Port Lavaca, TX

Name: City Council Joint Workshop/Special Meeting — Port Lavaca, TX
Start: 2026-07-27
Location: Port Lavaca, TX

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Mon Jul 27, 2026

City Council Joint Workshop/Special Meeting

City Council to discuss parks master plan and hold closed session

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

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

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

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Wed Jul 22, 2026

Planning Board

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

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

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

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

Wed Jul 22, 2026

Recreation and Parks Board Meeting

Parks Board to review capital improvement projects and financial reports

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

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

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

Tue Jul 21, 2026

Regular Port Commission Meeting

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

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

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

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

Mon Jul 20, 2026

City Council Special/Workshop Meeting

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

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

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

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

Wed Jul 15, 2026

Building and Standards Commission

Commission to consider substandard building violations

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

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

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

Wed Jul 15, 2026

Joint City Council & Planning Board Workshop

City Council and Planning Board discuss 2026 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning

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

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

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

Mon Jul 13, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

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

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

Mon Jun 29, 2026

City Council Special/Workshop Meeting

Council discusses slope repairs and upcoming fiscal year budget

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

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

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

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

Wed Jun 24, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss draft goals for Port Lavaca Comprehensive Plan

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

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

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

Wed Jun 24, 2026

Recreation and Parks Board Meeting

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

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

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

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

Wed Jun 17, 2026

Building and Standards Commission

Commission to consider substandard building violations

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

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

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

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

Tue Jun 16, 2026

Regular Port Commission Meeting

Port Commission to discuss Smith Harbor easement and pier requests

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

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

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

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

Mon Jun 8, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

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

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

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

Wed May 27, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board considers fence variance for Mariemont #3 Subdivision

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Wed May 27, 2026

Recreation and Parks Board Meeting

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

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

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

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

Wed May 20, 2026

Building and Standards Commission

Commission to consider substandard building violations at eight properties

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

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

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✓ Decided: Commission declares several properties substandard in Port Lavaca

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

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

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

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

Tue May 19, 2026

Regular Port Commission Meeting

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mon May 18, 2026

City Council Workshop

Council discusses capital planning and budget priorities

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

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

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✓ Decided: City Council discussed capital planning and budget priorities

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

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

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

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

Tue May 12, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

City Council to discuss Chief of Police personnel matters

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

Closed session discussion regarding Chief of Police personnel matters

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

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

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

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

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

Mon May 11, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

Port Lavaca Council to certify election results and consider several ordinances

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tue May 5, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

City Council to discuss Chief of Police personnel matters

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

Closed session discussion regarding Chief of Police personnel matters

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

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

Entered closed session to discuss Chief of Police personnel matters

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

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

Wed Apr 22, 2026

Recreation and Parks Board Meeting

Recreation and Parks Board discusses capital improvement projects and beach updates

The board will review several ongoing 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Projects and various departmental reports. Discussion includes updates on park assignments, financial status, and a mural presentation for the Lighthouse Beach bathroom.

Update on Butterfly Park Fence
Update on Wilson Park Covered Basketball court(s)
Update on Lighthouse Beach raised crosswalk/sidewalk from Splashpad to restrooms
Update on three new cabanas at Lighthouse Beach Splashpad
Update on Lighthouse Beach Shoreline Restoration/Protection Project and boat ramp dredging

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RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Recreation and Parks Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, April 22, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Vir ginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject to change during the meeting] Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88982711947?pwd=KxPYgOzzLKr393Yb7QvoF2WJpaPaT9.1 Meeting ID: 889 8271 1947 Passcode: 917861 One Tap Mobile +13462487799,,82182482989#,,,,*912619# US (Houston) Dial by your location +13462487799,,88982711947#,,,,*917861# US (Houston) ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using "Join Zoom Meeting" information on first page of this agenda). 1. General discussion and hear statements from citizens. Port Lavaca, TX RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING April 22, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Parks Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary 2. Approve minu [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Apr 21, 2026

Joint City Council and Planning Board Workshop Session

Council discusses 2026 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning

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

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

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✓ Decided: City Council and Planning Board discussed the 2026 Comprehensive Plan

The City Council and Planning Board held a joint workshop to discuss the 2026 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning with representatives from Baxter & Goodman. No action was taken during this session.

Discussed 2026 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning; no action taken

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JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING BOARD WORKSHOP SESSION Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM Nautical Landings Training Room | 106 S. Commerce Street, Suite 1-B, Port Lavaca, Texas 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will conduct a Joint Workshop Session, with the Planning Board, on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Nautical Landings Office Building Conference Room, located at 106 S. Commerce Street, Suite 1-B (South door entrance), Port [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Port Lavaca, TXJOINT CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING BOARD WORKSHOP SESSION April 21, 2026 Page 1 of 2 JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING BOARD WORKSHOP SESSION Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM Nautical Landings Training Room | 106 S. Commerce Street, Suite 1-B, Port Lavaca, Texas 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 21 st day of April, 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a Joint Workshop Session, with the Planning Board, at 5:30 p.m. at the Nautical Landings Office Building Conference Room, located at 106 S. Commerce Street, Suite 1- B (South door entrance), Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL Jack Whitlow Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Vacant Seat Councilmember, District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilman, District 5 Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 Justin Weaver Planning Board Chairman Gary Crone Planning Board Member Cynthia Escalera Planning Board Member Sheryl Cuellar Planning Board Member Betty Birdwell Planning Board Member Steve Butler Planning Board Member And with the following absent: Melinda Cain Planning Board Member Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: Port Lavaca, TXJOINT CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING BOARD WORKSHOP [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Apr 21, 2026

Regular Port Commission Meeting

Port Commission to discuss lease termination and coastal projects

The Port Commission will review financial reports, harbor master updates, and various city manager reports. The commission is also scheduled to discuss the termination of the Edward Jones lease at the Nautical Landings Building, Suite 3.

Termination of the Edward Jones lease, Nautical Landings Building, Suite 3
Coastal Resiliency Living Shoreline Project (CDBG-MIT)
Replacement of culverts under rail at Corporation Ditch and shoreline restoration
Harbor of Refuge Shoreline Protection (GLO CEPRA Grant)
Downtown Waterfront Public Access Improvement (MBMT Grant)

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✓ Decided: Port Commission approved March meeting minutes and Harbor Master reports

The Port Commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and the Harbor Master's March 2026 inspection and maintenance reports. Financial reports were discussed but no action was taken on them.

Approved March 17, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
Approved March 2026 Harbor Master Inspection/Maintenance Reports (5-0)

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

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REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this, the 21st day of April 2026, the Port Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a regular session at 3:30 p.m. in the regular meeting place in City Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following Commissioners in attendance: ROLL CALL: Raymond Butler Commissioner/Chairman Laurie Harvey Commissioner Larry Nichols Commissioner Jim Ward Commissioner Louis Rubio Commissioner And the following Commissioners absent: Jerry Smith Commissioner/Secretary Jamie O’Neil Commissioner Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Raymond Butler called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. and presided. Port Lavaca, TX REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING April 21, 2026 INVOCATION Commissioner Jim Ward gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairman Raymond Butler led the Pledge of Allegiance. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using "Join Zoom Meeting" information on first page of this agenda). CONSENT AGENDA The Port Commission will consider the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Apr 20, 2026

Joint City Council and Planning Board Workshop Session

Council discusses 2026 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning

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

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✓ Decided: City Council and Planning Board discussed the 2026 Comprehensive Plan

The City Council and Planning Board held a joint workshop session to discuss the 2026 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning with representatives from Baxter & Goodman. No formal actions or votes were taken during this session.

