Jamaica Beach, Texas
Jamaica Beach Texas average (US Census ACS)
Population991
Per-capita income$80,701
Median home value$313,600
Typical home value $451,433 -10.4% yr/yr · +2.5% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2001–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Próximas reuniones
Thu Jul 23, 2026
City Council
Jamaica Beach City Council to hold regular meeting July 23, 2026
The City Council will meet to conduct routine business, including the approval of minutes from the July 9, 2026, meeting. The agenda includes reports from the City Administrator and the Chief of Police.
- Approval of minutes from the July 9, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
- Police report detailing 109 calls for service and 134 citations issued in June 2026
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211
wwwjamaicabeachtx.gov
The City Council of the City of Jamaica Beach, Texas, will conduct a Regular Meeting scheduled
at 6:00 pm on Thursday, July 23, 2026, in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 16628 San
Luis Pass Road.
To participate remotely: Please complete the Remote Citizen Comment Form on the City's
website www.jamaicabeachtx.gov listed under the City Council tab or follow this link.
https://www.jamaicabeachtx.gov/city-council/webforms/remote-citizen-comment -form
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) INVOCATION - David Dillman, Church of the Living God
4) CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
5) PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are invited to give comments. Anyone will be allowed to speak on any subject
other than personnel matter or matters
under litigation, for a length of time not to exceed three
minutes. No Council/ Board discussion or action
can take place on non-agenda items until such items
are placed on an agenda and posted in accordance
with law. (GC, 551.042.)
6) SPECIAL PRESENTATION
7) ANNOUNCEMENTS
8) REPORTS FROM DIRECTORS, POLICE, AND FIRE
1. City Admini strator Salas - Verbal
2. Chief of Police Seurattan - Attached
3. Fire Chief
Baden - None
9) CONSENT AGENDA AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The following items are considered routine by the City Council and will be e
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Reuniones recientes
Thu Jul 9, 2026
City Council
El Concejo aprueba Ordenanza de Iluminación con revisiones
El Concejo Municipal aprobó una Ordenanza de Iluminación revisada y una ordenanza de Municode, nombró alternos para la Junta de Ajuste y autorizó un contrato de control de contaminación del agua con el Distrito de Salud del Condado de Galveston. El personal informó sobre un reembolso de $68,000 por el Huracán Beryl y el progreso en varios proyectos, incluyendo canchas de pickleball y un sendero para caminar.
- Aprobó la Ordenanza de Iluminación 2026-03 después de revisar la Sección 6 y el formato
- Aprobó la Ordenanza de Municode 2026-05
- Aprobó el Contrato de Control y Mitigación de la Contaminación del Agua para el año fiscal 2027 con el Distrito de Salud del Condado de Galveston
- Nombró a Harold Trahan y Peter Westerkamp como alternos para la Junta de Ajuste
- Recibió el informe sobre el reembolso de FEMA de $68,000 por el Huracán Beryl proveniente de TDEM
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
June 11,2026
6:00 P.M.
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
Mayor Pro Tem Renick called the meeting to order
at 6:00 P.M.
The following Council Members were present:
Mayor Pro Tem Aaron Renick
Alderwoman Diana Charron
Alderwoman Marci Hoffman
Alderwoman Melissa Joseph
Alderman Brandon McDermott
The following Council Members were absent:
Mayor Mary Morse
The following staff were present:
City Administrator – Gilbert Salas
City Secretary – Courtney Gonzales
Chief of Police – Matthew Seurattan
Finance Director – Ester Abrego
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) INVOCATION – Gilbert Salas – City Administrator
4) CONFLICTS OF INTEREST - None
5) PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are invited to give comments. Anyone will be allowed to speak on any
subject other than personnel matter or matters under litigation, for a length of time not to exceed
three minutes. No Council / Board discussion or action can take place on non-agenda items until
such items are placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law. (GC, 551.042.)
CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628
San Luis Pass Road
5264
Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737
-
1142
FAX (409) 737
-
5211
wwwjamaicabeachtx.gov
6) SPECIAL PRESENTATION
7) ANNOUNCEMENTS
8) REPORTS FROM DIRECTORS, POLICE, AND FIRE
1. City Administrator Salas – Verbal
We have a vacancy i
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Tue Jul 7, 2026
City Council
La Junta de Ajuste considerará tres solicitudes de varianza para propiedades en Cormorant, Karankawa, Anchor
La Junta de Ajuste de Jamaica Beach llevará a cabo una reunión pública para decidir sobre tres solicitudes de varianzas de las reglas municipales de retranqueo y proyección de muelles. Los puntos incluyen solicitudes para una ampliación en 16726 Cormorant Drive, una piscina que invade una servidumbre en 4308 Karankawa Way y la extensión de un muelle para botes en 16557 Anchor Way.
