 (unanimous)
• Authorized RFP for Disaster/Storm Recovery Services and RFP for Disaster Debris Monitoring (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation is holding a retreat to hear a presentation from the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership and discuss projects, ideas, and future plans. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Dan Seal of Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership
• Discussion of projects, ideas, and future plans

City Council

This is a notice of a potential quorum of the La Marque City Council, not a regular meeting. The council may gather with the La Marque Economic Development Corporation, but no official action can be taken. The agenda contains only this procedural notice.

• Potential quorum with La Marque Economic Development Corporation
• No action permitted during the gathering
• Meeting location: 9702 Emmett F. Lowry Expressway, Texas City, TX

City Council

The La Marque City Council is holding a retreat to discuss and set priorities for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, including a recap of the past year, a forecast from the city manager, and possible department restructures. A presentation by bond counsel Brad Angst is scheduled, and the council may enter executive session for legal, personnel, or other permitted matters. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.

• City Manager recap of 2022-2023 fiscal year
• Discussion of Council priorities for 2023-2024 fiscal year
• Discussion of organizational chart and possible department restructures
• Presentation by bond counsel Brad Angst
• Possible executive session under Texas Government Code sections 551.071-551.087

The City Council held a retreat with presentations on legal cases, finances, the Clearpoint system, and bond funding options. Councilmembers shared priorities focused on economic development, public safety, infrastructure, and efficiency. No formal decisions or votes were made; two agenda items were removed from discussion.

• Removed Council Appointed Positions from discussion
• Removed Budget Priorities from discussion

Cemetery Board

The La Marque Cemetery Board is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes and financial reports, and to discuss scheduling the next meeting, placing flags for Memorial Day, and purchasing wreaths from Wreaths Across America for December. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items with no major policy decisions.

• Approval of minutes from April 2023 meeting
• Approval of financial reports for April and May 2023
• Discussion on scheduling next Cemetery Board meeting
• Discussion on placing flags around cemetery for Memorial Day
• Discussion on purchasing wreaths from Wreaths Across America for December

Planning & Zoning Commission

The La Marque Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on a preliminary plat for MS Gulf Greyhound and a conditional use permit for Hunt Energy Network. The agenda also includes a discussion on commissioner attendance. The meeting is open to the public with citizen participation.

• Preliminary plat approval for MS Gulf Greyhound, 6.492-acre tract on FM 1764
• Conditional use permit for Hunt Energy Network, 0.512-acre tract in Watermans Subdivision
• Discussion on commissioner attendance of meetings

Board of Adjustment

The La Marque Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and consider a variance request for a property at 508 Bluebonnet. The owner wants to divide the 17,894 sq ft lot into two lots (each about 49.55 x 182 ft) and build a single-family home on each, despite the zoning minimum of 6,000 sq ft per lot. The board will also review minutes from a February meeting and note that two prior meetings were cancelled.

• Public hearing on variance to Section 71-20 for 508 Bluebonnet (PID#197991)
• Request to split property into two lots for single-family homes
• Discussion/action on February 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• April 4 and May 2, 2023 meetings cancelled

Economic Development Corporation

This is a notice of a potential quorum of the La Marque Economic Development Corporation during the ICSC Las Vegas conference from May 21-23, 2023, not a regular meeting. No official action can be taken during this time; the notice is posted to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act in case economic development business is discussed.

• Potential quorum at ICSC Las Vegas, May 21-23, 2023
• No action permitted during this period
• Notice posted May 18, 2023 at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, TX

Economic Development Corporation

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting on May 16, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. in the Conference Room at 1130 1st Street. The agenda includes presentations, financial reports, and discussions on new business such as grant applications, the Vision 2050 Plan, and land acquisition. An executive session will address real property matters and legal consultations.

• Discussion/possible action on Chamber Membership Grant application from Mandi’s Closet
• Discussion/possible action on City Manager’s Vision 2050 Plan request
• Discussion/possible action to update resolution on EDC TEXPOOL account authorized representatives
• Consideration of land acquisition and/or sale in executive session
• Consultation with attorney in executive session

Economic Development - Revitalization

The corporation will discuss invoices for the La Marque Various Roads Project and a quote for downtown pole banners. The board will also enter an executive session to deliberate on real property land acquisition or sale.