Discussed 2026 Comprehensive Plan and Zoning (no action taken)

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JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING BOARD WORKSHOP SESSION Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:30 PM Nautical Landings Training Room | 106 S. Commerce Street, Suite 1-B, Port Lavaca, Texas 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will conduct a Joint Workshop Session, with the Planning Board, on MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the Nautical Landings Office Building Conference Room, located at 106 S. Commerce Street, Suite 1-B (South door entrance), Port L [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Port Lavaca, TXJOINT CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING BOARD WORKSHOP SESSION April 20, 2026 Page 1 of 2 JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING BOARD WORKSHOP SESSION Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:30 PM Nautical Landings Training Room | 106 S. Commerce Street, Suite 1-B, Port Lavaca, Texas 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 20th day of April, 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a Joint Workshop Session, with the Planning Board, at 5:30 p.m. at the Nautical Landings Office Building Conference Room, located at 106 S. Commerce Street, S uite 1-B (South door entrance), Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL Jack Whitlow* Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Vacant Seat Councilmember, District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilman, District 5 Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 Justin Weaver Planning Board Chairman Melinda Cain Planning Board Member Cynthia Escalera Planning Board Member Steve Butler Planning Board Member *Mayor Jack Whitlow arrived at 6:01 p.m. And with the following absent: Gary Crone Planning Board Member Sheryl Cuellar Planning Board Member Betty Birdwell Planning Board Member Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: Port Lavaca, TXJOINT C [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Apr 15, 2026

Building and Standards Commission

Commission to consider substandard building violations

The Building and Standards Commission will review several property cases regarding potential violations of the City of Port Lavaca Code of Ordinances. The commission will conduct a public hearing to determine if specific properties are substandard.

Public Hearing for Case #168: 1100 S Benavides
Public Hearing for Case #169: 1102 S Benavides
Public Hearing for Case #170: 217 S Juanita
Public Hearing for Case #171: 217 S Nueces
Public Hearing for Cases #172-176: 511 N Benavides, 403 N Guadalupe, 544 Bay St, 522 Bay St, and 713 Private

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✓ Decided: Commission declares several properties in Port Lavaca as substandard

The Building and Standards Commission approved the March 18, 2026, meeting minutes. The Commission also held public hearings and declared multiple properties substandard, providing owners specific timeframes to renovate or demolish structures to reach compliance.

Approved March 18, 2026, regular meeting minutes (8-0)
Declared 1100 S Benavides substandard for demolition (unvoted)
Declared 1102 S Benavides substandard for renovation (unvoted)
Declared 217 S Juanita substandard with 30 days to comply (8-0)
Declared 217 S Nueces substandard for renovation (unvoted)
Declared 511 N Benavides substandard with 60 days to comply (6-2)
Declared 403 N Guadalupe substandard for renovation (unvoted)
Declared 544 Bay St substandard with 30 days to comply (8-0)

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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Building and Standards Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, April 15, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Building and Standards Commission packet is subject to change during the meeting] CITY OF PORT LAVACA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Building & Standards Meeting Time: Apr 15, 2026 03:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82122329186?pwd=VfXTmg0E4G9auu6IcCFUu58KL21xU7.1 Meeting ID: 821 2232 9186 Passcode: 623505 One tap mobile +13462487799,,82122329186#,,,,*623505# US (Houston) Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/82122329186/invitations?signature=p5Dpf- 1qUhEIByOxl1LYYV2e-3pULiCcbrNnznA8vos ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER Port Lavaca, TX BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION April 15, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necess [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORTLAVACA § MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, April 15, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Building and Standards Commission packet is subject to change during the meeting] ROLL CALL Annette Alonzo Chairperson Steve Marwitz Vice — Chairperson Luis De La Garza Secretary Jeff Downs Commission Member Weston Burris Commission Member Larry Nichols . Commission Member Billy McAfee € Commission Member Ken Barr Commission Member Bridgette Williams Commission Member Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: CALL TO ORDER ¢ Chairperson Alonzo called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. and presided. City of Port Lavaca, TX BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION April 15, 2026 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC * (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using “Join Zoom Meetin [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Apr 13, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

Port Lavaca City Council considers budget amendments and various city ordinances

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding building regulations, traffic control, and the municipal budget. Action items also include a street closure amendment for a Juneteenth event and discussions on water system removal.

Amendment to street closures for Juneteenth After-hours Community Event
Agreement with Rawley McCoy Architects for City Hall Master Plan interior renovations
Final reading of budget amendment ordinance S-2-26
Ordinance regarding traffic control signs in Original Townsite Subdivision, District One
Expansion of childcare facility at 329 W. Main Street

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✓ Decided: City Council approves City Hall renovations and infrastructure projects

The City Council approved several infrastructure and facility agreements, including interior renovations for City Hall and the completion of the Ann Street Lift Station. Additionally, they authorized a date change for a Juneteenth community event and moved toward awarding an engineering contract for the Smith Harbor Boardwalk.

Approved consent agenda items (4-0)
Changed Juneteenth event street closure date from June 19 to June 20, 2026 (4-0)
Approved City Hall Master Plan Phase 5 interior renovation agreement with Rawley McCoy Architects not to exceed $33,000.00 (4-0)
Approved Certificate of Construction Completion and release of retainage/final payment for Ann Street Lift Station Replacement Project (4-0)

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

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Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING April 13, 2026 Page 1 of 14 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 13th day of April 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a regular session at 6:30 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL Jack Whitlow Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Vacant Seat Council Member, District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 And with the following absent: Rose Bland-Stewart Councilwoman, District 5 Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: II. CALL TO ORDER • Mayor Whitlow called the meeting to order at 6:38 p.m. and presided. III. INVOCATION • Jim Ward, Former Councilman, gave the invocation. IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • Mayor Whitlow – Pledge of Allegiance. V. PRESENTATION(S) • Employee Service Awards: o Javier Ramos 15 Years - Police Department o Eric Salles 15 Years – Police Department o Jose Perez 10 Years – Public Works Department Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING April 13, 202 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Mar 31, 2026

Planning Board Meeting

Board to consider expansion of childcare facility at 329 W. Main St.

The Port Lavaca Planning Board will approve minutes from the March 11 special meeting, review a request to expand a childcare facility at 329 W. Main St., and hear a presentation on the city's Comprehensive Plan. The board will also accept public comments, approve the regular meeting minutes, and certify that the meeting notice was posted as required.

Approve March 11, 2026 special meeting minutes
Consider expansion request for childcare facility at 329 W. Main St. (Property ID 51910)
Presentation by Baxter & Woodman on the Comprehensive Plan, including future land use and transportation maps
Public comments (limited to 3 minutes per speaker)
Approve regular meeting minutes and certify posting notice

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves childcare facility expansion at 329 W. Main St.

The Planning Board approved a change of use from residential to commercial for a childcare facility at 329 W. Main St. This expansion includes the placement of a modular building and playground in the rear yard. The board also approved the minutes from the March 11, 2026, special meeting.