- Varianza para una ampliación de casa en 16726 Cormorant Drive para reducir los retranqueos requeridos en tres calles
- Varianza para una piscina que invade una servidumbre aérea de 10'x20' en 4308 Karankawa Way; se proporcionó una carta de no objeción de CenterPoint Energy
- Varianza para extender un muelle/casa de botes 15 pies desde el malecón en 16557 Anchor Way para un paso seguro
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 SAN LUIS PASS IN CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5264 JAMAICA BEACH
JAMAICA BEACH, TEXAS 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211
July 7, 2026
6:00 P.M.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT COMMITTEE MEETING
AGENDA
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ATTENDANCE
3. PLEDGE OF ALLIGENCE
4. DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
5. REQUEST TO ADDRESS BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT COMMISSIONERS MEETING
6. ITEM(S) OF BUSINESS
• Application for variance at 16726 Cormorant
Drive
• Application for variance at 4308 Karankawa Way
• Application for variance at 16557 Anchor Way
7. ADJOURNMENT
THE CITY HALL IS WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE, AND ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES ARE AVAILABLE. REQUESTS
FOR ACCOMMODATIONS OR INTERPRETIVE SERVICES MUST BE MADE 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THIS MEETING.
CONTACT THE CITY SECRETARY AT 409-737-1142 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
NAME OF APPUCANT:
Robert and Brigitte Avery
MAILING ADDRESS:
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
www .jamaicabeachtx.gov
APPLICATION FOR VARIAN CE
205 McVoy Drive League City, TX 77573
PHONE NO.: 281-451-3830
EMAIL: [email protected] ST A TUS OF APPLICANT: OWNER: X
or AGENT: (IF AGENT, ATTACH LETTER OF AUTHORIZATION FROM
PROPERTY OWNER) PROPERTY DESCRIPTION PHYSICAL ADDRESS:
16726 Cormorant Drive Jamaica Beach, TX 77554
LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
ABST 121 Hall & Jones Sur Lot 107, Section 23
CURRENT ZONING: Residentail EXISTING USE: Residentail
___________ ACRES/SQ.FT.: .1321 acres DOES OWNER
OWN ADJACENT PRO
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
City Council
El Concejo votará sobre la Ordenanza de Luces, Municode y el contrato de agua
El Concejo Municipal de Jamaica Beach considerará y posiblemente aprobará dos ordenanzas propuestas: la Ordenanza de Luces 2026-03 y la Ordenanza de Municode 2026-05. También discutirán y votarán sobre un Contrato de Control y Mitigación de la Contaminación del Agua para el año fiscal 2027 con el Galveston County Health District, y considerarán el nombramiento de suplentes para la Junta de Ajuste. La agenda de consentimiento incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 14 de mayo de 2026.
- Discusión y posible aprobación de la Ordenanza de Luces 2026-03
- Discusión y posible aprobación de la Ordenanza de Municode 2026-05
- Contrato de Control y Mitigación de la Contaminación del Agua FY2027 con el Galveston County Health District
- Discusión y posible nombramiento de suplentes para la Junta de Ajuste
- Aprobación de las actas de la Reunión Ordinaria del Concejo del 14 de mayo de 2026
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✓ Decidido: City Council approves light and Municode ordinances
The City Council approved the Light Ordinance 2026-03 with revisions and the Municode Ordinance 2026-05. The council also approved a water pollution control contract and appointed two alternates to the Board of Adjustment.
- Approved Light Ordinance 2026-03 with revisions (4-0-1)
- Approved Municode Ordinance 2026-05 (4-0-1)
- Approved FY2027 Water Pollution Control and Abatement Contract with Galveston County Health District (4-0-1)
- Appointed Harold Trahan as alternate to Board of Adjustment
- Appointed Peter Westerkamp as alternate to Board of Adjustment
- Approved minutes from 5-14-2026 Regular Council Meeting (4-0-1)
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211
wwwjamaicabeachtx.gov
The City Council of the City of Jamaica Beach, Texas, will conduct a Regular Meeting
scheduled at 6:00 pm on Thursday June 11, 2026, in the City Hall Counci l Chambers
located at 16628 San Luis Pass Road.