• Invoices related to the Galveston County Bond for the La Marque Various Roads Project
• Quote from Creative Signs for a downtown pole banner
• Executive session regarding land acquisition or sale

Parks Board

The La Marque Parks Board will meet to approve the April financial report and minutes, then discuss and possibly act on a wide range of old and new business items. These include sports field use, event hosting, park improvements, art projects, and funding allocations. The agenda is largely discussion items with no major policy decisions expected.

• Approval of monthly financial report ending April 2023
• Discussion/action on La Marque Chargers using city parks for sports
• Discussion/action on Champion Outdoors hosting 3 events at Highland Bayou Park (June 21, Aug 16, Sep 20)
• Discussion/action on Parks Board shirt color and logos/name
• Discussion/action on expenditures from $5,000 project allocation with Servolution Mainland

City Council

The La Marque City Council will hold a special meeting to administer oaths of office to the newly elected council representatives for District B and District D. The meeting will also certify the results of the May 6, 2023 General Election and Special Charter Election.

• Canvassing results of May 6, 2023 General Election (Resolution No. R-2023-0034)
• Canvassing results of May 6, 2023 Special Charter Election (Resolution No. R-2023-0035)
• Administering oath of office to District B council representative
• Administering oath of office to District D council representative

The La Marque City Council held a special meeting on May 15, 2023, where it unanimously adopted two resolutions (R-2023-0034 and R-2023-0035). The council also administered oaths of office to Mayor Pro Tem Compian and newly elected Councilmember James Ross, with Councilmember McAuliffe departing after farewell remarks. No executive session was held, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution No. R-2023-0034 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-2023-0035 (unanimous)
• Administered Oath of Office to Mayor Pro Tem Compian
• Administered Oath of Office to Councilmember James Ross

Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission

The Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission will consider purchasing 10 affiliate signs from KTB for $1,000 and discuss the Street Sign Replacement Program, both tabled from April. They will also select a Yard of the Month and discuss the Don't Mess with Texas Trash Off event.

• Purchase of 10 Affiliate signs from KTB for $1,000
• Street Sign Replacement Program discussion
• Yard of the Month selection: 511 Azalea Dr. & 2305 Meadow Ln.
• Don't Mess with Texas Trash Off discussion
• Financial and Waste Management reports for March 2023

TIRZ

The La Marque TIRZ #2 Board will meet to discuss financial reports and financial planning for the district. The agenda includes public comments, old and new business, and possible action on these items. No specific dollar amounts or project names are listed.

• Discussion/possible action on financial reports
• Discussion/possible action on financial planning for TIRZ #2
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Building & Standards Commission

The La Marque Building Standards Commission will meet on May 9, 2023, to discuss two substandard structures—one at 521 Ave C and another at 912 Azalea Ct—under old and new business. The meeting is procedural with no formal decisions expected beyond potential updates on the existing structure.

• Substandard structure at 521 Ave C, La Marque (Update)
• Substandard structure at 912 Azalea Ct, La Marque (Discussion/possible action)

City Council

The City Council will consider a zoning change for 5401 FM 1765 and an amendment to the 2021-22 fiscal year budget. The agenda also includes resolutions to deny utility rate increases and various infrastructure and public health authorizations.

• Zoning amendment for 5401 FM 1765
• Amendment to the fiscal year 2021-22 Budget
• Denial of Centerpoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC rate increase application
• Denial of Texas-New Mexico Power Company rate increase application
• Purchase order to Zone Industries for $75,540.32 for the 1764 Pump Station Facility

The council unanimously denied Ordinance No. O-2023-0003, a rezoning request by Piney Point Development, after hearing opposition from the Salt Grass Crossing HOA president. The council also approved several resolutions and ordinances, including budget amendments, grant applications, and a procurement card program. No action was taken on a request for new programs and events.