Approved March 11, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes (4-0)
Approved change of use to commercial for childcare facility at 329 W. Main St. (5-0)

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PLANNING BOARD MEETING Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Planning Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Tuesday, March 31, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, P ort Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Planning Board packet is subject to change during the meeting] CITY OF PORT LAVACA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Planning Board Meeting Time: Mar 31, 2026 05:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89652689992?pwd=3HjKueMDmkvkwJ5yquMaP72TlgNMe1.1 Meeting ID: 896 5268 9992 Passcode: 662498 One tap mobile +13462487799,,89652689992#,,,,*662498# US (Houston) Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/89652689992/invitations?signature=fAPktrPlLUbKdOWM6Q885R VB6BdNkRHFHJeJrDkA-dE ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER Port Lavaca, TX PLANNING BOARD MEETING March 31, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary 1. Approval of Wednesday, March 11, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes 2. Consider a reque [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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PLANNING BOARD MEETING Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORTLAVACA § MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Tuesday, March 31, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: ROLL CALL PRESENT Gary Crone Board Member Steve Butler Board Member Sheryl Cuellar Board Member Cynthia Escalera Board Member Betty Birdwell* Board Member *B. Birdwell arrived during agenda item #2 ABSENT Justin Weaver Chairman Lindy Cain Board Member CALL TO ORDER e Board Member Gary Grone called the meeting to order at 5:36 p.m. and presided City of Port Lavaca, TX PLANNING BOARD MEETING March 31, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary 1. Approval of Wednesday, March 11, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes Motion made by Board Member Cynthia Escalera NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, the March 11, 2026, minutes of the Special Planning Board Meeting Minutes are hereby approved Seconded by Board Member Steve Butler Voting Aye: Board Member Gary Grone, Board Member Cynthia Escalera, Board Member Steve Butler, Board Memb [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Mar 25, 2026

Recreation and Parks Board Meeting

Parks board to hear updates on capital projects and park reports

The Recreation and Parks Board will hear reports on monthly inspections, park assignments, financial status, and Lighthouse Beach RV Park. An update on ongoing 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Projects will be received, covering items such as a fence at Butterfly Park, covered basketball courts at Wilson Park, and improvements at Lighthouse Beach. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the previous meeting.

Approve minutes from the regular meeting held February 25, 2026
Receive Monthly Inspections Report from Public Works Department
Receive financial status report on Parks and Recreation Department
Receive update on ongoing 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) including Butterfly Park fence, Wilson Park covered basketball courts, and Lighthouse Beach improvements
Receive monthly report on Lighthouse Beach RV Park and Campground

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RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 12:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Recreation and Parks Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, March 25, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m., at the regular meeting place inCouncil Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virg inia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject to change during the meeting] Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86898741150?pwd=ibtugl0uVzsWIrGbfzGIu5laAweh8S.1 Meeting ID: 868 9874 1150 Passcode: 372521 One Tap Mobile +13462487799,,86898741150#,,,,*372521# US (Houston) Dial by your location +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using "Join Zoom Meeting" information on first page of this agenda). 1. General discussion and hear statements from citizens. ACTION ITEMS - Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary 2. Approve minutes from the regular meeting held February 25, 2026. Port Lavaca, TX RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETIN [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Mar 23, 2026

City Council Special/Workshop Meeting

Council to consider construction contract for Western Heights Streets and Drainage Project

The Port Lavaca City Council will hold a special/workshop meeting to consider approving the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2025 and awarding a construction contract for the Western Heights Streets and Drainage Project. The council will also discuss the job description and compensation for the Municipal Court Judge for the term June 30, 2026 through June 29, 2028. Additionally, the council will enter closed session to discuss personnel matters related to the Chief of Police and to deliberate on the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property.

Consider approval of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for FY ending September 30, 2025, by Pattillo, Brown & Hill, L.L.P.
Consider construction contract award for the Western Heights Streets and Drainage Project.
Closed session to discuss personnel matters concerning the Chief of Police (Section 551.074).
Closed session to deliberate on real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value (Section 551.072).
Discuss job description and compensation for the Municipal Court Judge for June 30, 2026 through June 29, 2028.

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✓ Decided: Council approves road contract and names acting police chief

The City Council approved the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2025 and awarded a construction contract for Western Heights improvements. Additionally, the council ratified a retirement agreement and appointed an acting Police Chief.

Approved FY2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (5-0)
Awarded $1,845,781.00 construction contract to Lester Contracting, Inc. for Western Heights project (5-0)
Ratified retirement agreement for Police Chief Colin Rangnow (5-0)
Named Detective James Weston Burris as Acting Chief of Police (5-0)

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL/WORKSHOP MEETING Monday, March 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a special and workshop meeting Monday, March 23, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a counc [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL/WORKSHOP MEETING March 23, 2026 Page 1 of 5 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL/WORKSHOP MEETING Monday, March 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 23 rd day of March, 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a special meeting and workshop session at 5:30 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL Jack Whitlow Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Vacant Seat Councilmember, District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilman, District 5 Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 And with the following absent: None Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING II. CALL TO ORDER • Mayor Whitlow called the special meeting to order at 5:31 p.m. and presided. III. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using “Join Zoom Meeting” information on first page of this agenda). • Mayor Whitlow [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Mar 18, 2026

Building and Standards Commission

Commission to hear case on substandard buildings

The Building and Standards Commission will hold a public hearing to determine if nine properties in Port Lavaca are in violation of substandard building codes. The meeting will be held at City Hall and via Zoom.

Public hearing on nine properties for substandard building violations
Approval of February 18, 2026 regular meeting minutes
Zoom meeting available for public participation
Meeting at City Council Chambers, 202 N. Virginia Street
Public comments limited to 3 minutes per individual

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✓ Decided: Commission declares several properties substandard

The Building and Standards Commission approved the February 18, 2026 meeting minutes. The Commission also held public hearings and declared seven specific properties or structures as substandard under the City Code of Ordinances.

Approved February 18, 2026 minutes (6-0)
Declared 807 S Ann substandard; granted 30 days for compliance (6-0)
Declared 223 Tommy substandard; granted 30 days for compliance (6-0)
Declared 106 E Alice Wilkins substandard; granted 90 days for compliance (6-0)
Declared 1505 Oren substandard; granted 30 days to provide a renovation plan (6-0)
Declared accessory structure at 1506 Johnny substandard; granted 30 days for compliance (6-0)
Declared 1610 Johnny substandard; granted 30 days to provide a renovation plan (6-0)
Declared 912 Broadway substandard; granted 60 days for compliance (6-0)

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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Building and Standards Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, March 18th, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Building and Standards Commission packet is subject to change during the meeting] CITY OF PORT LAVACA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Building and Standards Meeting Time: Mar 18, 2026 03:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87855713928?pwd=bCRiMRzxa889kA5qb5pnnCr6cdKMLX.1 Meeting ID: 878 5571 3928 Passcode: 007619 One tap mobile +13462487799,,87855713928#,,,,*007619# US (Houston) Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/87855713928/invitations?signature=Rjf5tYrXsFQqzehDe6UVyfO21 210Xm8WPSMwzOyQebI ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER Port Lavaca, TX BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION March 18, 2026 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC * (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak lon [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORTLAVACA § MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, March 18th, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Building and Standards Commission packet is subject to change during the meeting] ROLL CALL Annette Alonzo Chairperson Steve Marwitz Vice — Chairperson Billy McAfee Commission Member Ken Barr Commission Member Larry Nichols Commission Member Bridgette Williams Commission Member And with the following absent: Luis De La Garza (Zoom) Secretary Jeff Downs Commission Member Weston Burris Commission Member Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: CALL TO ORDER e Chairperson Alonzo called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. and presided. City of Port Lavaca, TX BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION March 18, 2026 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC * (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Mar 17, 2026

Regular Port Commission Meeting

Port Commission to discuss closed session and multiple harbor infrastructure projects

The Port Commission will consider consent agenda items including approval of minutes and the harbor master's inspection report. Reports will cover financials, the city manager's update on several grant-funded projects (CDBG-MIT, Restore, GLO CEPRA, MBMT, TxDOT), and harbor operations. The commission may also enter closed session for attorney consultation.

