Rockport public meetings in 2022
118 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Charter Review Commission
The Rockport Charter Review Commission will hold a public hearing to consider its draft final report on proposed amendments to the City Charter, then discuss and possibly act on the report for submission to the City Council. The agenda also includes discussion on rules for public testimony and whether to hold another meeting. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the draft report.
- Public hearing on draft final report regarding proposed Charter amendments
- Discussion and possible action on draft final report to City Council
- Discussion and possible action on rules on public testimony
- Discussion on whether to hold another Charter Review Commission meeting
- Approval of December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
Municipal Court
This is the docket for the Rockport Municipal Court's December 16, 2022, Zoom session, listing numerous cases with preliminary hearings at 9:00 AM and show cause hearings at 9:30 AM. The agenda is a routine court docket, not a policy-making meeting.
- Juvenile theft cases (JV220003, JV220004, JV220006, JV220005) with $581 balances, items returned in some cases
- Juvenile curfew violation (JV220010) with $219 balance
- Multiple no liability insurance cases with $400 balances (e.g., Benavidez, Bernal)
- Show cause hearings for unpaid fines, including cases with no payments since 2021
- Indigency designations on several cases (e.g., Chetwood, Fortin, Gunter)
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court is holding in-person hearings for Rockport Middle School and High School students and their parents regarding truancy and parent-contributing-to-non-attendance cases. The court will also conduct a show-cause hearing via Zoom.
- Truancy cases for students including Lilly Brewster, Viviana Davila, Jayvien Arrisola, and others
- Parent-contributing-to-non-attendance cases for parents including Jean Castillo, Shawna Rinche, Maryann Sellers, and others
- Show Cause hearing at 8:30 a.m. via Zoom
- Middle School hearings at 9:00 a.m. in person
- High School hearings at 9:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. in person
City Council
The Rockport City Council agenda notes a possible quorum of council members at the Rockport Charter Review Commission meeting on December 14, 2022. This notice is posted for Texas Open Meetings Act compliance and is informational only; no decisions or actions are scheduled for the City Council.
Charter Review Commission
The Rockport Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss and possibly approve recommended changes to the City of Rockport Charter, including reviewing previous votes on Articles I-XII and considering additional amendments. They will also discuss a draft final report to the City Council. Public comments will be heard at the start of the meeting.
- Discussion and possible action on previous items voted for recommended changes in Articles I-XII of the City Charter
- Discussion and possible action on additional amendments to the City Charter
- Discussion on draft final report to City Council
- Approval of meeting minutes from December 7, 2022
Charter Review Commission
The Rockport Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss and possibly approve recommended changes to the City Charter, covering Articles I through XII, and consider additional amendments. They will also discuss a draft final report to the City Council. Public comments are invited, with a 30-minute total limit.
- Discussion and possible action on previous items voted for recommended changes in Articles I-XII of the City Charter
- Discussion and possible action on additional amendments to the City Charter
- Discussion on draft final report to City Council
- Approval of December 7, 2022 meeting minutes
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 13, 2022, to discuss and act on a range of items, including public hearings for a conditional use permit for an RV park, alley and right-of-way closures, and several contracts and resolutions. The agenda also includes a presentation on the potential sale of the city's gas utility system and various administrative items.
- Conditional Use Permit for 15 RV sites at 1030 Airport Road (Fulton Out Lots, Lot 38)
- Contract award to J.M. Davidson, Inc. for bulkhead replacement on Nassau Drive (Hurricane Harvey damage)
- Contract award to JE Construction Services LLC for pavement repairs on Traylor Street
- Resolution to transfer surplus police firearms to Town of Fulton Police Department
- Agreement with Flock Safety, Inc. for six automatic license plate cameras
City Council
The Rockport City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on a conditional use permit for an RV park at 1030 Airport Road and on three requests to close/abandon alleyways and rights-of-way. The council will also consider several contracts, including a bulkhead replacement on Nassau Drive, pavement repairs on Traylor Street, and delinquent tax collection services, as well as a presentation on the potential sale of the city's gas utility. Consent agenda items include police surplus firearms transfer, interlocal agreements, and a license plate camera contract.
- Public hearing and first reading of ordinance for Conditional Use Permit for 15 RV sites at 1030 Airport Road (Fulton Out Lots, Lot 38, 14.70 acres)
- Contract award to J.M. Davidson, Inc. for failed bulkhead replacement on Nassau Drive (Hurricane Harvey damage)
- Contract award to JE Construction Services LLC for pavement repairs along Traylor Street
- Resolution authorizing agreement with Flock Safety, Inc. for six fixed pole-mounted Automatic License Plate cameras
- Presentation on status of City of Rockport Gas Utility System and potential sale
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court will conduct non-jury hearings for 10 cases on December 12, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. via Zoom. The docket includes traffic violations such as driving with a suspended license, seat belt violations, and defective equipment, as well as misdemeanor offenses like criminal mischief and public intoxication.
- Driving While License Invalid/Suspended (Alcario Baros)
- Criminal Mischief Under $100 (William Bowen)
- Public Intoxication (William Bowen)
- Fail to Yield Right of Way-Turning Left (Kenneth Dagley)
- Seat Belt Violation (Anne Roden)
City Council
The Rockport City Council posted a notice that a quorum of council members may attend the Rockport Charter Review Commission meeting on December 7, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. This is an informational notice under the Texas Open Meetings Act and does not constitute a City Council meeting.
Charter Review Commission
The Rockport Charter Review Commission will meet to approve minutes from November 30, 2022, and continue its section-by-section review of the City Charter, focusing on Articles VII, X, and XI. They will also discuss and possibly act on previously recommended changes to Articles I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VIII, IX, and XII. The meeting is open to public comment, with a 30-minute total limit for citizen participation.
- Approve minutes of November 30, 2022, Charter Review Commission meeting
- Discuss and act on previous recommended changes to Charter Articles I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VIII, IX, and XII
- Section-by-section review of Charter Articles VII, X, and XI for possible changes
- Public comment period limited to 3 minutes per item, max 9 minutes per person, 30 minutes total
Charter Review Commission
The Rockport Charter Review Commission meets to discuss and possibly act on recommended changes to multiple articles in the city charter, including Articles I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VIII, IX, and XII, as well as a section-by-section review of Articles VII, X, and XI. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public participation.
- Review and possible action on recommended changes to Articles I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VIII, IX, and XII of the City of Rockport Charter
- Section-by-section review of City of Rockport Charter, focusing on Articles VII, X, and XI
- Approval of Charter Review Commission Meeting Minutes from November 30, 2022
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court will hold pre-trial hearings for 14 cases on December 1, 2022, including traffic violations, drug paraphernalia possession, public intoxication, and city ordinance violations. Cases involve video evidence and attorney representation, with some set for jury trials and others for non-jury hearings.
- 14 pre-trial hearings scheduled, including traffic violations (e.g., ran stop sign/light, fail to control speed)
- Drug paraphernalia possession cases for Erica Fell and Matthew Mendez (atty rep)
- Public intoxication and possession of tobacco by minor for Matthew Mendez (atty rep)
- City ordinance violations for Adrian Gonzalez, Felix Gonzalez, and Jodi Savage
- Fail to stop at designated point for Jennifer Self (video submitted) and fail to appear for Erica Fell
Charter Review Commission
The Rockport Charter Review Commission meets to discuss and possibly act on recommended changes to the city charter, including Articles I, II, III, V, and IX, and reviews Articles IV, VI, VIII, and XII. The Commission also considers approving minutes from previous joint and commission meetings.
- Discussion and possible action on recommended changes to Articles I, II, III, V, and IX of the City of Rockport Charter
- Section-by-section review of the City of Rockport Charter, focusing on Articles IV, VI, VIII, and XII
- Discussion and possible action on approving minutes from the November 8, 2022, joint meeting and November 16, 2022, commission meeting
Charter Review Commission
The Rockport Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss and possibly act on recommended changes to the City Charter, including reviewing Articles IV, VI, VIII, and XII. They will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings and discuss future agenda items. The meeting is open to public participation.
- Discussion and possible action on recommended changes to Articles I, II, III, V, and IX
- Section-by-section review of Charter Articles IV, VI, VIII, and XII
- Approval of joint meeting minutes from November 8 and November 16
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per item, 9 minutes total per person
Charter Review Commission
The Rockport Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss and possibly act on recommended changes to the City Charter, including reviewing Articles IV, VI, VIII, and XII. They will also consider minutes from previous meetings and public comments. This is a working session focused on potential charter amendments.
- Discussion and possible action on recommended changes to Articles I, II, III, V, and IX of the City Charter
- Section-by-section review of the Charter, with anticipated focus on Articles IV, VI, VIII, and XII
- Approval of joint meeting minutes from November 8, 2022, and commission minutes from November 16, 2022
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per item, 9 minutes total per person
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court is holding pre-trial hearings via Zoom for 13 cases involving charges such as assault, public intoxication, drug paraphernalia possession, and traffic violations. The agenda lists defendants, charges, and involved officers, but no decisions or outcomes are indicated.