To participate remotely: Please complete the Remote Citizen Comment Form on the
City's website www.jamaicabeachtx.gov listed under the City Council tab or follow this
link.
https://www.jamaicabeachtx .gov/city-council/webforms/ remote-citizen-comment-form
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) INVOCATION - Pastor Trey, Church of the Living God
4) CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
5) PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are invited to give comments. Anyone will be allowed to speak on any
subject other than personnel matter or matters under litigation, for a length of time not to exceed
three minutes. No Council / Board discussion or action can take place on non-agenda items until
such items are placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law. (GC, 551.042.)
6) SPECIAL PRESENTATION
7) ANNOUNCEMENTS
8) REPORTS FROM DIRECTORS, POLICE, AND FIRE
1. City Administrator Salas - Verbal
2. Chief of Police Seurattan - Verbal & Attached
3. Finance Director Ester Abrego - Attached
4. Fire Chief Baden - None
9) CONSENT AGENDA AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The following items are
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
June 11,2026
6:00 P.M.
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
Mayor Pro Tem Renick called the meeting to order
at 6:00 P.M.
The following Council Members were present:
Mayor Pro Tem Aaron Renick
Alderwoman Diana Charron
Alderwoman Marci Hoffman
Alderwoman Melissa Joseph
Alderman Brandon McDermott
The following Council Members were absent:
Mayor Mary Morse
The following staff were present:
City Administrator – Gilbert Salas
City Secretary – Courtney Gonzales
Chief of Police – Matthew Seurattan
Finance Director – Ester Abrego
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) INVOCATION – Gilbert Salas – City Administrator
4) CONFLICTS OF INTEREST - None
5) PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are invited to give comments. Anyone will be allowed to speak on any
subject other than personnel matter or matters under litigation, for a length of time not to exceed
three minutes. No Council / Board discussion or action can take place on non-agenda items until
such items are placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law. (GC, 551.042.)
CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628
San Luis Pass Road
5264
Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737
-
1142
FAX (409) 737
-
5211
wwwjamaicabeachtx.gov
6) SPECIAL PRESENTATION
7) ANNOUNCEMENTS
8) REPORTS FROM DIRECTORS, POLICE, AND FIRE
1. City Administrator Salas – Verbal
We have a vacancy i
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
City Council
La Junta de Ajuste considera un replanteo y cinco solicitudes de varianza
La Junta de Ajuste de Jamaica Beach considerará un replanteo en 3902 Bob Smith y cinco solicitudes de varianza en direcciones de Cormorant Drive, Karankawa Way, Anchor Way y Jamaica Beach Cove. La reunión incluye comentarios públicos y elementos procesales estándar.
- Replanteo en 3902 Bob Smith
- Solicitud de varianza en 16726 Cormorant Drive
- Solicitud de varianza en 4308 Karankawa Way
- Solicitud de varianza en 16557 Anchor Way
- Solicitud de varianza en 16606 Jamaica Beach Cove
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 SAN LUIS PASS IN CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5264 JAMAICA BEACH
JAMAICA BEACH, TEXAS 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211
June 2, 2026
6:00 P.M.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT COMMITTEE MEETING
AGENDA
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ATTENDANCE
3. PLEDGE OF ALLIGENCE
4. DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
5. REQUEST TO ADDRESS BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT COMMISSIONERS MEETING
6. ITEM(S) OF BUSINESS
• Replat at 3902 Bob Smith
• Application for variance at 16726 Cormorant
Drive
• Application for variance at 4308 Karankawa Way
• Application for variance at 16557 Anchor Way
• Application for variance at 16606 Jamaica Beach
Cove
7. ADJOURNMENT
THE CITY HALL IS WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE, AND ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES ARE AVAILABLE. REQUESTS
FOR ACCOMMODATIONS OR INTERPRETIVE SERVICES MUST BE MADE 72 HOURS PRIOR TO THIS MEETING.
CONTACT THE CITY SECRETARY AT 409-737-1142 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
Wed May 27, 2026
City Council
Informe mensual de la policía de abril de 2026 presentado al concejo
El Concejo Municipal de Jamaica Beach recibe el informe mensual de actividad del departamento de policía de abril de 2026. El informe detalla 123 llamadas de servicio, incluyendo 140 citaciones y cero arrestos. Los incidentes notables incluyeron quejas por ruido, allanamientos y llamadas de control animal. No se requiere ninguna acción del concejo sobre este elemento informativo.