City Manager's report on CDBG-MIT Coastal Resiliency Living Shoreline Project
Restore cleanup of old barges in Smith Harbor
CDBG-MIT Round 2 application for culvert replacement under rail at Corporation Ditch at Harbor of Refuge
GLO CEPRA Grant for Harbor of Refuge Shoreline protection
Lease of Harbor of Refuge Tract 3

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✓ Decided: Port Commission approves increased funding for Harbor of Refuge fence repairs

The Port Commission approved an increased payment to split the cost of public dock fence repairs at Harbor of Refuge. The Commission also approved previous meeting minutes and the Harbor Master's February 2026 inspection reports.

Approved February 17, 2026, meeting minutes (7-0)
Approved February 2026 Harbor Master Inspection/Maintenance Report (7-0)
Approved $5,000 increase for Harbor of Refuge fence repairs, bringing total commitment to $12,500 (7-0)

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REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the Port Commission upon the request of the chairman, any member(s) of Port Commission and/or the City Attorney: Announcement by the Chairman that Port Commission will retire into closed session for consultation with City At torney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the Port Commission under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the Consent Agenda item are routine by the Port Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Port Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Port Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a meeting TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, to consider the following items of business: The meeting will also be [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this, the 17" day of March 2026, the Port Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a regular session at 3:30 p.m. in the regular meeting place in City Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following Commissioners in attendance: ROLL CALL: Raymond Butler Commissioner/Chairman Jerry Smith Commissioner/Secretary Larry Nichols Commissioner Louis Rubio Commissioner Jim Ward Commissioner Jamie O’Neil Commissioner Laurie Harvey Commissioner And the following Commissioners absent: None Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted. Port Lavaca, TX REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING March 17, 2026 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Raymond Butler called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. and presided. INVOCATION Commissioner Jim Ward gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairman Raymond Butler led the Pledge of Allegiance. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC — (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using “Join Zoom Meeting” information on the first page of this agenda. CONSENT AGENDA - The Port Commission will consider [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Mar 11, 2026

Planning Board Special Meeting

Planning Board to set meeting schedule and review planning context

The Port Lavaca Planning Board will meet to approve previous minutes, discuss board attendance requirements, and vote on future meeting dates. The board will also review a presentation on the city's planning context.

Approval of February 24, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes
Vote on board member attendance requirements
Vote on Planning Board meeting time and date
Review presentation on planning context and existing city

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PLANNING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Planning Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, March 11th, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Stree t, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Planning Board packet is subject to change during the meeting] CITY OF PORT LAVACA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Planning Board Special Meeting Time: Mar 11, 2026 05:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82883186933?pwd=Z2bFh9UXQ2Gt9EJA1Y5tY247y4v5kA.1 Meeting ID: 828 8318 6933 Passcode: 981718 One tap mobile +13462487799,,82883186933#,,,,*981718# US (Houston) Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/82883186933/invitations?signature=zbxlzx5oOeFRvbUhYLVTmIO 2csryHr8a736xi0dahC0 ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER Port Lavaca, TX PLANNING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING March 11, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary 1. Approval of Tuesday, February 24, 2026, Regular Meeti [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Mar 9, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

Council to consider issuing debt for Lynn's Bayou Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion

The Port Lavaca City Council will consider a resolution authorizing publication of a notice of intent to issue combination tax and surplus revenue certificates of obligation for the Lynn's Bayou Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion project. Other action items include second reading of an ordinance approving the TIRZ Number One project and financing plan, first readings of ordinances on traffic control signs, amusement machines, and a new congregate living facility, as well as multiple requests for event fee waivers and street closures. The council will also discuss personnel matters in closed session regarding the Interim City Manager and Chief of Police.

Consider Resolution R-030926-1 authorizing notice of intent to issue certificates of obligation for Lynn's Bayou Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion (Texas Water Development Board Project No. 73963)
Consider second reading of Ordinance S-1-26 approving the Project and Financing Plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Number One
Consider first readings of ordinances on traffic control signs in Original Townsite (G-2-26), amusement machines (G-3-26), congregate living facility regulations (G-4-26), and associated fees (G-5-26)
Consider requests for fee waivers and street closures for Juneteenth, Easter Sunrise Service, Memorial Day ceremony, and other community events
Consider award of Administration Services Agreement and approval of qualified engineers list for Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Relief (CDBG-DR) grant application

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✓ Decided: Council authorizes wastewater plant expansion notice and facility uses

The City Council approved a resolution to publish a notice of intention regarding the Lynn’s Bayou Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion. Additionally, council approved requests for press association convention facilities and a mobile photo booth vehicle at the Bauer Community Center.

Approved publication of Notice of Intention for Lynn’s Bayou Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion (5-0)
Approved use of Nautical Landings and Lighthouse Beach Pavilion for press association convention (5-0)
Approved request for Snappy Company to bring a vehicle into Bauer Community Center (5-0)

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, March 09, 2026 at 6:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Monday, March 09, 2026 beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business. [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject t [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING March 09, 2026 Page 1 of 26 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, March 09, 2026 at 6:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 9th day of March 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a regular session at 6:30 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL Jack Whitlow Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Vacant Seat Council Member, District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilwoman, District 5 Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 And with the following absent: None Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: II. CALL TO ORDER • Mayor Whitlow called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and presided. III. INVOCATION • Former Councilman Jim Ward, District 5, gave the invocation. IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • Mayor Whitlow – Pledge of Allegiance. V. PRESENTATION(S) BY THE MAYOR (None) Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING March 09, 2026 Page 2 of 26 VI. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer i [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Feb 25, 2026

Recreation and Parks Board Meeting

Board to consider free admission to Lighthouse Beach Park for disabled veterans

The board will hear public comments, approve minutes from January, and receive reports on inspections, park assignments, finances, and the RV park. They will consider a proposal to offer free admission to Lighthouse Beach Park for disabled veterans. A discussion of the preliminary draft Recreation and Parks Trails Master Plan by LJA Architects is scheduled, along with updates on 2025-2026 capital improvement projects.