• Denied Ordinance No. O-2023-0003 (rezoning) unanimously
• Approved Ordinance No. O-2023-0004 (budget amendment) unanimously
• Adopted Resolution No. R-2023-0026 unanimously
• Adopted Resolution No. R-2023-0027 unanimously
• Adopted Resolution No. R-2023-0028 (Delany Road grant application) unanimously
• Adopted Resolution No. R-2023-0029 (restrictive covenant removal) 4-0-1 (Mayor abstained)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-2023-0030 4-0-1 (Mayor abstained)
• Approved participation in Tarrant County procurement card program unanimously

Cemetery Board

The La Marque Cemetery Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving April minutes and financials. They will also discuss scheduling the next meeting, placing flags for Memorial Day, and purchasing wreaths from Wreaths Across America for December.

• Approval of April 2023 minutes and financial report
• Discussion/action on Memorial Day flag placement at the cemetery
• Discussion/action on purchasing wreaths from Wreaths Across America for December
• Discussion/action on scheduling next Cemetery Board meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The La Marque Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its regular meeting on April 25, 2023, at 4:00 pm. The body will consider approval of the March 28, 2023 meeting minutes and discuss a request for preliminary plat approval for a 32.01-acre residential development near FM 1765 and Delany Road.

• Discussion/possible action on preliminary plat approval for Trails at Woodhaven Lakes Section 2, a 32.01-acre tract south of FM 1765 and west of Delany Road

City Council

The City Council will hold a second and final reading for a rental unit registration ordinance. The meeting also includes discussions on a zoning change for 5401 FM 1765 and several municipal resolutions.

• Second and final reading of Ordinance No. O-2023-0002 regarding rental unit registration
• Zoning change for real property at 5401 FM 1765
• Maintenance agreement with Android Construction for emergency water and sewer repairs
• Purchase order to Adico Engineering for a Utility Impact Fee Analysis
• Fee waiver request from LULAC for a Cinco De Mayo event at Highland Bayou Park

The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance O-2023-0002, which amends the rental unit registration requirements. A rezoning request for 5401 FM 1765 was tabled. The council also approved several resolutions and authorized staff to work with CirclesX LLC on potential litigation related to winter storm Yuri.

• Approved Ordinance O-2023-0002 (rental unit registration) unanimously
• Tabled rezoning of 5401 FM 1765
• Approved Resolution R-2023-0024 (Android Construction maintenance agreement) unanimously
• Approved Resolution R-2023-0025 (Adico Engineering utility impact fee analysis) unanimously
• Accepted Q1 2023 investment reports unanimously
• Waived $250 special event fee and $550 park pavilion fee for Cinco De Mayo event unanimously
• Authorized staff to work with CirclesX LLC on assignments unanimously
• No action taken on council residency discussion

Parks Board

The Parks Board will discuss several park improvements, including potential tennis court conversions and new fencing. The meeting includes discussions on equipment purchases and various community service projects.

• Quote for converting Highland Bayou Park tennis courts to pickleball courts
• Proposed purchase of a sign machine split between Parks Board, Keep La Marque Beautiful, and Public Works
• Recommendation to City Council to replace Bayou Park basketball court and add a shade structure
• Proposed purchase of four lockers from rent.fun
• Discussion regarding a new fence at Bayou Park

Economic Development Corporation

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on appointing a budget review committee and holding an EDC retreat. The board will also receive reports from the director, PR specialist, and city manager, and may enter executive session to deliberate on real property acquisition or sale, attorney consultation, and economic development negotiations, with possible action following.

• Discussion/possible action to appoint a budget review committee
• Discussion/possible action regarding an EDC retreat
• Executive session on real property acquisition or sale (Section 551.072)
• Executive session on economic development negotiations (Section 551.087)
• Possible action on land acquisition or sale after executive session

Civil Service Commission

The La Marque Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine business and two substantive items: changing eligibility requirements for the lieutenant's exam and hearing Sergeant Richard Garcia's appeal of a 3-day suspension. The commission will also consider approving the February 21, 2023 meeting minutes and may enter executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Discussion/possible action on changing eligibility requirements for Lieutenants exam
• Discussion/possible action on Sergeant Richard Garcia's appeal of 3-day suspension
• Discussion/possible action to approve February 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.071 (personnel) and 551.088 (test item)
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Cemetery Board

The La Marque Cemetery Board is meeting to approve financial reports for December 2022 through March 2023 and discuss possible action on the Wreaths Across America 2022 program. The board will also schedule its next meeting. Minutes from the December 2022 meeting are unavailable.