- Assault-Physical Contact (Ayers, Cainan) - Officer M. Munoz, no video
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Downum, Christopher) - Officer C. Garrett
- Speeding in a School Zone (Miller, Allyssa) - Officer J. Aguillar
- Daytime Curfew Violation (Mireles, Xavier) - ACISD Officer J. Wilson
- Fail To Yield Right of Way (Spenkoch, Carla) - Officer C. White, video submitted
City Council
This is a notice of a possible quorum of Rockport City Council members attending a Charter Review Commission meeting on November 16, 2022. It is not a City Council meeting, and the notice is posted for informational purposes only to comply with the Texas Open Meetings Act. No decisions or discussions by the Council are listed.
- Charter Review Commission meeting at 2840 Highway 35 North, Rockport, Texas
- Possible quorum of Council members present
- Notice posted November 14 at 9:30 a.m.
Charter Review Commission
The Rockport Charter Review Commission will meet to approve the November 3, 2022 minutes and continue its section-by-section review of the City Charter, with possible action on proposed changes. The agenda includes discussion of future agenda items and public comments. This is a working session focused on the charter review process.
- Approve minutes from November 3, 2022 meeting
- Continue section-by-section review of City Charter
- Discussion and recommendations for future agenda items
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per item, 9 minutes total per person
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for a campground with 83 RV sites, 20 tent sites, a bathhouse, and laundry at 1030 Airport Road (currently zoned R-1). The commission will also deliberate on several replats and an amended final plat, plus discuss holiday meeting restrictions.
- Conditional use permit for campground at 1030 Airport Road (Fulton Out Lots, Lot 38, 14.70 acres)
- Replat by Scott and Vicky Andrews at 108 W. Sixth Street (Manning Addition, Block 135, Lots 12-16)
- Replat by Christopher and Karra Crowley at 500 E King Street (Simon Oaks, Block 1, Lot 5, 4.127 acres)
- Replat by Aransas County Navigation District at 160 Cove Harbor South (Swickheimer Block 256, Lot 64, 17.466 acres)
- Amending final plat by Noah Arc Community Development Corporation at 1601 Mathis Street (Sphinx, Block 1, Lot 1)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a Conditional Use Permit for a 15-site RV park at 1030 Airport Road, after the owner scaled back an earlier request for 83 RV sites and 20 tent sites. The commission will also consider four replats and discuss meeting schedules. Staff recommends approval of the RV park permit.
- Conditional Use Permit for 15 RV sites at 1030 Airport Rd (Fulton Out Lots, Lot 38, 14.70 acres, R-1 zoning)
- Replat of Lots 12-16, Block 135, Manning Addition (108 W Sixth St, 0.8039 acres)
- Replat of Lot 5, Block 1, Simon Oaks (500 E King St, 4.127 acres)
- Replat of Lot 64, Block 256, Swickheimer (160 Cove Harbor South, 17.466 acres)
- Amending Final Plat for Sphinx, Block 1, Lot 1 (1601 Mathis St)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for a campground with 83 RV sites, 20 tent sites, a bathhouse, and laundry at 1030 Airport Road, currently zoned R-1. The commission will also act on three replats, an amended final plat, and approve prior meeting minutes. The agenda includes routine items and no other major policy decisions.
- Conditional use permit for campground at 1030 Airport Road (14.70 acres, Fulton Out Lots Lot 38)
- Replat at 108 W. Sixth Street (Manning Addition, Block 135, Lots 12-16)
- Replat at 500 E King Street (Simon Oaks, Block 1 Lot 5, 4.127 acres)
- Replat at 160 Cove Harbor South (Swickheimer Block 256 Lot 64, 17.466 acres)
- Amending Final Plat at 1601 Mathis Street (Sphinx, Block 1, Lot 1)
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court is holding preliminary hearings at 9:00 AM and show cause hearings at 9:30 AM via Zoom on November 9, 2022. The docket lists individuals with outstanding balances for offenses such as no liability insurance, public intoxication, and driving without a license. Many entries note indigent status, juvenile status, or lack of payments.
- Tamara Bennett: two cases, no liability insurance ($578.50) and violate promise to appear ($444.60), marked indigent
- Makayla Maynard: two juvenile cases, no driver's license ($281.00) and no liability insurance ($385.00)
- Matthew Bruhn: three cases with no payments, including fail to control speed ($254.90) and driving while license invalid ($310.00)
- Michael Gortemiller II: two cases, driving while license invalid ($210.00) and violate promise to appear ($182.00), no payment plan set
- Carlos Longoria: two public intoxication cases ($210.00 each), failure to appear noted
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider several items, including a second reading of a conditional use permit for a manufactured home on Kluge Trail, a first reading to increase the utility surcharge fee, and the purchase of a backhoe. The consent agenda includes donating two surplus police vehicles and accepting marketing reports. The council will also enter executive session to discuss legal matters and personnel evaluations.
- Second reading of CUP for manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail
- First reading to increase utility surcharge fee (Chapter 102, Section 102-401)
- Purchase of 2023 John Deere 320P Backhoe
- Donation of surplus police vehicles to Fulton PD and Rockport VFD
- Contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson for delinquent special assessments
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on November 8, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. at the Rockport Service Center. The agenda includes consent items (donating two out-of-service police vehicles, approving minutes, and receiving reports), a second reading of a conditional use permit for a manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail, a first reading to increase the utility surcharge fee, a backhoe purchase, and a contract for delinquent special assessment collection. The council will also hold executive sessions on legal matters and personnel evaluations.
- Second reading of CUP for manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail (R1 zoning, 3.494 acres)
- First reading to amend Chapter 102 'Utilities' to increase surcharge fee (Section 102-401)
- Purchase of a 2023 John Deere 320P Backhoe
- Resolution authorizing contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP for delinquent special assessment collection
- Donation of two out-of-service Rockport Police patrol vehicles to Fulton Police Department and Rockport Volunteer Fire Department
Charter Review Commission
The Rockport Charter Review Commission is holding its first meeting to organize and begin a section-by-section review of the City Charter. The commission will elect a chair and vice-chair, set rules for public testimony, and approve a meeting schedule and approach for the review.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Discussion and possible action on rules for public testimony
- Approval of meeting schedule and approach to Charter review
- Beginning section-by-section review of City Charter
Building and Standards Committee
The Rockport Building & Standards Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on six properties recommended for demolition due to violations of the city’s unsafe building code. The commission will also approve past meeting minutes.
- Demolish buildings at 208 Doral Lane (Lot 37, Block 11, Rockport Country Club #1)
- Demolish buildings at 317-A South Fifth Street (Lot 1 & South % of Lot 2, Block 3, Fulton Oaks)
- Demolish buildings at 408 North Fuqua Street (Lots 15 & 16, Block 118, Smith & Wood)
- Demolish buildings at 508 Racine Street (Lot 12 & North 6’ of Lot 13, Block 122, Smith & Wood)
- Demolish East storage building at 524 East Mimosa Street (Lots 1-4, Block 23, Smith & Wood)
Building and Standards Committee
The Rockport Building & Standards Commission will hold public hearings and vote on whether to order the demolition of six unsafe or non-compliant buildings across Rockport. The properties are located at 208 Doral Lane, 317-A South Fifth Street, 408 North Fuqua Street, 508 Racine Street, 524 East Mimosa Street, and 1004 Young Street. Owners have been notified and may testify.
- Demolition order for 208 Doral Lane (Lot 37, Block 11, Rockport Country Club #1)
- Demolition order for 317-A South Fifth Street (Lot 1 & South ½ of Lot 2, Block 3, Fulton Oaks)
- Demolition order for 408 North Fuqua Street (Lots 15 & 16, Block 118, Smith & Wood)
- Demolition order for 508 Racine Street (Lot 12 & North 6’ of Lot 13, Block 122, Smith & Wood)
- Demolition order for 524 East Mimosa Street (Lots 1-4, Block 23, Smith & Wood)
City Council
The Rockport City Council is holding a regular meeting to discuss and act on a range of items, including a conditional use permit for a manufactured home on Kluge Trail, the creation of a Charter Review Commission, and the disbursement of utility bill surcharge funds to volunteer fire departments. The agenda also includes routine consent items, reports from community organizations, and an executive session on legal matters.
- Conditional Use Permit for manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail (R1 zoning)
- Resolution creating Charter Review Commission
- Utility Bill Surcharge Fund disbursement to Fulton, Lamar, and Rockport Volunteer Fire Departments
- Accept surplus network equipment rack from Aransas County for Police Department
- Cancel November 22 and December 27, 2022 Council meetings
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold its regular meeting on October 25, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. in the Training Room of the Rockport Service Center. The agenda includes routine approvals, reports from local organizations, and key decisions such as accepting a surplus network equipment rack for the Public Safety Center and voting on a conditional use permit for a manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail.