Approve minutes from January 19, 2026 meeting
Consider providing free admission to Lighthouse Beach Park to disabled veterans
Discuss preliminary public draft of the Recreation and Parks Trails Master Plan
Receive update on 2025-2026 CIP including Butterfly Park fence, Wilson Park basketball courts, raised crosswalk at Lighthouse Beach, three new cabanas, shoreline restoration, and dredging of boat ramp channel
Receive monthly reports on inspections, finances, and Lighthouse Beach RV Park and Campground

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✓ Decided: Board recommends free Lighthouse Beach admission for disabled veterans

The Recreation and Parks Board approved the January 19 meeting minutes and recommended that City Council provide free admission to Lighthouse Beach for disabled veterans. The board also reviewed updates on park maintenance, financial status, and several ongoing capital improvement projects.

Approved January 19, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
Recommended City Council provide free admission to Lighthouse Beach for disabled veterans (4-0)

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RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 12:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Recreation and Parks Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, February 25, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject to change during the meeting] Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82312112997?pwd=NcotIRMYfotF6bweA3ppbDa9sPGIF8.1 Meeting ID: 823 1211 2997 Passcode: 228548 One Tap Mobile Dial by your location +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using "Join Zoom Meeting" information on first page of this agenda). 1. General discussion and hear statements from citizens. ACTION ITEMS - Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary Port Lavaca, TX RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING February 25, 2026 2. Approve minutes from the regular meeting held January 19, 2026. 3. Receive Monthly [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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City of Port Lavaca, TX RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING February 25, 2026 RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 12:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN' § CITY OF PORTLAVACA § On this the 25" day of February, 2026, the Recreation and Parks Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in regular session at 12:00 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas with the following members in attendance: ROLL CALL Mac Sistrunk Chairman William “Bill” Reagan Board Member Gregory Falcon Board Member Socorro Cantu Board Member And with the following absent: Olga Szela Vice Chairwoman Mary Lou Tharling Board Member Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: CALL TO ORDER Chairman Mac Sistrunk called the meeting to order at 12:01 p.m. and presided. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using "Join Zoom Meeting" information on first page of this agenda). 1. General discussion and hear statements from citizens. Chairman Mac Sistrunk announced that the next Recreation and Parks Board Meeting will be Wednesday, March 25, 2026. No additional comments were made. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Feb 24, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board to discuss variance and conceptual plans

The Port Lavaca Planning Board will meet to approve January minutes, discuss a variance for a carport at 800 Elm St., and review a conceptual plan for an ice machine at 405 S. Benavides St.

Approval of January 27, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes
Variance request for carport encroaching into front yard setbacks at 800 Elm St.
Conceptual plan approval for Ice Machine at 405 S. Benavides St.
Review of possible amendments to City of Port Lavaca Code of Ordinances

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✓ Decided: Planning board approved a carport variance and ice machine site plan

The Port Lavaca Planning Board unanimously recommended approval of a front-yard setback variance for a residence at 800 Elm St. and a conceptual site plan for an ice machine business at 405 S. Benavides St., both passing 5-0. These decisions affect local property boundaries and commercial development standards, with the latter requiring compliance with landscape rules and using state grant funds for sidewalk work. The board also discussed proposed amendments to amusement machine regulations and shared living home occupancy limits but took no formal action on those items.

Approved January 27 meeting minutes (5-0)
Recommended approval of a front-yard setback variance at 800 Elm St. (5-0)
Recommended approval of an ice machine conceptual plan at 405 S. Benavides St. (5-0)
Discussed proposed amusement machine and shared living home ordinances (no action taken)

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PLANNING BOARD Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Planning Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Tuesday, February 24, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street , Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Planning Board packet is subject to change during the meeting] CITY OF PORT LAVACA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Planning Board Time: Feb 24, 2026 05:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88478594061?pwd=9GlalNILY4EfJfu7sjjTtzDSzatuVW.1 Meeting ID: 884 7859 4061 Passcode: 956257 One tap mobile +13462487799,,88478594061#,,,,*956257# US (Houston) Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/88478594061/invitations?signature=4KV5l3JJ_wRBVTYzBOxrdNy ZAyzvcIGITziLs4ylBzQ ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER Port Lavaca, TX PLANNING BOARD February 24, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary 1. Approval of Tuesday, January 27, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes 2. Discuss and consider the reques [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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PLANNING BOARD Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORTLAVACA § MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Tuesday, February 24, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: ROLL CALL PRESENT Justin Weaver Chairman Cynthia Escalera Board Member Gary Crone Board Member Lindy Cain Board Member Sheryl Cuellar Board Member ABSENT Steve Butler Board Member Betty Birdwell Board Member CALL TO ORDER e Chairman Weaver called the meeting to order at 5:36 p.m. and presided. City of Port Lavaca, TX PLANNING BOARD February 24, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. 1. Approval of Tuesday, January 27, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes Motion made by L. Cain NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, January 27", 2026, minutes of the Regular Planning Board Meeting Minutes are hereby approved. Seconded by C. Escalera Voting Aye: Chairman J. Weaver, Board Member Cynthia Escalera, Board Member Gary Crone, Baard Member Lindy Cain, Board Member Sheryl Cuellar Voting Nayes: None 2. Discuss and consider the request [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Feb 23, 2026

City Council Special/Workshop Meeting

Council to consider construction contract for Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust Phase 2

The City Council will vote on awarding a construction contract for Phase 2 of the Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust downtown public access improvements. It will also approve a justification letter and a resolution to transfer ownership of Main Street from Virginia Street to Commerce Street from TxDOT to the city. In the workshop portion, council members will discuss issuing a notice of intent for bonds to fund a wastewater treatment plant expansion, amendments to the amusement‑machine ordinance, and a new ordinance regulating shared‑living homes.

Award construction contract for Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust Downtown Public Access improvements, Phase 2
Approve justification letter to TxDOT for transferring Main Street ownership from Virginia Street to Commerce Street
Approve Resolution No. R‑022326‑1 to request transfer of Main Street from TxDOT to the city
Discuss issuing a Notice of Intent to issue bonds for Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion (to be considered at the March 9, 2026 regular council meeting)
Discuss proposed amendments to the amusement‑machine section of the Code of Ordinances and a new ordinance regulating shared‑living homes

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✓ Decided: City Council approves waterfront construction contract and TxDOT road ownership transfer

The City Council approved a $238,848.75 contract for downtown waterfront improvements. They also approved a justification letter and resolution to request that TxDOT transfer ownership of Main Street to the City.

Approved construction contract for Downtown Waterfront Phase 2 to Lester Contracting, Inc. ($238,848.75) (5-0)
Approved justification letter to TxDOT regarding Main Street ownership transfer (5-0)
Approved Resolution No. R-022326-1 requesting transfer of Main Street from TxDOT to the City (5-0)

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL/WORKSHOP MEETING Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a special and workshop meeting Monday, February 23, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virgi nia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL/WORKSHOP MEETING February 23, 2026 Page 1 of 7 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL/WORKSHOP MEETING Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 23 rd day of February, 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a special meeting and workshop session at 5:30 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the follo wing members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL Jack Whitlow Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Vacant Seat Councilmember, District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilman, District 5 Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 And with the following absent: None Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING II. CALL TO ORDER • Mayor Whitlow called the special meeting to order at 5:31 p.m. and presided. • Mayor Whitlow read aloud a proclamation for the “Rotary International Day” III. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Feb 18, 2026

Building and Standards Commission

Commission to hold hearings on 9 substandard buildings

The Building and Standards Commission will hold public hearings on nine properties cited as substandard under city code, consider whether each structure is unsafe, and decide on orders to remedy. They will also vote on approval of the January 21, 2026 meeting minutes.