• Approval of monthly financial reports for December 2022, January, February, and March 2023
• Discussion/possible action on Wreaths Across America 2022
• Scheduling of next Cemetery Board meeting
• Citizens participation limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission

The Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and take action on several consent agenda items and new business items. Key decisions include payments for litter bus services, approval of conference attendance costs, Keep Texas Beautiful dues, and planning for the Spring Clean Up event.

• Payments to Warren Robicheaux and James Begley for litter bus prep and program hours totaling $20.00 per hour, with individual amounts up to $150.00
• Approval of $5,499.90 for five commissioners to attend the KTB Yearly Conference in Houston
• Discussion/possible action on Keep Texas Beautiful Dues 2023
• Purchase of 10 Affiliate signs from KTB for $1,000
• Purchase of 20 4-inch plants from Jimbo's Nursery at $1.00 per plant

Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission

The Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and take action on consent agenda items including payments for litter bus services and conference attendance. New business includes additional litter bus payments, purchasing affiliate signs and plants, planning the Spring Clean Up, and buying T-shirts.

• Payments to Warren Robicheaux and James Begley for litter bus prep and fuel, totaling $20 to $150 per invoice
• Approval of $5,499.90 for 5 commissioners to attend the KTB Yearly Conference in Houston
• Purchase of 10 Affiliate signs from KTB for $1,000
• Purchase of 20 4-inch plants from Jimbo's Nursery at $1.00 per plant
• Purchase of 10 T-shirts from G-County Apparel for $299.00

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to consider changing eligibility requirements for the Lieutenant exam. The Commission will also review an appeal from Sergeant Richard Garcia regarding a 3-day suspension.

• Discussion of changing eligibility requirements for Lieutenants exam
• Review of Sergeant Richard Garcia’s appeal of a 3-day suspension
• Approval of February 21st, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The La Marque City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 10, 2023, to consider several items, including a rental registration ordinance (tabled from March 13) and a rezoning request for 5401 FM 1765. They will also vote on a bid award for a waterline construction project and discuss a naming policy for city properties. The meeting includes proclamations, recognitions, and public comment.

• Ordinance O-2023-0002: Amending rental unit registration requirements (tabled March 13)
• Ordinance O-2023-0003: Rezoning 5401 FM 1765
• Resolution R-2023-0023: Award bid to JSS Construction for 12-inch waterline on Texas Avenue (FM 1765) from I-45 to Newman Road
• Discussion on establishing a naming policy for city-owned property and facilities
• Proclamations for Work Zone Awareness, Child Abuse Prevention, Fair Housing, and Telecommunicators Week

The La Marque City Council adopted Ordinance O-2023-0002, setting a uniform $50 per-unit rental registration fee and adding a penalty provision, with a 4-1 vote (McAuliffe dissenting). The council also tabled Ordinance O-2023-0003, a zoning-related item, and approved Resolution R-2023-0023 for a public works project. A special meeting was scheduled for May 15, 2023, to canvass election results.

• Adopted Ordinance O-2023-0002, uniform $50 rental registration fee with penalties (4-1)
• Tabled Ordinance O-2023-0003 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0023 for Phase 1 of multiphase project (4-0, Compian absent)
• Called special meeting May 15, 2023 to canvass May 6 election (unanimous)
• Approved minutes as submitted (unanimous)

Cemetery Board

The La Marque Cemetery Board is meeting to approve minutes and financial reports for December 2022 through March 2023, and to discuss possible action on Wreaths Across America 2022. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or contracts listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 2022 meeting
• Approval of monthly financial reports for December 2022, January, February, and March 2023
• Discussion/possible action on Wreaths Across America 2022
• Discussion on scheduling next Cemetery Board meeting

Board of Adjustment

The La Marque Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two requests to vary residential and commercial zoning rules. One seeks to split a 17,894 sq ft lot into two undersized single-family lots; the other asks to allow open boat storage in a C-1 commercial zone.