- Accept surplus network equipment rack from Aransas County for Public Safety Center server housing ($0 cost)
- Approve 2nd–4th quarter FY2021-22 marketing expenditure reports for Texas Maritime Museum, Rockport Center for the Arts, and Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce
- Cancel November 22 and December 27, 2022 regular council meetings
- First reading of ordinance granting Conditional Use Permit for manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail (R1 zoning)
- Create and appoint members to Charter Review Commission with term and professional assistance
Parks Advisory Board
The Parks & Leisure Services Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items. The board will consider approving the minutes from its January 24, 2022 meeting, hear about past and future park events, and deliberate on current and future park projects. The meeting is open to public comments on non-agenda items, but no action can be taken on those topics.
- Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of January 24, 2022
- Discussion of past and future planned park events
- Discussion of all current and future park projects
- Public comments on non-agenda items
- Items for inclusion on next agenda
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a manufactured home at 157 Kluge Trail, where the owner's home was destroyed by fire. The owner requests a four-year allowance, but staff recommends approval for one year with a possible six-month extension. The commission will also discuss changing the public hearing process to separate hearings instead of joint ones with City Council.
- Public hearing and action on CUP for manufactured home at 157 Kluge Tr (McCombs, Lots 55 & 56, 3.494 acres, R-1 zoning)
- Staff recommends approval of CUP for one year, with possible six-month extension by Building Official
- Discussion and action on discontinuing joint public hearings with City Council, per Section 118-26
- Approval of September 19, 2022 meeting minutes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit to allow a manufactured home on a property at 157 Kluge Tr while the owners rebuild their burned home. The commission will also discuss the process for conducting public hearings per city ordinance and approve the previous meeting's minutes.
- Public hearing for CUP for manufactured home at 157 Kluge Tr (McCombs, Lot 55 & 56, 3.494 acres, zoned R-1)
- Deliberation and action on the CUP request for the same property
- Discussion and action on public hearing process per Section 118-26 of Rockport Code of Ordinances
- Approval of September 19, 2022 meeting minutes
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court will hold non-jury hearings to review cases of parental contributing to non-attendance and truant conduct. The docket includes multiple cases involving minors and parents, with charges filed by officers and complainants listed in the agenda.
- Parent contributing to non-attendance cases: Chupe, Ortiz (2 cases), Tilves
- Disorderly conduct charge against Mireles, Xavier
- Truant conduct cases: Mireles, Xavier; Rios, Cassie; Rios, Koby (3 cases)
Zoning Board of Adjustment
The Rockport Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and then deliberate on a request for a variance from the city's minimum setback regulations for a property at 907 S Church in the B-1 General Business District. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its July 19, 2022 meeting. Public comments can be submitted electronically before the meeting.
- Public hearing on setback variance for 907 S Church (Stewart, Block 1, Lot 1 & E/85' of Lot 2 & all of 3)
- Variance request under Section 118-20.2 of City of Rockport Code of Ordinance
- Deliberation and action on July 19, 2022 regular meeting minutes
Building and Standards Committee
The Rockport Building & Standards Commission will hear reports from the Code Official on eight properties regarding potential code violations or compliance issues. The meeting is open to public comment via an online form or written submission.
- 123 Turtle Bayou Road (1.444 acres, Texas Mineral Trust)
- 401 East Laurel Street (Marty Kroesche Enterprises Inc.)
- 513 North Church Street (Pamela A Montez)
- 1024 South Pearl Street (Randy Rios)
- 1131 Water Street (Fulshear Ventures LLC)
Zoning Board of Adjustment
The Rockport Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and then deliberate on a request from Hotel Miya, LLC for a variance to the minimum setback regulations for its property at 907 S Church Street. The property, built in 1983, does not meet current setback requirements adopted in 1996. Staff recommends approval. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its July 19, 2022 meeting.
- Public hearing and decision on setback variance for 907 S Church (Hotel Miya, LLC)
- Variance to B-1 General Business District setback rules (Section 118-20.2)
- One letter for and one against the variance received
- Approval of July 19, 2022 meeting minutes
Tree and Landscape Committee
The Rockport Tree and Landscape Committee will meet to deliberate and act on tree surveys for two commercial properties: Enterprise Oaks Shopping Center at 802 Enterprise and Speedy Stop at 546 State Highway 35 South. The committee will also discuss setting a regular meeting day and approve February 15, 2022 workshop minutes.
- Tree Survey for Enterprise Oaks Shopping Center (802 Enterprise, 3.113 acres)
- Tree Survey for Speedy Stop (546 SH 35 South, 2.2728 acres)
- Deliberate and act on February 15, 2022 workshop minutes
- Discussion on setting a specific day of the month for future regular meetings
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court is holding in-person show cause hearings and school hearings on September 30, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. The docket lists eight cases involving minors, with offenses including possession of tobacco products, drug paraphernalia, daytime curfew violation, disorderly conduct, assault threat, and reckless damage. Two cases are continued obligations and will appear via Zoom.
- Case 202201038: Boenig, Logan – possession of tobacco product by minor
- Case 202201037: Brown, Exodus – possession of drug paraphernalia
- Case 202201041: Mireles, Xavier – daytime curfew violation
- Case 201900056: Johnson, Kelsey – possession of tobacco product by minor (Zoom, continued obligation)
- Case 202100846/202100962/202100954: Ricarte, Jose – multiple charges including assault threat
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court is holding pre-trial hearings on September 28, 2022, via Zoom. The docket includes 20 cases involving traffic offenses, public intoxication, drug paraphernalia, theft, and other violations. Some cases were reset from earlier dates, and several have video evidence submitted or pending.
- Assault-Physical Contact case (Ayers) with no video
- Driving While License Invalid case (Baros) with officer in person
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia case (Garcia) with officer in person
- Theft Under $100 case (Thomas) with no video
- Operate Golf Cart Where Prohibited case (Williams) with video submitted
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 27, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. in the Training Room of the Rockport Service Center. The meeting includes proclamations, recognitions, and presentations, as well as deliberations on consent agenda items such as approval of previous meeting minutes, a street closure request, and hotel occupancy tax agreements for local organizations.
- Proclamation of National 4-H Week (October 2-8, 2022)
- Recognition of Diane Neilsen as Texas Association for the Education of Young Children Advocate of the Year
- Promotions in Rockport Police Department: David Gerloff to Lieutenant and Juan Canales to Detective
- Deliberation on approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of September 13, 2022
- Deliberation on request to close East Laurel Street for First Assembly of God’s Fall Festival on October 31, 2022
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court is holding preliminary hearings and show-cause hearings on September 21, 2022, for a docket of over 60 cases involving traffic violations, truancy, drug paraphernalia, and other municipal offenses. Many defendants have unpaid fines or have failed to complete community service or payment plans, and the court will address these compliance issues.
- Show-cause hearing for a 2004 Saturn ION with $667.00 unpaid nuisance abatement fine
- Preliminary hearings for multiple truant conduct cases referred to juvenile case managers (JCM)
- Indigent hearings for defendants including Sanjuanita Castaneda ($455.00 DWLI, $390.00 VPTA) and Kristina Chetwood ($210.00 public intoxication)
- Payment plan reviews for numerous defendants with unpaid balances, including David Allgood ($443.50) and Bobby Clark ($698.30)
- Deferred disposition review for Aaron Gunn ($250.00, anger management not completed)
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court is holding preliminary hearings and show cause hearings on September 21, 2022. The docket includes numerous cases involving traffic violations, drug paraphernalia possession, truancy, and other offenses, with many defendants having unpaid fines or failing to meet payment or community service requirements.
- Show cause hearings for unpaid fines, including a nuisance abatement case for a 2004 Saturn Ion ($667)
- Preliminary hearings for offenses such as speeding, no driver's license, disorderly conduct, and assault
- Multiple truancy cases referred to juvenile case managers (JCM)
- Several cases with requests for lower amounts or deferred disposition
- Indigent hearings for two cases involving Sanjuanita Castaneda
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approving final plats for two new single-family subdivisions: Heritage Park Phase I and Fulton Shores. The meeting also includes approval of the August 29, 2022 minutes. Staff recommends approval for Heritage Park Phase I.
- Final Plat for Heritage Park Phase I: 55 single-family lots and 1 park/open space on 16.260 acres at 2701 FM 3036 (R & F Development, LLC)
- Final Plat for Fulton Shores: single-family subdivision on 14.1036 acres at 417 S. Fulton Beach Road (Fulton Shores, LLC)
- Approval of August 29, 2022 meeting minutes
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and approving a property tax rate of $0.378149 per $100 valuation, which represents a tax increase. The council will also vote on several consent agenda items, including street closures for the Seafair parade, a property tax assessment agreement with Aransas County, and a purchase for a backup communications center. An executive session is scheduled for legal consultations on pending litigation and a drainage project.