Approval of Jan 21, 2026 meeting minutes
Public hearing for Case #150: 314 Leona (NE 1/2 of 7 & 8, Block 43)
Public hearing for Case #151: 518 N Ann (Tilley Block A)
Public hearing for Case #152: 618 S Ann (Block 30, Lot 11)
Public hearing for Case #153: 618 S Virginia TRLR C (Block 19, Lot 11)

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✓ Decided: Commission declares six properties substandard

The Building and Standards Commission declared six different properties in violation of city ordinances. The commission established specific timeframes for owners to bring these properties into compliance before demolition or liens are pursued.

Approved January 21, 2026 meeting minutes (8-0)
Declared 314 Leona substandard; allowed 30 days for compliance (7-1)
Declared 518 N Ann substandard; allowed 10 days for a plan and 30 days for compliance (6-1, 1 abstention)
Declared 618 S Ann substandard; allowed 10 days for a plan and 60 days for compliance (6-2)
Declared 618 S Virginia Trlr C substandard; allowed 30 days for compliance (8-0)
Declared 2121 W Austin substandard; allowed 30 days for compliance (8-0)
Declared 602 Border substandard; allowed 60 days for compliance (8-0)

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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Building and Standards Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, February 18, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Building and Standards Commission packet is subject to change during the meeting] CITY OF PORT LAVACA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Building and Standards Meeting Time: Feb 18, 2026 03:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84939933796?pwd=1NZAiv6SRxjqdvsPI8kVTJaDX6THGw.1 Meeting ID: 849 3993 3796 Passcode: 595901 One tap mobile +13462487799,,84939933796#,,,,*595901# US (Houston) Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/84939933796/invitations?signature=FDV_JsRLuIurRX6zSZGalZtvP ORn5xsyIPgLdEMGKbI ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER Port Lavaca, TX BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION February 18, 2026 COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC * (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to sp [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORTLAVACA § MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, February 18, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Building and Standards Commission packet is subject to change during the meeting] ROLL CALL Annette Alonzo Chairperson Steve Marwitz Vice — Chairperson Luis De La Garza Secretary Jeff Downs Commission Member Weston Burris Commission Member Billy McAfee Commission Member Ken Barr Commission Member Bridgette Williams Commission Member And with the following absent: Larry Nichols Commission Member Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: City of Port Lavaca, TX BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION February 18, 2026 CALL TO ORDER ¢ Chairperson Alonzo called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. and presided. . COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC * (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with y [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Feb 17, 2026

Regular Port Commission Meeting

Port Commission to review bids for waterfront improvement Phase 2

The Port Commission will meet to consider routine consent agenda items including approval of January meeting minutes and the harbor master's report. Commissioners will also receive financial reports and a city manager's update on multiple grant-funded projects. The main action item is a review of bids for the Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust Grant Downtown Waterfront Public Access Improvement Phase 2, with a recommendation to City Council on a construction contract award.

Review bids and recommend construction contract award for Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust Grant Downtown Waterfront Public Access Improvement Phase 2
Receive harbor master's inspection and maintenance report for January 2026
Receive financial reports including tariff, aging, payment, revenue and expenditure, balance sheet, and profit/loss reports
City manager's report covers CDBG-MIT Coastal Resilience Living Shoreline Project, ReStore barge cleanup, culvert replacement, GLO CEPRA grant, MBMT waterfront access, TxDOT truck route signs, SBA Steel parking area, Harbor of Refuge boat ramp, TxDOT Maritime Division, and lease of Harbor of Refuge Tract 3
Receive harbor master's operations, promotion, and development activity report for city harbor, Nautical Landings, Smith Harbor, and Harbor of Refuge

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✓ Decided: Port Commission recommends $238,848 waterfront parking and sidewalk contract (6-0)

The Port Commission approved January meeting minutes and a harbor maintenance report. Commissioners unanimously recommended awarding a $238,848.75 construction contract to Lester Contracting, Inc. for parking lot and sidewalk improvements at the downtown waterfront, which will expand public access and vehicle capacity before City Council votes on it. The commission also received routine financial and operational updates without taking further action.

Approved January 20, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
Approved Harbor Master’s January 2026 inspection and maintenance report (6-0)
Recommended awarding a $238,848.75 construction contract to Lester Contracting, Inc. for downtown waterfront parking lot and sidewalk improvements (6-0)

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REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the Port Commission upon the request of the chairman, any member(s) of Port Commission and/or the City Attorney: Announcement by the Chairman that Port Commission will retire into closed session for consultation with City At torney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the Port Commission under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the Consent Agenda item are routine by the Port Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Port Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Port Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a meeting on Tuesday, FEBRUARY 17, 2026, beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, P ort Lavaca, Texas, to consider the following items of business: The meeting wi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this, the 17" day of February 2026, the Port Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a regular session at 3:30 p.m. in the regular meeting place in City Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following Commissioners in attendance: ROLL CALL: . Raymond Butler Commissioner/Chairman Jerry Smith Commissioner/Secretary Larry Nichols Commissioner Louis Rubio Commissioner Jim Ward Commissioner Laurie Harvey Commissioner And the following Commissioner absent: Jamie O’Neil Commissioner Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Raymond Butler called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. and presided. Port Lavaca, TX REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING February 17, 2026 INVOCATION Commissioner Jim Ward gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairman Raymond Butler led the Pledge of Allegiance. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC — (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using “Join Zoom Meeting” information on the first page of this agenda. CONSENT AGENDA - The Port Commission will consi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Feb 9, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

Council to consider final reading of residential solid waste rate increase

The Port Lavaca City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 9, 2026, to consider several action items, including the second and final reading of an ordinance increasing residential garbage/brush/bulk collection rates. Other substantive items include a first reading of a tax increment reinvestment zone (TIRZ) project and financing plan, approval of a $61,650 contract for engineering services for the Clement Cove Boardwalk and Walking Trail, and a 5-year lease agreement with Equalizer, Inc. for Harbor of Refuge Tract 3. The council will also receive the annual police racial profiling report and discuss amendments to HR policies before retiring into closed session.

Second reading of Ordinance G-1-26 amending residential solid waste collection rates (Sec 38-29)
First reading of Ordinance S-1-26 approving a project and financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1
Consider approval of Urban Engineering Task Order No. 38-R for $61,650 for Clement Cove Boardwalk and Walking Trail engineering
Consider approval of a 5-year lease agreement with Equalizer, Inc. for Harbor of Refuge Tract 3 (three 5-year extensions available)
Consider approval of the 2026 Agreement with the YMCA for operation of the City Pool

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✓ Decided: Council approves grants for birding festival and Clement Cove wetlands path

The City Council approved two Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust contracts to fund birding festival tours and a new pedestrian/bike trail. Additionally, the council approved an engineering task order for the Clement Cove project.