- 123 llamadas totales de servicio en abril de 2026
- 140 citaciones emitidas, cero arrestos
- 24 llamadas por ruido fuerte, 12 llamadas por vehículo/persona sospechosa
- Las llamadas de control animal incluyeron una vaca en la carretera y un caimán en una propiedad
- Múltiples violaciones de ruido y estacionamiento relacionadas con alquileres a corto plazo (STR)
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Jamaica Beach Police Department
Chief Matthew Seurattan
16628 San Luis Pass Road (physical)
5264 Jamaica Beach (mailing)
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
Office (409) 737-1142 / Fax (409) 974-4307
[email protected]
To: Mayor and Council
During the Month of April 2026 officers responded to 123 calls for service. Included are calls where we assisted
the Galveston Police Department as back up units.
We also conducted routine business checks, residential checks (vacation watches), beach checks, and checks of
the marina.
Alarm Calls (4)
Suspicious Vehicle/Person (12)
Citizen Assist (10)
Animal Control (2)
Loud Noise (24)
Disturbance (5)
Reckless Driver (7)
Welfare Concern (12)
Citations (140)
Arrest (0)
Accident (5)
Civil Matter (0)
Trespassing (5)
Intoxicated Person (2)
City Ordinance Violation (14)
Weapons Call (1)
Theft (1)
Criminal Mischief (0)
Open Door (2)
Assault (1)
Disorderly Conduct (0)
Deceased Person (0)
Assist by Law (11)
Assist Fire Dept (0)
Pursuit (0)
Fraud (0)
Parking Violation (5)
Discharge of Firearm (0)
Terroristic Threat (0)
911 Hang-Up (0)
Calls for Service:
On 04/02/26 at approximately 8:33am, officer(s) were dispatched to the 4400 block of Pelican Way on a
trespass call. Officer arrived on location and located three white males, advised they were trespassing.
Individuals left.
On 04/02/26 at approximately 7:51pm, officer(s) were dispatched to the 16600 block of Albatros Rd
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Thu May 14, 2026
City Council
El Concejo votará sobre una nueva ordenanza de iluminación exterior
El Concejo Municipal discutirá y posiblemente aprobará la propuesta de la Ordenanza de Iluminación 2026-03, que deroga ordenanzas anteriores y establece nuevos estándares para la iluminación exterior con el fin de reducir el deslumbramiento y la intrusión lumínica. También considerarán la Ordenanza PIR 2026-04 y discutirán la Ordenanza de Municode 2026-05. Se realizarán nombramientos para la Junta de Ajuste y se presentará una Proclamación de Obras Públicas.
- Discusión y posible acción sobre la Ordenanza de Iluminación 2026-03 (derogando las ordenanzas 2001-2 y 2004-1; regulando la iluminación exterior y la iluminación molesta)
- Discusión y posible acción sobre la Ordenanza PIR 2026-04
- Discusión de la Ordenanza de Municode 2026-05
- Nombramiento de nuevos miembros para la Junta de Ajuste
- Presentación de una Proclamación de Obras Públicas para la Semana Nacional de Obras Públicas (17-23 de mayo)
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✓ Decidido: Council approves new Board of Adjustment members and PIR ordinance
The City Council approved the appointment of five new members to the Board of Adjustment and passed a proposed Property Insurance Rating (PIR) Ordinance. The meeting also included the approval of previous meeting minutes and a discussion on a proposed Light Ordinance.
- Approved Ben Espey to Board of Adjustment (4-0)
- Approved George Campbell to Board of Adjustment (4-0)
- Approved Steve Walker to Board of Adjustment (4-0)
- Approved Ben White to Board of Adjustment (4-0)
- Approved David Tornero to Board of Adjustment (4-0)
- Approved proposed PIR Ordinance 2026-04 (4-0)
- Approved minutes from April 9, April 21, and May 7 meetings (4-0)
- Tabled discussion on proposed Light Ordinance 2026-03
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach. Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211
wwwjamaicabeachtx.gov
The City Council of the City of Jamaica Beach, Texas, will conduct a Regular Meeting scheduled at 6:00 pm
on Thursday, May 14, 2026, in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 16628 San Luis Pass Road.