- Adopt FY 2022-2023 budget and appropriate resources
- Set 2022 tax rate at $0.378149 per $100 valuation
- Ratify property tax increase in 2022-2023 budget
- Approve purchase of backup communications center equipment from Motorola and Intrado
- Reject all bids for sale of old City Hall at 622 E. Market Street
City Council
The Rockport City Council will consider adopting the FY 2022-2023 budget and approving a total property tax rate of $0.378149 per $100 valuation. They will also vote on a property tax increase ratification, a contract for backup communications equipment, and a request to close streets for the Seafair parade. The agenda includes several routine consent items and an executive session on legal matters.
- Adopt FY 2022-2023 budget (first and only reading)
- Approve 2022 tax rate of $0.378149 per $100 valuation
- Ratify property tax increase in 2022-2023 budget
- Purchase backup communications equipment from Motorola and Intrado (contracts DIR-TSO-4101, EC07-20)
- Reject bids for sale of old City Hall at 622 E. Market Street
Tree and Landscape Committee
The Rockport Tree and Landscape Committee will meet to review and discuss tree surveys for two proposed single-family subdivisions: Heritage Park SFD Subdivision and Fulton Shores SFD Subdivision. These are workshop items, so the committee will discuss the surveys but no final action is listed. Public comments can be submitted electronically before the meeting.
- Review of Tree Survey for Heritage Park SFD Subdivision at 2701 FM 3036 (28.182 acres)
- Review of Tree Survey for Fulton Shores SFD Subdivision at 417 S Fulton Beach Rd (14.1 acres)
- Preliminary plats approved by Planning & Zoning for both subdivisions
Tree and Landscape Committee
The Rockport Tree and Landscape Committee will review and discuss tree surveys for two proposed single-family subdivisions: Heritage Park SFD Subdivision at 2701 FM 3036 and Fulton Shores SFD Subdivision at 417 S Fulton Beach Rd. Staff recommends approval of both tree mitigation plans. The meeting is a workshop, so no final decisions are expected.
- Heritage Park SFD Subdivision: 106 single-family lots and 1 common area park on 28.182 acres at 2701 FM 3036
- Fulton Shores SFD Subdivision: 63-lot private gated community on 14.1 acres at 417 S Fulton Beach Rd
- Fulton Shores: 107 trees over 10 inches in R.O.W. to be removed for utilities/traffic, no mitigation required
- Fulton Shores: 240 trees on residential lots and 30 in common areas to be addressed later
- Both tree plans were previously approved by staff under the old ordinance
City Council
The Rockport City Council held a special meeting to conduct public hearings on the proposed 2022 property tax rate and the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The council also deliberated on the first reading of an ordinance setting the tax rate at $0.378149 per $100 valuation, with a final vote scheduled for September 13, 2022.
- Proposed tax rate: $0.378149 per $100 valuation (higher than no-new-revenue rate of $0.352885)
- Budget increase: $600,140 (9.42%) in total property tax revenue, including $179,789 from new property
- First reading of ordinance approving 2022 taxable property assessments and tax rate components: $0.220511 for maintenance/operations, $0.157638 for debt service
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and act on the 2022 property tax rate and the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The meeting includes a public hearing for taxpayers to express views on the tax rate, which will be adopted on September 13, 2022.
- Public hearing on 2022 property tax rate and FY 2022-2023 budget
- First reading of ordinance approving 2022 taxable property assessment and setting tax rate at $0.378149 per $100 valuation
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and act on a revised preliminary plat and two final plats for the Pearl Street Square subdivision, a single-family dwelling development by The Oaks, LLC, located at 1802 FM 2165. The meeting is open to the public with options for remote viewing and citizen participation.
- Revised Preliminary Plat for Pearl Street Square (The Oaks, LLC) at 1802 FM 2165
- Final Plat for Pearl Street Square, Phase I (single-family subdivision)
- Final Plat for Pearl Street Square, Phase II (single-family subdivision)
- Approval of minutes from July 18, 2022, and August 1, 2022 meetings
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approving an amended preliminary plat and two final plats for the Pearl Street Square subdivision at 1802 FM 2165, proposed by The Oaks, LLC. The project would create 37 single-family residential lots plus 2 R-7 lots, split into Phase I (22 lots) and Phase II (15 lots). Staff recommends approval of all three items. The commission will also set an alternate date for its September 2022 meeting.
- Amended preliminary plat for Pearl Street Square, 37 single-family lots and 2 R-7 lots at 1802 FM 2165
- Final plat for Phase I: 22 single-family lots and 2 R-7 lots
- Final plat for Phase II: 15 single-family lots
- Alternate date for September 2022 regular meeting
- Public comments accepted via online form until 4:00 p.m. meeting day
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss and act on a revised preliminary plat and two final plats for the Pearl Street Square subdivision, a single-family dwelling development by The Oaks, LLC at 1802 FM 2165. The commission will also set an alternate date for its September 2022 meeting.
- Revised Preliminary Plat for Pearl Street Square (The Oaks, LLC) at 1802 FM 2165
- Final Plat for Pearl Street Square, Phase I (single-family subdivision)
- Final Plat for Pearl Street Square, Phase II (single-family subdivision)
- Alternate meeting date for September 2022
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first readings of ordinances to increase solid waste, water, wastewater, and natural gas rates for all customers. They will also review the proposed FY 2022-2023 budget and schedule a public hearing on the property tax rate. Other items include conditional use permits, code amendments, and routine consent agenda items.
- Public hearing on proposed increases to solid waste, water, wastewater, and natural gas rates
- First reading of ordinance for Conditional Use Permit for quilt shop at 2922 FM 1781
- First reading of ordinance for Conditional Use Permit for manufactured home at 826 Holly Road
- First reading of ordinances amending water, wastewater, natural gas, and solid waste rates
- Presentation of proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and vote to schedule tax rate hearing
City Council
The Rockport City Council holds a workshop to hear and deliberate on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda; it is a discussion-only session.
City Council
The Rockport City Council is holding a budget workshop to hear and deliberate on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The agenda includes detailed fund summaries for the General Fund, utility funds, and capital improvement projects. This is a discussion and deliberation session, not a final adoption vote.
- General Fund proposed at $12,618,118, down 7.4% from current budget
- Property tax revenue proposed at $4,760,916, up 16%
- City Hall capital project proposed at $12,000,000
- Concho Street Stormwater Drainage project proposed at $2,500,000
- Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund proposed at $1,608,393, up 43.6%
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will deliberate and act on two conditional use permit requests at this meeting. One request is for a quilt shop at 2922 FM 1781, and the other is for a manufactured home at 826 Holly Road. Both properties are currently zoned R-1 for single-family dwellings.
- Conditional Use Permit for Quilt Shop at 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b)
- Conditional Use Permit for Manufactured Home at 826 Holly Road (S3925 McCombs Subdivision, Lot 6)
- Public notices published in The Rockport Pilot on July 9, 2022
- Staff recommends approval for both conditional use permits
- One letter in favor and one against received for the Holly Road request
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 1, 2022, to deliberate and act on two conditional use permit requests. The first is for a quilt shop at 2922 FM 1781, and the second is for a manufactured home at 826 Holly Road. Both properties are zoned R-1 (Single Family Dwelling District). The meeting will also welcome a new member.
- Conditional Use Permit for a quilt shop at 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b, 1.148 acres)
- Conditional Use Permit for a manufactured home at 826 Holly Road (S3925 McCombs Subdivision, Lot 6, 2.000 acres)
- Welcome new member Patricia Impens
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on July 26, 2022, to consider routine consent agenda items, two conditional use permits, and a range of hotel occupancy tax grant requests. The council will also discuss appointments, department reorganizations, and enter executive session for legal matters. The agenda includes several public hearings and a proclamation presentation.
- Conditional Use Permit for a quilt shop at 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b, 1.148 acres, zoned R-1)
- Conditional Use Permit for a manufactured home at 826 Holly Road (S3925 McCombs Subdivision, Lot 6, 2.00 acres, zoned R-1)
- Hotel Occupancy Tax Fund grant requests for FY 2022-2023 from multiple entities including Aransas County Council on Aging, Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce, and Texas Maritime Museum
- Resolution amending Certification & Education Pay policy (Resolution No. 2016-14)
- Addendum to Fuel Card Services Agreement with WEX Bank/Sourcewell for government fuel card program
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two conditional use permits, consider hotel occupancy tax grant requests for FY 2022-2023, and act on routine consent items. The agenda also includes an executive session on legal matters.
- Conditional use permit for quilt shop at 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b)
- Conditional use permit for manufactured home at 826 Holly Road (S3925 McCombs Subdivision, Lot 6)
- Hotel occupancy tax grant requests from 13 entities, including Chamber of Commerce, Texas Maritime Museum, and City of Rockport events
- Resolution amending Certification & Education Pay policy (Resolution No. 2016-14)
- Addendum to Fuel Card Services Agreement with WEX Bank/Sourcewell
Zoning Board of Adjustment
The Rockport Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a request from Frank Shumate to exceed the city’s maximum fence height of 6 feet by adding 4 feet to an existing privacy fence at 107 Oakmont Drive. The board will also act on minutes from its March 29, 2021 meeting.