• Variance to split 508 Bluebonnet (17,894 sq ft) into two lots under minimum size in single-family district
• Variance to allow open storage of boats and accessories at 4401 FM 2004 in C-1 commercial zone

Planning & Zoning Commission

The La Marque Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider a rezoning request for a 2.098-acre tract at 5401 FM 1765 from single-family residential (R-1) to commercial (C-1) or corridor commercial (C-3). The meeting will also review and possibly approve January 25, 2022 meeting minutes and allow citizen participation.

• Public hearing on rezoning request for 5401 FM 1765 from R-1 to C-1 or C-3
• Discussion/possible action on rezoning request for 5401 FM 1765 from R-1 to C-1 or C-3
• Possible approval of January 25, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The La Marque City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two resolutions: a change order for additional road work and a purchase order for a water tank mixer. The agenda also includes proclamations, public comments, a city manager report, and executive session discussions on personnel evaluations.

• Resolution R-2023-0021: Approve $88,993.21 change order to Lucas Construction for 2022 Galveston County road project
• Resolution R-2023-0022: Approve $24,270.00 purchase order to Axis Construction for tank mixer at Greyhound Park Elevated Storage Tank
• Proclamations for Women's History Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month
• Executive session: annual reviews for City Manager and Municipal Judge

The La Marque City Council unanimously adopted two resolutions approving change orders for public works projects, including one for a project funded in part by the Economic Development Corporation. The council also directed the city manager to develop municipal court policies and procedures. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0022 (unanimous)
• Directed city manager to create municipal court policies (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The La Marque Civil Service Commission will hold a meeting to consider an appeal by Richard Garcia of a 3-day suspension. The commission will enter executive session to discuss personnel matters and possible litigation, then reconvene to take possible action on the appeal. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, and public comments.

• Review appeal of 3-day suspension for Richard Garcia
• Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.071 and 551.088 for personnel and test item discussions
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes for civil service-related business

Economic Development Corporation

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will consider incentive applications, contracts, and investment management changes. They will discuss a possible incentive for A&A Machine, a contract with the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership, and a chamber membership reimbursement grant pilot program. The board may also authorize the City Finance Director to manage LMEDC investments. An executive session is scheduled for real property and economic development negotiations.

• Incentive application from Alan Hutchins (A&A Machine)
• Contract with Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership
• CD at Texas First Bank discussion
• Investment management by City Finance Director with board ratification
• Chamber membership reimbursement grant pilot for small businesses

Parks Board

The La Marque Parks Board is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including approving financial reports, creating a board logo, approving proposed FY24 budget expenditures, removing the Bayou Road basketball court, and purchasing security cameras for Highland Bayou Park. The board will also consider recommending a fee waiver for a Cinco de Mayo event and other park-related updates.

• Approval of monthly financial reports for January and February 2023
• Discussion/action on approving proposed FY24 budget expenditures
• Discussion/action on removal of the Bayou Road basketball court
• Discussion/action on purchasing security cameras for Highland Bayou Park
• Recommendation to Council to waive fee for Mainland Council of LULAC 22427 Cinco de Mayo Event (May 5-6, 2023)

Parks Board

The Parks Board will review monthly financial reports for January and February 2023. Members will also discuss the removal of the Bayou Road basketball court and potential fee waivers for a Cinco de Mayo event.

• Removal of Bayou Road basketball court
• Fee waiver request for Mainland Council of LULAC 22427 Cinco de Mayo event
• Discussion of Parks Board logos
• Financial reports for January and February 2023
• Discussion regarding Champions Outdoors and Kidz Fish

Building & Standards Commission

The La Marque Building Standards Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly take action on substandard structures at five addresses, including an update on 1727 Main St. The meeting includes public comment, approval of prior minutes (including a cancelled February meeting), and old/new business items.

• Update on substandard structure at 1727 Main St
• Substandard structure at 501 FM 1765
• Substandard structure at 521 Ave C
• Substandard structure at 928 Cedar
• Substandard structure at 503 Walnut St and 320 Holman

City Council

The La Marque City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 13, 2023, with a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance to increase council meetings to twice monthly, and a first reading of a rental unit registration ordinance. They will also consider resolutions on mosquito control, Centerpoint gas rates, a CDBG application, and a $50,000 engineering contract, plus discuss new business including a waterline construction RFP and property remodels.