To participate remotely: Please complete the Remote Citizen Comment Form on the City's website
www.jamaicabeachtx.gov listed under the City Council tab or follow this link.
https://www.jamaicabeachtx.gov/city-council/webforms/remote-citizen-comment-form
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) INVOCATION -David Dillman, Church of the Living God
4) CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
5) PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are invited to give comments. Anyone will be allowed to speak on any subject other
than personnel matter or ma tters under litigation, for a length of time not to exceed three minute s. No
Council / Board discussion or action can take place on non-agenda items until such items are placed on an
agenda and posted in accordance with law. (GC, 551.042.)
6) SPECIAL PRESENTATION
1. Mayor Morse presents a Public Works Proclamation to recognize the hard work and excellence they
bring Jamaica Beach every single day. National Public Works Week is May 17 - 23, 2026.
2. Cheif Matt Seurattan introduces Sergeant Joshua Allred.
7) ANNOUNCEMENTS
8) REPORT
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Thu May 7, 2026
City Council
El Concejo Municipal considerará el permiso de dragado y relleno de Jay Barrow
La agenda de esta reunión consiste únicamente en los planes de proyecto para una solicitud de permiso de dragado y relleno (SWG-2025-00062) de Jay Barrow, ubicada cerca de Bob Smith Dr. en Galveston Bay. No se enumeran otros puntos.
- Solicitud de permiso SWG-2025-00062 para dragado y relleno de Jay Barrow
- Ubicación cerca de Bob Smith Dr., Galveston Bay
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✓ Decidido: City Council holds special meeting on proposed Pelican Road development
The City Council held a special meeting to receive public comment regarding a proposed development at 4520 Pelican Road. Residents expressed opposition to the project, citing concerns over wetland destruction, flooding, and impacts on the Lorenz Family Jamaica Beach Bird and Fish Estuary. No formal decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.
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Tue Apr 21, 2026
City Council
El Concejo discutirá el Plan Estratégico del FY26 en una reunión de taller
El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo una reunión de taller para discutir el Plan Estratégico del FY26, revisando el progreso de las metas en responsabilidad fiscal, infraestructura, administración, planificación, comunicación y prioridades comunitarias. La reunión es solo para discusión; no hay votos ni decisiones formales programadas.
- Discusión sobre el estado de las auditorías financieras vencidas con fecha objetivo de finalización para septiembre de 2027
- Actualización sobre el proceso de revisión de tarifas de agua y alcantarillado, incluyendo la posible contratación de un consultor
- Revisión de proyectos de infraestructura: actualización del generador de WWTP, identificación de pozos de registro de alcantarillado, reemplazo del generador del city hall
- Progreso en la restauración de dunas, planificación de drenaje y mantenimiento de carreteras vinculado al financiamiento de bonos del condado
- Estado de las actualizaciones de ordenanzas: códigos de ruido, iluminación, zonificación y mantenimiento de propiedades
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✓ Decidido: Council reviews strategic plan status, provides direction on priorities
The council held a special meeting to review the Strategic Priorities and Goals Status Report as of April 21, 2026. Staff provided updates on completed initiatives, ongoing projects, and areas lacking progress across fiscal, infrastructure, administration, planning, communication, and community focus areas. Council discussed timelines, adjustments, and resource needs, and directed staff to continue advancing priority items and address delays. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; the only motion was to adjourn (4-0-1).
- Discussed and provided direction on strategic plan updates and timeline adjustments
- Adjourned meeting at 8:58 PM (4-0-1)
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211
wwwijamaicabeachtx.gov
The City Council of the City of Jamaica Beach, Texas, will conduct a Workshop Meeting
scheduled at 5:30pm on Tuesday April 21st, 2026, in the City Hall Council Chambers located
at 16628 San Luis Pass Road.
To participate remotely: Please complete the Remote Citizen Comment Form on the
City’s website www.jamaicabeachtx.gov listed under the City Council tab or follow this
link.
https://Awww.jamaicabeachtx.gov/city-council/webforms/remote-citizen-comment-form
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) NEW BUSINESS
1. Discussion of the Strategic Plan for FY26
4) ADJOURN
CERTIFICATION
|, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice of a Meeting was posted on the bulletin board
at City Hall, 16628 San Luis Pass Road, a place convenient and readily accessible to the public at all times,
and said Notice was posted and remained so posted continuously for at least 72 hours before said meeting
was convened.