- Public hearing on Frank Shumate’s 4-foot fence-height variance at 107 Oakmont Drive (R-1 district)
- Deliberate and vote on March 29, 2021 meeting minutes
Zoning Board of Adjustment
The Rockport Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on a request from Frank Shumate for a zoning variance to exceed the city’s maximum fence height at 107 Oakmont Drive. The board will also approve the March 29, 2021 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Frank Shumate’s variance request for 107 Oakmont Drive to exceed maximum fence height in R-1 district
- Vote on variance to City of Rockport Code of Ordinance Section 118-22.2.2
- Approval of March 29, 2021 regular meeting minutes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approval of a Conceptual Plan / Preliminary Plat for Heritage Park Estates, a proposed 106-lot single-family subdivision at 2701 FM 3036. The meeting also includes approval of the June 6, 2022 minutes. Staff recommends approval of the plat.
- Conceptual Plan / Preliminary Plat for 106-lot single-family subdivision Heritage Park Estates at 2701 FM 3036
- Includes 1 common area park and dedication of additional drainage easement
- Approval of June 6, 2022 meeting minutes
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court is holding pre-trial hearings on July 14, 2022, via Zoom. The docket lists numerous cases involving traffic offenses, disorderly conduct, truancy, and parental responsibility for non-attendance. This is a routine court session, not a policy-making meeting.
- Speeding 48/30 in construction zone (Schuler)
- Disregard red signal (Christolini)
- Possession of drug paraphernalia (Cochran)
- Parent contributing to non-attendance (multiple cases)
- Truant conduct (Mireles, Miller-Trammel)
City Council
The Rockport City Council is holding a budget workshop to hear and deliberate on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The agenda includes only this budget presentation and adjournment, with no other action items. The proposed budget covers all major funds, including General, Water/Wastewater, Natural Gas, Aquatic Center, Fleet Maintenance, Communications Center, Sanitation, Municipal Court, Utility Surcharge, and Juvenile Case Manager funds.
- General Fund proposed at $12,527,272, a decrease of 8.8% from FY 21-22 budget
- Property taxes proposed at $4,699,948, a 12.7% increase from FY 21-22 budget
- Water/Wastewater Fund proposed at $12,645,249, a 3.2% increase
- Natural Gas Fund proposed at $3,139,050, a 15.3% increase
- Sanitation Fund proposed at $2,719,000, a 9.7% increase
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on July 12, 2022, to act on a consent agenda and regular agenda items. Key actions include final approval of a flood hazard reduction ordinance, authorizing the sale of the former City Hall property, and approving an interlocal law enforcement agreement with Fulton. The council will also discuss a proposed tree and landscape ordinance update and hold an executive session on legal matters.
- Second and final reading of ordinance amending Chapter 50 Division 4 'Flood Hazard Reduction' for Community Rating System compliance
- Resolution authorizing City Manager to prepare, post, and publish for sale the former City Hall at 622 E. Market Street
- Approval of Interlocal Contract between City of Rockport and Town of Fulton for Assistance in Law Enforcement
- Approval for Wastewater Department to purchase a 304 John Deere Loader with 2022 Tax Note funds
- Proposed amendment to Chapter 106 to update the Tree and Landscape Ordinance
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 28, 2022, with a joint public hearing with the Planning & Zoning Commission to consider rezoning 1.148 acres at 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b) from R-1 to B-1. The council will also act on the FY 2020-2021 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, a flood hazard reduction ordinance amendment, and several resolutions and proclamations. Executive session will address personnel matters, legal consultations, and real property discussions.
- Rezoning request for 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b) from R-1 to B-1
- Resolution authorizing Rockport Police Department to apply for Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Auxiliary Grant Program (MAG) FY 2022
- First Amendment to Lease and Improvement Agreement with Rockport Art Association
- First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 50 Division 4 'Flood Hazard Reduction' for Community Rating System compliance
- Resolution approving continuation of Aransas County Alliance Local Government Corporation
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a joint public hearing with the Planning & Zoning Commission to consider rezoning 1.148 acres at 2922 FM 1781 (Spanish Woods Estates #5, Lot 3b) from R-1 to B-1. The council will also vote on consent items including a police grant application, a lease amendment with the Rockport Art Association, and approval of prior meeting minutes. Regular agenda items include accepting the FY 2020-2021 financial report, a flood hazard ordinance amendment, and a resolution on the Aransas County Alliance. Executive session will address the City Manager position, pending litigation, and the Natural Gas System.
- Public hearing: Rezone 2922 FM 1781 (1.148 acres) from R-1 to B-1
- Resolution authorizing police grant application (MAG) for FY 2022
- First reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 50 'Flood Hazard Reduction' for Community Rating System compliance
- Acceptance of Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for FY 2020-2021
- Executive session: City Manager position, litigation, Natural Gas System
Municipal Court
This is the agenda for Rockport, TX Municipal Court on June 22, 2022, listing juvenile cases involving theft, disorderly conduct, drug paraphernalia, tobacco possession, and criminal trespass, all with Officer Munoz. The court also holds school hearings for truancy and parent contributing to non-attendance, with some defendants owing fees or missing community service. The agenda is a docket of individual cases rather than policy decisions.
- Theft under $100 case (202200682)
- Disorderly conduct-fighting cases (202200678, 202200681, 202200680, 202200679)
- Possession of tobacco by minor cases (202200683, 202200677, 202200228, 202200685)
- Truant conduct cases with fees owed ($50 each) and missing community service
- Parent contributing to non-attendance cases owing $176.00 and $101.00
City Council
The Rockport City Council is holding a special meeting that includes parliamentary procedure training and an executive session to discuss city manager candidates. The council may take action related to the executive session when it reconvenes in open session.
- Executive session under Texas Gov't Code 551.074 to deliberate appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of public officer or employee: City Manager Candidates
- Parliamentary procedure training
- Meeting held at Rockport Service Center, 2751 State Highway 35 Bypass, Rockport, Texas
City Council
The Rockport City Council is holding a special mobile closed session to tour the city with city manager candidates. The meeting is for deliberating personnel matters related to the appointment or employment of a city manager, per Texas law. No public decisions or votes are on the agenda; the open session is only for actions related to the closed session and adjournment.
- Mobile executive session to deliberate city manager candidates under Texas Government Code 551.074
- Meeting begins and ends at Rockport Service Center, 2751 State Highway 35 Bypass
- Open session to take any actions related to executive session items
Municipal Court
This is the June 20, 2022 docket for Rockport Municipal Court, listing preliminary hearings at 9:00 AM and show-cause hearings at 9:30 AM. The agenda is purely procedural, containing defendant names, offenses, balances, and comments such as indigency status or requests for warrant removal. No new ordinances, contracts, or policy decisions are on the agenda.
- Preliminary hearings for 5 defendants including Julie Bukowsky, Juan Dehoyos, Ayslian Garcia, and James Little
- Show-cause hearings for 5 defendants including Jessica Gall, Joe Gallardo, Baron Garcia, and Joshua Gibney
- James Little faces 8 charges totaling $3,505.00 including no liability insurance, expired registration, and violation of promise to appear
- Julie Bukowsky marked as indigent on a $624.00 no-liability-insurance charge
- Ayslian Garcia requests approval for deferred disposition on a speeding charge (53 mph in 25 mph zone, $331.90)
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court will conduct non-jury hearings on five cases involving alleged traffic and public-order offenses. Each case lists the defendant’s name, date of birth, offense, and the arresting officer as recorded in the court docket.
- Case 202101016: Reney Benivamonde, Criminal Mischief, Officer K. Caldwell
- Case 202001535: Reney Benivamonde, Disorderly Conduct-Language, Officer K. Caldwell
- Case 202001314: Senaida Trevino, No Liability Insurance, Officer J. Ruiz
- Case 202100227: Christine Fossati, Driving While License Invalid/Suspended, Officer G. Yarnall
- Case 202101146: Gene King, Ran Stop Sign/Light, Officer D. Rollins
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and final votes on conditional use permits for RV park expansions, a zoning code amendment separating RV and manufactured home park regulations, and other routine items. The council will also discuss health benefits, a park improvement, and hold executive sessions on personnel and legal matters.
- Conditional use permit for 14 additional RV spaces at 217 South Fulton Beach Road
- Conditional use permit for 78 additional RV spaces at 1222 Highway 35 South
- Ordinance amending Chapter 118 separating RV park and manufactured home park regulations
- Texas Municipal League Health Benefits Rerate Notice for active and Pre-65 retired employees
- Reallocating funding for basketball full court metal shade structure at Memorial Park
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two plat-related items: a revised final plat for the Kokomo Phase II subdivision and a replat of several lots in the Andrews Subdivision. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. Public comments can be submitted electronically before the meeting.