Approved Ratify Lease at City Harbor Tracts 7, 8, 11 with Federation at Southern Co-op (5-1)
Approved Change Order No. 1 for City Hall Security Upgrade (5-1)
Approved MBMT Contract No. 105 for Mid-Coast Birding Festival tours ($16,250.00) (5-0)
Approved MBMT Contract No. 107 for Clement Cove Wetlands Public Access Shared Use Path ($549,800.00) (5-0)
Approved Urban Engineering Task Order No. 38-R for Clement Cove services ($61,650.00) (5-0)

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, February 09, 2026 at 6:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Monday, February 09, 2026 beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, P ort Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business. [After publication, any information in a council packet is su [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING February 09, 2026 Page 1 of 13 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, February 09, 2026 at 6:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 9th day of February 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a regular session at 6:30 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL Jack Whitlow Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Vacant Seat Council Member, District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilwoman, District 5 Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 And with the following absent: None Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: II. CALL TO ORDER • Mayor Whitlow called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m. and presided. III. INVOCATION • Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart gave the invocation. IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • Mayor Whitlow – Pledge of Allegiance. V. PRESENTATION(S) BY THE MAYOR • Proclamation for: o Rotary Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention Month Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING February 09, 2026 Page 2 of 13 VI. COMMENTS FROM THE PUB [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Jan 28, 2026

Recreation and Parks Board Meeting

Board to review Wilson Park masterplan and trail plan

The Recreation and Parks Board will meet to discuss a conceptual masterplan for Wilson Park, a preliminary draft of the Recreation and Parks Trails Master Plan by LJA Architects, and a proposed TPWD Boating Access grant for Lighthouse Beach Boat Ramp Basin improvements. The board will also receive financial reports, inspection updates, and approve previous meeting minutes.

Review and discuss conceptual masterplan for Wilson Park
Receive and discuss preliminary public draft of the Recreation and Parks Trails Master Plan by LJA Architects
Discuss proposed TPWD Boating Access grant for improvements to Lighthouse Beach Boat Ramp Basin and entrance channel
Receive quarterly Public Works Report (10/01/2025 – 12/31/2025) and monthly inspections report
Receive financial status report on Parks and Recreation Department

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✓ Decided: The Recreation and Parks Board approved the October 22, 2025 meeting minutes

The board reviewed several reports including park assignments, public works updates, and a conceptual masterplan for Wilson Park. No substantive actions or votes were taken on the presented reports or proposals.

Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)

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RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 12:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Recreation and Parks Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wenesday, January 28, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council packet is subject to change during the meeting] Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84077942314?pwd=kQEGtABaZl6ljQIpoNi0wtGCsRFgLl.1 Meeting ID: 840 7794 2314 Passcode: 674143 One Tap Mobile +13462487799,,84077942314#,,,,*674143# US (Houston) Dial by your location +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using "Join Zoom Meeting" information on first page of this agenda). 1. General discussion and hear statements from citizens. Port Lavaca, TX RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING January 28, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary 2. Approve minutes from the regular [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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City of Port Lavaca, TX RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING January 28, 2026 RECREATION AND PARKS BOARD MEETING Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 12:00 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORTLAVACA § On this the 28" day of January, 2026, the Recreation and Parks Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in regular session at 12:00 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas with the following members in attendance: ROLL CALL Mac Sistrunk Chairman Olga Szela Vice Chairwoman William “Bill” Reagan Board Member Gregory Falcon Board Member Mary Lou Tharling Board Member Socorro Cantu Board Member And with the following absent: None Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: CALL TO ORDER Chairman Mac Sistrunk called the meeting to order at 12:02 p.m. and presided. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using "Join Zoom Meeting" information on first page of this agenda). 1. General discussion and hear statements from citizens. Chairman Mac Sistrunk announced that the next Recreation and Parks Board Meeting will be Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Page 1 of 4 City of Port Lava [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jan 27, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board to approve minutes and discuss code amendments

The Port Lavaca Planning Board will vote on the approval of the December 16, 2025 special meeting minutes. The board will also discuss possible future amendments to chapters 12 and 42 of the City of Port Lavaca Code of Ordinances. Public comments are allowed for up to three minutes per speaker.

Approve December 16, 2025 special meeting minutes
Discuss future amendments to Chapter 12 of the City Code of Ordinances
Discuss future amendments to Chapter 42 of the City Code of Ordinances

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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves December special meeting minutes

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the Special Meeting held on December 16, 2025. The Board discussed potential amendments to Chapters 12 and 42 of the City Code regarding boarding houses and member attendance requirements, but no formal action was taken on those items.

Approved December 16, 2025 Special Meeting Minutes (5-0)

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PLANNING BOARD Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Planning Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Tuesday, January 27, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m. , at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street , Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Planning Board packet is subject to change during the meeting] CITY OF PORT LAVACA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Planning Board Meeting Time: Jan 27, 2026 05:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85139116078?pwd=8BpqxvVSlAKabx7LkDjhlhNIc30b7m.1 Meeting ID: 851 3911 6078 Passcode: 932622 One tap mobile +13462487799,,85139116078#,,,,*932622# US (Houston) Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/85139116078/invitations?signature=t83g3Kno7CAZT4Tb8KU4YXy xqfrFeCpFxqfOFYpVH-s ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER Port Lavaca, TX PLANNING BOARD January 27, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary 1. Consider approval of Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Special Meeting Minutes. 2. Discuss and con [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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PLANNING BOARD Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORTLAVACA § MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Tuesday, January 27, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m. , at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: ROLL CALL PRESENT Justin Weaver Chairman Gary Grone | Board Member Cynthia Escalera Board Member Steve Butler Board Member Lindy Cain Board Member ABSENT Betty Birdwell Board Member Sheryl Cuellar Board Member CALL TO ORDER ° Chairman Weaver called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. and presided | City of Port Lavaca, TX PLANNING BOARD January 27, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Board will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary ; ; . 1. Consider approval of Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Special Meeting Minutes. Motion made by L. Cain NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, December 16th, 2025, minutes of the Special Planning Board Meeting Minutes are hereby approved Seconded by Board G. Grone Voting Aye: Chairman J. Weaver, Board Member Lindy Cain, Board Member Cynthia Escalera, Board Member Gary Grone, Board Member Steve Butler Voting Nayes: None 2. Discuss and consi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jan 26, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

City Council to discuss waste, road closures, and grant applications

The Port Lavaca City Council will consider a 3-year extension for Republic Services, temporary road closures for the Port Lavaca Art Walk and Iguana Fest, and various grant applications for shoreline projects and police equipment.

Republic Services 3-year contract extension
Temporary Main Street closure for Port Lavaca Art Walk
Temporary Main Street closure for Iguana Fest
Police Radio Equipment Upgrade grant application
Living Shoreline Project construction contract award

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✓ Decided: Council approves street closures for Art Walk and Iguana Fest events

The City Council approved several temporary street closures and fee waivers for upcoming community events. Additional items regarding solid waste rates and a wastewater grant were presented but required no action.