• Ordinance O-2023-0001: second/final reading to amend Section 2-2 for two council meetings per month
• Ordinance O-2023-0002: first reading to amend Chapter 14 for rental unit registration
• Resolution R-2023-0015: authorize Galveston County Mosquito Control District aerial spraying
• Resolution R-2023-0016: suspend Centerpoint Energy GRIP rate adjustment effective May 1, 2023
• Resolution R-2023-0020: $50,000 purchase order for engineering services from Adico LLC

Council approved a $4 million appropriations funding request with $1 million in matching funds for a waterline project. The board also approved several remodeling contracts for city properties and a contract extension for Retail Strategies. An ordinance regarding rental property fees was tabled.

• Approved $4M funding request with $1M match for waterline project (Unanimous)
• Approved construction proposal from Werner Construction for 1130 1st St and 418 Laurel (Unanimous)
• Approved architectural/engineering fees for Helm Design Group (Unanimous)
• Approved interior remodel quote from CORE Office Interiors for 1130 1st St (Unanimous)
• Approved RFP for 12-inch waterline on Texas Avenue (FM1764) (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-2023-0011 to extend Retail Strategies contract (4-1)
• Tabled Ordinance No. O-2023-0002 regarding rental property fees (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. O-2023-0001 (Unanimous)

City Council

The La Marque City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings and final votes on two ordinances: one to change council meetings to twice monthly and another to require rental unit registration. The council will also consider several resolutions, including renewing a retail consulting contract, authorizing mosquito spraying, suspending a Centerpoint rate adjustment, and applying for a state community development block grant. Additionally, they will discuss approving contracts for engineering, construction, and design services related to property remodels and a waterline project.

• Final reading of Ordinance O-2023-0001 to hold two regular council meetings per month
• Public hearing and final reading of Ordinance O-2023-0002 requiring rental unit registration
• Resolution R-2023-0011 to renew professional services agreement with Retail Strategies, LLC (tabled Feb. 13)
• Resolution R-2023-0016 to suspend Centerpoint Energy's GRIP rate adjustment effective May 1, 2023
• Approving $50,000 purchase order for engineering services from Adico LLC

Parks Board

The La Marque Parks Board will hold a workshop meeting to review proposed budget expenditures for fiscal year 2024 and discuss several park-related topics, including security cameras at Highland Bayou Park and shoreline improvements. The board will also review the current year’s budget utilization and the Parks Master Plan.

• Discussion of FY24 proposed budget expenditures
• Security cameras at Highland Bayou Park
• Highland Bayou shoreline improvements
• Review of current year’s budget utilization and cancellations
• Parks Master Plan update for City Council

Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission

The Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission will meet to consider various program expenses and awards. The agenda includes several payments for the Litter Bus Program and a request for conference funding.

• Selection of Yard of the Month for 430 Elmo
• Good Neighbor Award for Christopher and April Walsch
• Litter Bus Program payments to Warren Robicheaux and James Begley
• Purchase of 10 'No Dumping Signs' for Public Works
• Approval of $5,499.90 for five commissioners to attend the KTB Yearly Conference

Cemetery Board

The La Marque Cemetery Board will meet to approve monthly financial reports for December 2022 and January 2023, discuss Wreaths Across America 2022, and consider scheduling the next board meeting. The agenda includes procedural items like roll call, invocation, and public participation.

• Approval of monthly financial reports for December 2022 and January 2023
• Discussion/possible action regarding Wreaths Across America 2022
• Discussion/possible action regarding next Cemetery Board meeting

Civil Service Commission

The La Marque Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly appoint an interim Civil Service Director. The agenda also includes public comments, an executive session for personnel and legal matters, and routine items like roll call and announcements.

• Discussion/possible action on appointing an Interim Civil Service Director
• Executive session for personnel matters and test item deliberations
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes for civil service-related business

Board of Adjustment

The La Marque Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing and special meeting to consider four variance requests to the city's zoning regulations, including two for the same property. The board will also nominate and appoint a chairperson. No minutes will be reviewed as no prior meetings were held.