- Revised Phase II Final Plat for Kokomo Subdivision, 62.86 acres at 2202 FM 3036, including a 2-foot no-access easement and a variance for rear building lines to 10 feet
- Replat of Lots 4, 5, 26, 27, 28 & 29, Block B, Andrews Subdivision, at 904, 912, 916 Hwy 35 S and 907 Young St
- Approval of May 16, 2022 meeting minutes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes from May 16, 2022, and act on two plats: a revised final plat for Kokomo Phase II and a replat of lots in the Andrews Subdivision. Public comments can be submitted electronically before the meeting.
- Revised Phase II Final Plat for Kokomo, 62.86 acres at 2202 FM 3036, submitted by Staudt Investment Properties, LLC
- Replat of Lots 4, 5, 26-29, Block B, Andrews Subdivision, at 904, 912, 916 Hwy 35 S and 907 Young St, submitted by Christopher and Karra Crowley
- Approval of regular meeting minutes from May 16, 2022
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 24, 2022, covering ceremonial items like election certificates and oaths for new officials, followed by consent and regular agenda items. Key actions include first readings of ordinances for two RV park expansions and a zoning code amendment, plus a vote on purchasing equipment for a backup communications center. The council will also hear reports on hurricane preparedness and hold an executive session on personnel and legal matters.
- First reading of ordinance for 14 additional RV spaces at 217 South Fulton Beach Road
- First reading of ordinance for 78 additional RV spaces at 1222 Highway 35 South
- Ordinance amending Chapter 118 to separate RV park regulations from manufactured home parks
- Purchase of equipment and services for backup Communications Center from Motorola and Intrado 911
- Approval of agreement with Children's Coalition of Aransas County
City Council
The Rockport City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a resolution to deny AEP Texas's proposed distribution rate increase, final approval of zoning changes for properties on West Market Street and Eighteenth Street, and a re-codified sex offender residence ordinance. They will also consider conditional use permits, street closures for events, and equipment purchases for the communications center.
- Resolution to deny AEP Texas distribution rate increase and authorize legal counsel
- Final reading: zoning change at 520 West Market Street from R-1 to B-1 for office/warehouse
- Final reading: zoning change at 1702 Eighteenth Street from R-1 to R-5 for six rentals
- First reading: conditional use permit for 4 RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street
- Purchase of shade structure and workout stations at Memorial Park Fitness Court
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting to decide on zoning amendments, a conditional use permit for an RV park, and several other local matters. The council will also consider proclamations, contracts, and resolutions, including one to deny a utility rate increase.
- Conditional Use Permit for 4 RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street (Chaparral South, Lot 1)
- Zoning change for 520 West Market Street from R-1 to B-1 for office/warehouse development
- Zoning change for 1702 Eighteenth Street from R-1 to R-5 for 6 single-family rentals
- Purchase of shade structure and workout stations for Memorial Park Fitness Court
- Resolution to deny AEP Texas Inc.’s distribution rate increase request
Swimming Pool Advisory
The Swimming Pool Operations Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss creating incentives to retain and attract lifeguards, select a new chairperson and vice-chairperson, and fill a committee vacancy left by a Friends of the Pool member's resignation. The meeting is open to public comment on non-agenda items.
- Discussion on incentives to retain and attract lifeguards
- Selection of new chairperson and vice-chairperson
- Filling committee vacancy from Friends of the Pool resignation
- Approval of March 28, 2022 meeting minutes
Parks Advisory Board
The Rockport Parks & Leisure Services Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on routine items: approving January meeting minutes, hearing an update on a board member's appointment to the Tree & Landscape Committee, and deliberating on past and future park events and all current and future park projects. The agenda is largely procedural and contains no specific proposals, dollar amounts, or action items beyond these general discussions.
- Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of January 24, 2022
- Update on appointment of Parks Board Member to Tree & Landscape Committee
- Discussion of past and future planned park events
- Discussion of all current and future park projects
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a Conditional Use Permit to add four RV sites to an existing rental cabin property at 2328 Chaparral Street. The property is zoned B-1 (General Business District) and the owners, Joey and Sandra Jenkins, seek to expand their business. Staff recommends approval, and no public comments for or against were received.
- Conditional Use Permit for four RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street (1.01 acres, B-1 zoning)
- Public notice mailed to nine property owners within 200-foot radius; no letters received
- Staff recommends approval of the permit
- Joint public hearing held April 12, 2022; City Council readings scheduled April 26 and May 2, 2022
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 18, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. The only substantive item is a request for a Conditional Use Permit to add four RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street, a 1.01-acre lot zoned B-1 (General Business District). The commission will deliberate and act on this request, with public comments accepted via an online form.
- Conditional Use Permit for four RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street (Chaparral South, Lot 1, 1.01 acres, zoned B-1)
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 12, 2022, with a mix of routine consent items, public hearings, and first readings of ordinances. Key actions include a conditional use permit for RV sites, a food truck courtyard certificate, two zoning changes, a sex offender residence ordinance, and several resolutions related to FEMA hazard mitigation grants. The agenda also includes a funding request for temporary bathrooms and approval of a new vactor unit purchase.
- Conditional Use Permit for 4 RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street (B-1 zoning)
- Certificate of Appropriateness for Food Truck Courtyard at 1001 East Concho Street
- First reading: Sex offender residence/loitering ordinance re-codification (Chapter 66 to 13)
- Zoning change at 520 West Market Street from R-1 to B-1 for office/warehouse
- Zoning change at 1702 Eighteenth Street from R-1 to R-5 for six long-term rentals
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 12, 2022, to discuss and act on a range of items including consent agenda approvals, a public hearing for a conditional use permit, and first readings of ordinances on sex offender restrictions and zoning changes. The meeting also includes presentations and funding requests, with public participation available in person or via live stream.
- Conditional Use Permit for 4 RV sites at 2328 Chaparral Street
- First reading: Sex Offender Residence and Loitering Restrictions re-codification
- First reading: Rezone 520 West Market Street from R-1 to B-1
- First reading: Rezone 1702 Eighteenth Street from R-1 to R-5
- Funding request for temporary bathrooms on Austin Street Corridor from Hotel Occupancy Tax funds
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will meet on April 4, 2022, to deliberate and act on two rezoning requests: one for a property at 520 West Market Street to allow office and warehouse development, and another for a property at 1702 18th Street to permit six single-family home rentals. The commission will also vote on approval of past meeting minutes and review Planning & Zoning Commission handbooks.
- Rezone 520 West Market Street to B-1 (General Business District) for office and warehouse space
- Rezone 1702 18th Street to R-5 (2nd Multi Family Dwelling District) for six long-term single-family rentals
- Approve meeting minutes from August 2, 2021, to March 7, 2022
- Review and discuss Planning & Zoning Commission handbooks
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two rezoning requests: one to change 520 West Market Street from R-1 to B-1 for an office and warehouse, and another to change 1702 18th Street from R-1 to R-5 for six long-term rentals. The commission will also approve minutes from prior meetings and discuss member handbooks. Public comments were received on the first request.
- Rezone 520 West Market Street to B-1 (General Business) for office/warehouse; staff recommends approval; two letters against received
- Rezone 1702 18th Street to R-5 (2nd Multi Family) for six long-term single-family rentals; staff recommends approval
- Approve minutes from six prior meetings (Aug 2021–Mar 2022)
- Review and discuss Planning & Zoning Member handbooks
Swimming Pool Advisory
The Rockport Swimming Pool Operations Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on pool rental, admission, and concession rate increases, as well as approve the minutes from the January 24, 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes a public comment period and planning for the next agenda.
- Deliberate and act on pool rentals, admissions and concession rate increases
- Deliberate and act on January 24, 2022 regular meeting minutes
- Citizens to be heard on non-agenda items
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a workshop and regular meeting. The main item is a workshop discussion on the proposed amended Comprehensive Plan, followed by a postponed second and final reading of the ordinance to adopt it. The council may vote to amend, approve, or deny the plan. Two public hearings are scheduled for rezoning requests.
- Workshop on proposed amended Comprehensive Plan 2022-2042
- Second and final reading of ordinance adopting amended Comprehensive Plan (postponed from Feb. 22)
- Public hearing: rezone 520 West Market Street to B-1 (General Business) for office/warehouse
- Public hearing: rezone 1702 Eighteenth Street (9.99 acres) to R-5 (Multi-Family) for 6-8 long-term rental houses
- Presentation: Whooping Crane Strut check for $1,300 to Friends of Aransas & Matagorda Island Wildlife Refuge
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a workshop and regular meeting to discuss and act on several items, including an amended Comprehensive Plan, two rezoning requests, and routine consent agenda items. The meeting includes public hearings for the rezoning proposals and a presentation from a wildlife refuge group.