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The City Hall is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Persons with
disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services such as
interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or large print
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Thu Apr 9, 2026
City Council
El Concejo votará sobre un aumento de $0.06 en la tarifa de recaudación de impuestos por parcela
El Concejo Municipal considerará aprobar una enmienda al acuerdo de recaudación de impuestos con el Condado de Galveston, aumentando la tarifa por parcela de $0.21 a $0.27 para las parcelas del Condado de Galveston y de $0.97 a $1.03 para las parcelas del Condado de Harris, efectivo para el año fiscal 2026. La agenda también incluye una proclama que reconoce abril de 2026 como el Mes de la Concientización sobre la Agresión Sexual, la aprobación de las actas de reuniones anteriores y un informe financiero mensual.
- Enmienda al acuerdo de recaudación interlocal: aumento de la tarifa por parcela a $0.27 (Galveston) y $1.03 (Harris) para el año fiscal 2026
- Proclama que reconoce abril de 2026 como el Mes de la Concientización sobre la Agresión Sexual
- Aprobación de las actas de la Reunión Regular del 3/12/2026 y del Taller del 3/10/2026
- Informe financiero mensual de febrero de 2026 que muestra $2.44M en ingresos frente a $1.95M en gastos
- Informes verbales del Administrador de la Ciudad, el Jefe de Policía y el Director de Finanzas
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✓ Decidido: Council approves March meeting minutes
The City Council approved the minutes from the March 12, 2026, meeting and the March 10, 2026, workshop. The meeting was primarily a public comment session regarding alleged vandalism and intimidation.
- Approved March 12, 2026 Council meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved March 10, 2026 Workshop meeting minutes (5-0)
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211
wwwjamaicabeachtx.gov
The City Council of the City of Jamaica Beach, Texas, will conduct a Regular Meeting
scheduled at 6:00 pm on Thursday, April 91 2026, in the City Hall Council Chambers located at
16628 San Luis Pass Road.
To participate remotely: Please complete the Remote Citizen Comment Form on the City's
website www.jamaicabeachtx.gov listed under the City Council tab or follow this link.
https://www.jamaicabeachtx.gov/city-council/webforms/remote-citizen-comment-form
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) INVOCATION - Pastor Marlo - Church of The Living God
4) CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
5) PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are invited to give comments. Anyone will be allowed to speak on any subject
other than personnel matters or matters under litigation, for a length of time not to exceed three
minutes. No Council / Board discussion or action can take place on non-agenda items until such
items are placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law. (GC, 551.042.)
6) SPECIAL PRESENTATION
1. The Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County presents a proclamation recognizing
April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
7) ANNOUNCEMENTS
8) REPORTS FROM DIRECTORS, POLICE, AND FIRE
1. City Administrator Salas - Verbal
2. Chief of Police Seu rattan - Attached
3. Finance
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Thu Mar 12, 2026
City Council
City to award wastewater plant contract for $829,369
The Jamaica Beach City Council will consider awarding a contract for wastewater treatment plant improvements to McDonald Municipal & Industrial for $829,369. The agenda also includes a discussion on FEMA funding for dune walkovers and Robert Half's audit prep services.
- Award Wastewater Treatment Plant Project contract to McDonald Municipal & Industrial for $829,369
- Discussion on FEMA funding for dune walkovers
- Discussion on Robert Half audit prep services
- Approval of minutes from February 26, 2026 Regular Council Meeting
- Jamaican Me Clean Day scheduled for March 21 at 9am
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✓ Decidido: Council meeting held; no formal actions taken
The council met on March 12, 2026, with Mayor Mary Morse presiding. Members discussed software upgrades, a new notification system, and potential grant funding, but no motions were voted on. Public comments raised concerns about a proposed high‑density development west of town. No official decisions or vote tallies were recorded.
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211
wwwijamaicabeachtx.gov
The City Council of the City of Jamaica Beach, Texas, will conduct a Regular Meeting scheduled
at 6:00 pm on Thursday, March 12, 2026, in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 16628
San Luis Pass Road.
To participate remotely: Please complete the Remote Citizen Comment Form on the City’s
website www.jamaicabeachtx.gov listed under the City Council tab or follow this link.
https://www.jamaicabeachtx.gov/city-council/webforms/remote-citizen-comment-form
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) INVOCATION -— David Dillman, Church of the Living God
4) CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
5) PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are invited to give comments. Anyone will be allowed to speak on any subject
other than personnel matter or matters under litigation, for a length of time not to exceed three
minutes. No Council / Board discussion or action can take place on non-agenda items until such items
are placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law. (GC, 551.042.)