• Variance for minimum lot size (R-1) on ~5,602 sq ft lot, PID#199145
• Variance for minimum home size (1,000 sq ft required) for ~950 sq ft home, PID#199145
• Variance for minimum setback (L-1) on ~6,000 sq ft lot at 725 Oak St, PID#200032
• Variance for minimum lot size (R-1) on ~13,591 sq ft lot at 2825 Main St, PID#196406
• Nomination and appointment of chairperson

Economic Development Corporation

The La Marque Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including incentive applications, a lease for 210 Highway 3, and various property improvements. The board will also consider construction proposals for remodeling 1130 1st Street and 418 Laurel, and may enter executive session for real property, legal, economic development, and personnel matters.

• Discussion/possible action on incentive application by Phillip Palmer
• Proposed lease with Phillip Palmer for 210 Highway 3
• Electric pole installation quote from Crescent Electric at 210 Highway 3
• Construction proposals from Werner Construction and Helm Design Group for 1130 1st Street and 418 Laurel
• Bids to demolish 1124 1st Street

City Council

This is a notice of a potential quorum, not a regular meeting. Mayor Bell will represent La Marque at the Texas City–La Marque Chamber of Commerce 'State of the County & Cities' event. No formal agenda exists and no other business will be conducted.

• Mayor Bell attends Chamber of Commerce event
• No formal agenda or business conducted

City Council

The La Marque City Council may form a quorum for a community Meet and Greet event to introduce new chamber and school leaders. No formal agenda or other business is scheduled for this meeting.

City Council

The La Marque City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on a Police Department Assessment conducted by BRT Consulting. The agenda includes a presentation by Billy Tidwell of BRT Consulting and a discussion/possible action on the assessment report. The meeting is open to the public in person and via videoconference.

• Presentation of Police Department Assessment by BRT Consulting
• Discussion/possible action on the Police Department Assessment report

The La Marque City Council held a special meeting to discuss an assessment of the police department. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational, with council members and police leadership exchanging views on morale, trust, training, and accountability. The assessment found low trust in city administration and higher-ranking officials but high trust in sergeants, and noted officers feel unheard.

• No formal actions or votes taken during the meeting

City Council

The La Marque City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider several resolutions, including a $517,891 engineering contract for a waterline replacement project, ratify payments to a contractor, and approve emergency waterline repair expenditures. They will also discuss an ordinance to increase the frequency of council meetings, as well as other items like legislative priorities and virtual meeting participation.

• Ordinance O-2023-0001: first reading to amend Section 2-2 to provide for two regular council meetings per month
• Resolution R-2023-0011: authorize EDC to renew professional services agreement with Retail Strategies, LLC
• Resolution R-2023-0012: approve $517,891.30 engineering agreement with LJA Engineering for 2-inch Waterline Replacement Project (HUD-funded)
• Resolution R-2023-0013: ratify payments to Android Construction totaling $52,741.08
• Resolution R-2023-0014: approve $35,046.18 in emergency expenditures for waterline repairs

City Council

This is a notice of a potential quorum for an informal State of the City event, not a formal meeting. No official business will be conducted; residents are invited to discuss proposed capital projects with council, staff, and consultants.

• Informal gathering at 1109-B Bayou La Marque, TX
• Discussion of proposed capital projects
• No formal agenda or official actions

City Council

The La Marque City Council met in a special session to review the 2022-2023 budget and discuss operational organization, taking no action on those discussion items. Following an executive session on personnel matters, the council voted to adjust the City Clerk's annual salary to $79,996.80. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Adjusted City Clerk's annual salary to $79,996.80 (4-1, Carlson voted nay)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The La Marque City Council voted 4-1 (Yancy nay) to direct staff to draft an ordinance establishing two regular council meetings per month and eliminating special meetings except for legal or statutory requirements. The council also unanimously tabled the Boards and Commissions Handbook and the Rental Registration program, and unanimously adopted six resolutions. No action was taken on upcoming events.

• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0001 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0002 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0003 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0004 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0005 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-2023-0006 (unanimous)
• Tabled Boards and Commissions Handbook (unanimous)
• Tabled Rental Registration program (unanimous)