- Rezone 520 West Market Street to B-1 (General Business) for office/warehouse
- Rezone 1702 Eighteenth Street (9.99 acres) to R-5 (Multi-Family) for 6-8 long-term rental houses
- Second and final reading of ordinance adopting amended Comprehensive Plan (postponed from Feb. 22)
- Approval of minutes from March 8, 2022 meetings
- Report on marketing expenditures for 2022 Bountiful Bowl Pottery Fair/Rockport Clay Expo
City Council
The Rockport City Council is meeting for a strategic planning workshop to discuss long-term priorities, including possible future debt issuances and their impact on the tax rate, the Capital Improvement Plan, the city manager search, city properties, and economic development incentives. No formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion and visioning session.
- Possible future debt issuances and impact on tax rate
- Capital Improvement Plan
- City Manager search
- City properties
- Economic Development Incentives
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting with presentations, consent agenda items, and public hearings. Key actions include final votes on a conditional use permit for an RV park and a zoning change, plus resolutions related to the May 7, 2022 election and a stormwater drainage easement.
- Final reading of ordinance for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street
- Final reading of zoning change at 1315 South Church Street to R-6 (Hotel Motel District)
- Resolution to cancel Ward 2 and Ward 4 elections due to unopposed candidates
- Resolution to acquire stormwater drainage easement from Aransas County Navigation District
- Presentation of GFOA Certificate of Achievement for FY 2019-2020 financial report
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and votes. Key items include final approval of a conditional use permit for an RV park on West Twelfth Street, a zoning change on South Church Street, and a resolution to cancel the May 7 elections for unopposed Ward 2 and Ward 4 candidates. The council will also consider a stormwater drainage easement acquisition and various consent agenda items.
- Final reading of ordinance for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street
- Final reading of zoning change from R-6/R-2 to R-6 at 1315 South Church Street
- Resolution to cancel May 7, 2022 Ward 2 and Ward 4 elections due to unopposed candidates
- Resolution to acquire stormwater drainage easement from Aransas County Navigation District
- Approval of license agreement for bronze sculpture at Austin and Wharf Streets
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider revised preliminary and Phase II final plats for a property at 2202 FM 3036, submitted by Staudt Investment Properties, LLC. The commission will also receive staff updates on the Comprehensive Plan and upcoming ordinance revisions for tree/landscape, RV, and short-term rental regulations.
- Revised Preliminary Plat for 62.86 acres at 2202 FM 3036 (Staudt Investment Properties, LLC)
- Revised Phase II Final Plat for 11.999 acres at 2202 FM 3036 (Staudt Investment Properties, LLC)
- Staff report on Comprehensive Plan discussion
- Upcoming ordinance revisions: Tree & Landscape, RV, Short Term Rental
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 22, 2022, to discuss and act on several items, including first readings of ordinances for a conditional use permit for an RV park and a zoning change, a second reading of the amended Comprehensive Plan, and approval of bond and tax note issuances. The council will also hear a presentation from Republic Services about possible additions to trash pickup and consider an interlocal agreement for municipal court prosecution. The agenda includes consent items and an executive session on the Concho Street Drainage Project.
- Ordinance authorizing $13,360,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2022
- Ordinance authorizing $8,120,000 Tax Notes, Series 2022
- First reading: Conditional Use Permit for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street
- First reading: Zoning change at 1315 South Church Street from R-6/R-2 to R-6
- Second reading: Amended Comprehensive Plan
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 22, 2022, to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include first readings for a conditional use permit for an RV park and a zoning change, a second reading of the amended Comprehensive Plan, and approval of bond issuances totaling over $21 million. The council will also hear a presentation from Republic Services about possible brush/bulk trash pickup additions.
- Ordinance authorizing $13,360,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2022
- Ordinance authorizing $8,120,000 Tax Notes, Series 2022
- Conditional use permit for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street
- Zoning change at 1315 South Church Street from R-6/R-2 to R-6
- Resolution authorizing police grant application for Operation Stonegarden
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court is holding hearings for multiple juvenile cases on February 18, 2022, including offenses such as daytime curfew, disorderly conduct, truancy, and possession of tobacco by a minor. The agenda lists individual cases with defendants' names, dates of birth, and offenses, with some cases scheduled for in-person appearances and others via Zoom. The court will also hear two cases of parents contributing to non-attendance of a child.
- Multiple daytime curfew violations (e.g., Galvan, Garrity, Jones, Fullmer, Snider, Ybarra)
- Possession of tobacco product by minor charges (e.g., Jones, Allgood, Fullmer, Hawkins, Gaines, Green, Duplechain, Fegley, Benivamonde)
- Disorderly conduct (language) charges for Garrity and Jones
- Truant conduct charges for Jones and Wright
- Parent contributing to non-attendance cases for Chavez and Boenig
Tree and Landscape Committee
The Rockport Tree and Landscape Committee will hold a workshop to discuss its duties and responsibilities, and to consider revisions to the Tree and Landscape Ordinance, including the permitting and inspection process. The meeting is open to the public, with remote participation available via Zoom.
- Discussion of Tree and Landscape Ordinance revisions, including permitting and inspections
- Review of committee duties and responsibilities
- Public comments accepted via citizen participation form
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court will hold non-jury hearings on February 8, 2022, via Zoom, for nine cases involving city ordinance violations and other offenses. Cases include failure to remove junk, parking in a handicap zone, public intoxication, disorderly conduct (noise), daytime curfew violation, minor in possession of tobacco, and two parent contributing to non-attendance cases. The agenda is a list of individual cases with no other business.
- Case 202100581: Patricia McDonnel, city ordinance violation - fail to remove junk
- Case 202100610: Melissa Allison, parked where prohibited (handicap)
- Case 202100725: Kristina Chetwood, public intoxication
- Case 202100607: Gretchen Evans, disorderly conduct - noise
- Case 202100841: Mason McCarthy, city ordinance violation - daytime curfew
City Council
The Rockport City Council will consider awarding a construction contract for the new City Hall at 212 North Live Oak Street to Teal Construction Company, along with other routine items. They will also discuss economic development incentives and an investment policy, and hold an executive session on the Concho Street Drainage Project.
- Award bid to Teal Construction Company for new City Hall at 212 North Live Oak Street
- Resolution ordering May 7, 2022 General Election for Mayor, Ward 2, and Ward 4
- Contract for election services with Aransas County Elections Administrator
- Request to close Main Street monthly for a Street Market starting March 2022
- Approval of minutes and street closure for Whooping Crane Strut
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will deliberate and act on a Conditional Use Permit for an RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street and a request to rezone 1315 South Church Street to R-6 for beach-style houses. They will also review modifications to the Comprehensive Plan and approve prior meeting minutes. Staff cannot recommend the RV park permit due to missing details, but recommends approval of the rezone.
- Conditional Use Permit for RV park at 1411 W 12th St (12.832 acres, zoned R-1)
- Rezone 1315 S Church St (2.526 acres) to R-6 Hotel Motel District for beach-style houses
- Review of Comprehensive Plan modifications to remove 'Mix Use' and 'Co-Living' mentions
- Approval of minutes from Oct 25 and Nov 1, 2021 meetings
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court will hold middle school hearings on January 27, 2022, via Zoom. The agenda lists multiple juvenile cases involving offenses such as public intoxication, possession of tobacco, criminal trespass, theft, assault, and disorderly conduct. These are new cases or status conferences (SC) for minors.
- Public intoxication case for Steven Robles (new case)
- Possession of tobacco product cases for Steven Robles, Airyanna Gonzales, and Novelei Ramirez
- Criminal trespass and theft under $100 cases for Joseph Mendez
- Assault-physical contact case for Ally Ybarra (new case)
- Multiple disorderly conduct-language cases for Jeremiah Alvarado
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court is holding hearings on January 26, 2022, for truancy charges against minors and related charges against parents for contributing to non-attendance. The agenda lists multiple cases with specific times and a Zoom ID for remote participation.
- Truancy cases for 15 minors, including repeat filings (e.g., Longoria 4th filing, Del Rio 2nd filing)
- Parent contributing to non-attendance charges for 20 adults
- One parent (Mireles-Soto) noted as having 3 warrants
- Hearings scheduled at 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PM via Zoom
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court is holding hearings on January 26, 2022, for numerous truancy charges against minors and related charges against parents for contributing to non-attendance. The agenda lists over 40 cases, each with a case number, name, date of birth, and offense. This is a routine docket of school truancy enforcement matters.
- Truancy charges against minors (e.g., TR220014, TR210190) and parent contributing charges (e.g., CRM220023, CRM210209)
- Hearings scheduled in time blocks from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM via Zoom (ID 4850545241)
- Multiple defendants with multiple cases (e.g., GORDON, JILLIAN; CHAVEZ, KARRIE; GARCIA, ELVIA)
- All offenses are truancy or parent contributing to non-attendance
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting with joint public hearings with the Planning & Zoning Commission to consider a conditional use permit for an RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street and a rezoning request at 1315 South Church Street. The council will also act on consent agenda items, including reports from local organizations and a street closure request for the Oysterfest parade. An executive session is scheduled to discuss legal matters related to the Concho Street Drainage Project and the ACISD CNG Facility Agreement.