Approved Main Street closure for Port Lavaca Art Walk on March 7, 2026 (4-0)
Approved Colorado and Guadalupe street closures for Port Lavaca Art Walk on March 7, 2026 (4-0)
Approved Main Street closure for Iguana Fest from April 3 to April 5, 2026 (4-0)
Approved Colorado and Guadalupe street closures for Iguana Fest on April 4, 2026 (4-0)

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a special meeting Monday, January 26, 2026 beginning at 5:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Po rt Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in a council packet is subj [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING January 26, 2026 Page 1 of 11 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 26 th day of January 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL Jack Whitlow Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Vacant Seat Councilm ember, District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilman, District 5 And with the following absent: Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING II. CALL TO ORDER • Mayor Whitlow called the meeting to order at 5:37 p.m. and presided. III. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using “Join Zoom Meeting” information on first page of this agenda). • Mayor Whitlow asked for comments from the public and there were none. IV. ACTION ITEMS - Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Jan 21, 2026

Building and Standards Commission

Building and Standards Commission to review minutes and board training

The Port Lavaca Building and Standards Commission will meet to approve the December 17, 2025 regular meeting minutes and conduct training for newly appointed board members. The meeting will be held at City Hall and streamed via Zoom.

Approval of December 17, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
Training for newly appointed board members
Public comments via Zoom (3-minute limit)

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✓ Decided: Commission approved prior minutes and adopted new property review process

The Building and Standards Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the December 17, 2025 meeting. The commission agreed to add a standing agenda item so members can request specific properties for discussion at future meetings. It also approved a revised hearing process that reviews each property individually before moving to the next. The meeting was adjourned at 4:37 p.m.

Approved Dec 17 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
Agreed to add standing agenda item for property requests
Agreed to revise hearing process to review each property individually

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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING AGENDA Building and Standards Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, January 21, 2025 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Building and Standards Commission packet is subject to change during the meeting] CITY OF PORT LAVACA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Building and Standards Meeting Time: Jan 21, 2026 03:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81521434826?pwd=4CZ9ZiFGtTLlRjka6zhlt1bT7aXIen.1 Meeting ID: 815 2143 4826 Passcode: 504082 One tap mobile +13462487799,,81521434826#,,,,*504082# US (Houston) Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/81521434826/invitations?signature=FetIaqyF6d7LKJ8j36zaOnGSb4 S99B7ZVhQtfA5tHmU ROLL CALL CALL TO ORDER Port Lavaca, TX BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION January 21, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORTLAVACA § MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Building and Standards Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Wednesday, January 21, 2025 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: [After publication, any information in the Building and Standards Commission packet is subject to change during the meeting] ROLL CALL Annette Alonzo Chairperson Steve Marwitz * Vice — Chairperson Luis De La Garza Secretary Jeff Downs Commission Member Weston Burris Commission Member Billy McAfee Commission Member Larry Nichols Commission Member Ken Barr Commission Member | Bridgette Williams Commission Member * Commission Member S. Marwitz was late for meeting arrival during action item #2 Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: CALL TO ORDER e Chairperson Alonzo called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. and presided. a City of Port Lavaca, TX BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION January 21, 2026 ACTION ITEMS - Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary 1. Approval of Wednesday, December 17, 2025 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jan 20, 2026

Regular Port Commission Meeting

Port Commission to review bids for Living Shoreline Project and consider contract award

The Port Commission will review bids for the CDBG-MIT Living Shoreline Project and consider recommending a contract award to City Council. They will also discuss a roofing quote for the Nautical Landing Building, review lease costs for the Federation and Equalizer leases, and go into closed session to deliberate real property matters. Several routine reports and a consent agenda are also scheduled.

Review bids for CDBG-MIT Living Shoreline Project and consider recommendation of contract award to City Council
Review and discuss quote from Pilot Roofing for Nautical Landing Building
Review and discuss Federation lease to determine cost
Review and discuss Equalizer lease at Harbor of Refuge Tract 3
Closed session to deliberate purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property (two items)

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✓ Decided: Port Commission recommends $10.2M Living Shoreline contract

The Port Commission approved the December 16, 2025 minutes and the Harbor Master's December 2025 inspection report. It unanimously recommended that the City Council award a $10,247,134 contract to Maverick Constructors for the CDBG‑MIT Living Shoreline project and a $407,000 contract to Taylor Marine for the Shoreline Clean‑Up project. The commission also approved a $3,700 per month lease agreement for the Federation.

Approved Dec 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
Approved Harbor Master's Dec 2025 inspection report (unanimous)
Recommended $407,000 contract to Taylor Marine for Shoreline Clean‑Up (unanimous)
Recommended $10,247,134 contract to Maverick Constructors for Living Shoreline (unanimous)
Recommended $3,700/month lease for the Federation (unanimous)
Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

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REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 3:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the Port Commission upon the request of the chairman, any member(s) of Port Commission and/or the City Attorney: Announcement by the Chairman that Port Commission will retire into closed session for consultation with City Attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the Port Commission under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the Consent Agenda item are routine by the Port Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Port Commission will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the Port Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a meeting TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2026 beginning at 3:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business: The meeting will also be availabl [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. City Council Chambers j 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, TX 77979 STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § MINUTES On this the 20tl1 day of January 2026, the Port Commission of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a regular session at 3 :30 p.m. in the regular meeting place in City Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following Commissioners in attendance: ROLL CALL: Raymond Butler Jim Ward Larry Nichols Jamie O'Neil Louis Rubio Commissioner/Chairman Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Laurie Harvey Commissioner And the following Commissioner absent: Jerry Smith Commissioner/Secretary Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Raymond Butler called the meeting to order at 3:31 p.m. and presided. Port Lavaca, TX REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING January 20, 2026 INVOCATION Commissioner Larry Nichols_gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairman Raymond Butler led the Pledge of Allegiance. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - (Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting by logging on with your computer and using "Join Zoom Meeting" information on the first page of this agenda. CONSENT AGENDA - The Po [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jan 12, 2026

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council to discuss budget amendment and sanitation rate changes

The Port Lavaca City Council will convene on January 12, 2026, to discuss a budget amendment for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and consider a first reading of an ordinance amending residential solid waste collection rates. The council will also receive a resignation letter from a council member and review bids for a sanitary sewer improvement project.

Receive resignation letter from Council Member Wayne Allen Tippit, Jr.
Consider first reading of ordinance amending residential garbage collection rates
Consider second and final reading of budget amendment for 2025-2026 fiscal year
Review bids for TXCDBG Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project (Contract No. CDV23-0209)
Consider appointment to Port Commission Board to fill a vacancy

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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING The following item will be addressed at this or any other meeting of the city council upon the request of the mayor, any member(s) of council and/or the city attorney: Announcement by the mayor that council will retire into closed session for consultation with city attorney on matters in which the duty of the attorney to the city council under the Texas disciplinary rules of professional conduct of the state bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the open meetings act (title 5, chapter 551, section 551.071(2) of the Texas government code). (All matters listed under the consent agenda item are routine by the city council and will be enacted by one motion. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and will be considered separately.) AGENDA Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary. MEETING PROCEDURE Public notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, will hold a regular meeting Monday, January 12, 2026 beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Po rt Lavaca, Texas to consider the following items of business. [After publication, any information in a council packet is subj [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING January 12, 2026 Page 1 of 10 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 12th day of January 2026, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a regular session at 6:30 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL Jack Whitlow Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Vacant Seat Council Member, District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilwoman, District 5 Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 And with the following absent: None Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: II. CALL TO ORDER • Mayor Whitlow called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. and presided. III. INVOCATION • Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart gave the invocation. IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • Mayor Whitlow – Pledge of Allegiance. V. PRESENTATION(S) BY THE MAYOR • There were no presentations. Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING January 12, 2026 Page 2 of 10 VI. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - Limited to 3 minutes per individual unle [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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