- Conditional Use Permit for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street (12.832 acres, currently zoned R-1)
- Rezoning of 1315 South Church Street (2.526 acres) to R-6 (Hotel Motel District) for beach-style houses
- Request to close sections of Traylor Boulevard and South Fulton Beach Road for Oysterfest parade on March 5, 2022
- Approval of 1st quarter marketing expenditure reports from Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce and Rockport Center for the Arts
- Executive session on Concho Street Drainage Project and ACISD CNG Facility Agreement
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court is holding hearings on January 25, 2022, for high school students charged with truancy and possession of tobacco products, as well as parents charged with contributing to non-attendance. The agenda lists individual cases with scheduled times via Zoom.
- Truancy charges against multiple students, including Carmen Wright, Carlson Williams, and Lizza Hinojosa
- Possession of tobacco product by minor charges against Joe Arismendez IV and Natalie Munoz
- Parent contributing to non-attendance charges against multiple parents, including Ayola Hinojosa and Cynthia Torres
- Hearings scheduled from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM via Zoom
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for an RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street and a rezoning request at 1315 South Church Street to allow beach-style houses. The council will also hear reports, approve routine consent items, and discuss legal matters in executive session.
- Conditional use permit for RV park at 1411 West Twelfth Street (12.832 acres, currently zoned R-1)
- Rezoning of 1315 South Church Street (2.526 acres) to R-6 Hotel Motel District
- Approval of minutes from January 11, 2022 meeting
- Temporary closure of Traylor Boulevard and South Fulton Beach Road for Oysterfest parade on March 5, 2022
- Executive session on Concho Street Drainage Project and ACISD CNG Facility Agreement
Swimming Pool Advisory
The Swimming Pool Operations Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including pool rental, admission, and concession rate increases, and renaming the Community Aquatic & Skate Park. They will also hear budget reports for the 2020-2021 fourth quarter and 2021-2022 first quarter, and an operations report from the Aquatics Manager. Public comments will be taken on non-agenda items.
- Deliberate and act on pool rentals, admissions, and concession rate increases
- Deliberate and act on re-naming the Community Aquatic & Skate Park
- Hear and deliberate on 2020-2021 Fiscal Year Fourth Quarter Budget Report
- Hear and deliberate on 2021-2022 Fiscal Year First Quarter Budget Report
- Hear and deliberate on Aquatics Manager Operations Report
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two subdivision plats: a replat of 25.733 acres (Mobile Estates Unit 1) into 5 tracts, and a conceptual plan/preliminary plat for a 63-lot gated single-family subdivision on 14.10 acres in Gibbs Addition. Staff recommends approval of both. The meeting is held in person and via Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions.
- Replat of 25.733 acres (Mobile Estates Unit 1) into 5 large tracts, no development planned
- Conceptual plan for 63-lot gated single-family subdivision by Fulton Shores LLC on 14.10 acres
- Public comments accepted via online form until 4:00 p.m. on meeting day
- Meeting held at Rockport Service Center, 2751 State Highway 35 Bypass, with Zoom option
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to deliberate and act on two land development items: a proposed re-platting and re-subdivision of 25.733 acres in the Burton & Danforth Subdivision (including Mobile Estates Unit 1), and a Conceptual Plan/Preliminary Plat for 14.10 acres in the Gibbs Addition submitted by Gary Sweetman of Fulton Shores, LLC. The meeting will be held in person with remote participation via Zoom. Public comments can be submitted electronically.
- Re-platting of 25.733 acres, Lots 1-3, Block 230, Burton & Danforth Subdivision, including Mobile Estates Unit 1
- Preliminary plat for 14.10 acres in Gibbs Addition, submitted by Gary Sweetman of Fulton Shores, LLC
- Meeting held at Rockport Service Center, 2751 State Highway 35 Bypass, with Zoom option
- Public participation via online form or written comments by 4:00 p.m. on meeting day
Parks Advisory Board
The Rockport Parks & Leisure Services Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including approving minutes from July 2021 and deliberating on upcoming events such as Tropical Christmas 2021, the 33rd Annual Whooping Crane Strut, and Easter in the Park. The board will also consider other park events and projects, and items for the next agenda. Public comments will be taken on non-agenda items, but no action can be taken on them.
- Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of July 26, 2021
- Deliberation on Tropical Christmas 2021
- Deliberation on the 33rd Annual Whooping Crane Strut
- Deliberation on Easter in the Park event
- Discussion of other upcoming park events and projects
City Council
The Rockport City Council is holding a workshop to discuss a plan of finance approved on January 10, 2022, to issue General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Tax Notes, and Certificates of Obligation. The plan would refund existing debt and fund about $11.6 million in capital projects, including City Hall construction, vehicles, and drainage. No action is expected; the council will direct staff on next steps.
- $16.665M GO Refunding Bonds to refund 2012 bonds and 2020 Tax Notes
- $8.1M Tax Notes for City Hall, equipment, and other projects
- $3.5M Certificates of Obligation for street and drainage projects
- Projects include $4.4M City Hall construction, $1.9M vehicles (7 police cars), $3.5M drainage/streets
- No tax rate increase expected; I&S rate stays at $0.1842
City Council
The Rockport City Council is holding a workshop to discuss a plan of finance approved January 10, 2022, which involves issuing General Obligation Refunding Bonds to refund part of the city's outstanding debt, and possibly issuing tax notes and certificates of obligation for public improvements. The meeting includes public comment periods and is held in person and via Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions.
- Discussion of General Obligation Refunding Bonds to refund outstanding indebtedness
- Possible issuance of tax notes and certificates of obligation for public improvements
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
- Meeting held at Rockport Service Center, 2751 State Highway 35 Bypass, with Zoom option
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning and Zoning Commission will deliberate and act on a proposed final plat to replat 25.733 acres of land, which includes Mobile Estates Unit 1 located at 121 Lamar. Property owner Ryan Ayers submitted the request to divide the property into 5 large tracts with no current development or public infrastructure planned.
- Deliberate and act on replatting 25.733 acres out of Lots 1, 2, 3, Block 230, Burton & Danforth Subdivision, and all of Mobile Estates Unit 1 into 5 large tracts.
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Rockport Planning and Zoning Commission will deliberate on a proposed 25.733-acre re-plat and re-subdivision in the Burton & Danforth Subdivision, a preliminary plat for Fulton Shores, LLC, and modifications to remove "Mix Use" and "Co-Living" mentions from the City of Rockport Comprehensive Plan. The meeting will take place on January 17, 2022, with both in-person and remote participation options available.
- Deliberate and act on re-platting and re-subdivision of 25.733 acres in Burton & Danforth Subdivision and Mobile Estates Unit 1
- Deliberate and act on a Conceptual Plan/Preliminary Plat for 14.10 acres submitted by Gary Sweetman of Fulton Shores, LLC in Gibbs Addition
- Deliberate and act on modifications to remove "Mix Use" and "Co-Living" from the City of Rockport Comprehensive Plan
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on the second and final reading of ordinances adopting a new voting ward map based on the 2020 Census and creating an occupation tax for coin-operated machines. The council will also consider resolutions regarding refunding bonds, capital improvement reimbursements, and certificates of obligation for street and drainage improvements, alongside executive sessions on the Concho Street Drainage Project and City Secretary evaluation.
- Second and final reading of an ordinance adopting a new voting ward reapportionment map based on the 2020 Census
- Second and final reading of an ordinance creating Article III of Chapter 14 for coin-operated machines and establishing an occupation tax
- Resolution approving a plan of finance to issue General Obligation Refunding Bonds
- Resolution expressing official intent to reimburse costs for capital improvements
- Resolution authorizing notice of intention to issue Certificates of Obligation for street and drainage improvements
City Council
The Rockport City Council will hold a regular meeting with several significant items: final adoption of a new voting ward map based on the 2020 Census, an ordinance creating an occupation tax for coin-operated machines, and resolutions related to refunding bonds and financing street and drainage improvements. The council will also hold executive sessions on a drainage project and a personnel evaluation.
- Second and final reading of ordinance adopting new voting ward reapportionment map and revising Council Member ward boundaries
- Second and final reading of ordinance amending Chapter 14 to create Article III on coin-operated machines and establish an occupation tax
- Resolution approving plan of finance to issue General Obligation Refunding Bonds
- Resolution expressing intent to reimburse costs for capital improvements
- Resolution authorizing notice of intention to issue Certificates of Obligation for street and drainage improvements
Municipal Court
The Rockport Municipal Court is holding high school hearings on January 10, 2022, via Zoom. The agenda lists cases involving truant conduct, disorderly conduct (fighting), possession of tobacco, and a parent contributing to non-attendance. All cases are scheduled for in-person or review proceedings.
- Truant conduct cases for Dakota Fortin, Luis Aguilar, Dustin Benavidez, and Damien Nelson
- Disorderly conduct (fighting) cases for Shelby Gunn and Masie Haley, officer Munoz
- Possession of tobacco product case for Dezire Fullmer, officer Munoz
- Parent contributing to non-attendance case for Donald Nelson