6) SPECIAL PRESENTATION
1. Robert Half presentation on their audit prep services.
7) ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Jamaican Me Clean Day is March 21* at 9am at the Pavillion.
2. The Easter Celebration will be on April 4° from 10am — 1pm.
8) REPORTS FROM DIRECTORS, POLICE, AND FIRE
1. City Administrator Salas — Verbal
2. C
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211
wwwjamaicabeachtx.gov
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
March 12, 2026
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS:
Mayor Morse called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm
The following Council Members were present:
Mayor Mary Morse
Mayor Pro Tem Aaron Renick
Alderman Brandon McDermott
Alderwoman Diana Charron
Alderwoman Melissa Joseph
The following Council Members were absent:
Alderwoman Marci Hoffman
The following staff were present:
City Administrator – Gilbert Salas
City Secretary – Courtney Gonzales
Chief of Police – Matthew Seurattan
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
INVOCATION: Gilbert Salas – City Administrator
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
The development of the land west of Jamaica Beach will most likely occur someday. And that
future development should comply with Galveston’s current development rules and regulations
with no exceptions. A land development project should not be granted special rights to build out
a high-density development as high-density is not the “neighborhood” of the west end of
Galveston Island. The current Discovery Sands development proposal is worrisome in that it
proposes a high-density development. Has Discovery Sands shared details with the Planning
Commission on 1) the annual Maintenance cost (and Homeowner’s Association annu
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Tue Mar 10, 2026
City Council
City Council to discuss FY26 strategic plan
The City Council will hold a Town Hall meeting to discuss the Strategic Plan for Fiscal Year 2026. The meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.
- Discussion of the Strategic Plan for FY26
- Town Hall Meeting scheduled for 5:30 p.m.
- Meeting location: City Hall Council Chambers
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✓ Decidido: Council voted 5-0 to adjourn the meeting
The council approved a motion to adjourn the March 10, 2026 meeting with a 5-0 vote. No substantive policy, budget, or project decisions were recorded. The meeting included a review of the city’s strategic plan but resulted only in procedural actions.
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211 wwwjamaicabeachtx.gov
The City Council of the City of Jamaica Beach, Texas, will conduct a Town Hall
Meeting scheduled at 5:30pm on Tuesday March 10, 2026 in the City Hall Council
Chambers located at 16628 San Luis Pass Road.
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) NEW BUSINESS
1. Discussion of the Strategic Plan for FY26
5) ADJOURN
CERTIFICATION
l, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice of a Meeting was posted on the bulletin
board at City Hall, 16628 San Luis Pass Road, a place convenient and readily accessible to the public at all
times, and said Notice was posted and remained so posted continuously for at least 72 hours before said
meeting was convened.
The City Hall is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Persons with disabilities
who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services such as interpreters for
persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, rea ders, or large print, are requested to contact the City
Secretary's Office at 409 -737-1 142 or by email at [email protected]. Requests should be
made at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. This agenda is posted on the city's web site at
www.iamaicabeachtx.gov.
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211
wwwjamaicabeachtx.gov
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
March 10, 2026
5:30 P.M.
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
Mayor Morse called the meeting to order at 5:30 P.M.
The following Council Members were present:
Mayor Mary Morse
Alderwoman Diana Charron
Alderwoman Marci Hoffman
Alderwoman Melissa Joseph
Alderman Brandon McDermott
Mayor Pro Tem Aaron Renick
The following staff were present:
Interim City Administrator – Gilbert Salas
City Secretary – Courtney Gonzales
Chief of Police – Matthew Seurattan
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) STRATEGIC PLAN DISCUSSION
City staff and council reviewed the Strategic Priorities and Goals Status report as of March 10,
2026, including Fiscal Responsibility, Infrastructure, Administration, Planning and
Development, Communication, and Community. Staff provided updates on completed items,
ongoing projects, and areas where progress has not yet been made. Council discussed current
timelines, project statuses, and priorities, including financial reporting, audit progress,
infrastructure improvements, ordinance updates, planning initiatives, communication
enhancements, and community projects. Discussion included adjustments to deadlines,
implementation strategies, and the need for additional resources or consultant support where
applicab
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Thu Feb 26, 2026
City Council
CenterPoint Energy offers $69,264.41 for easement on Parcel D396-012
The City Council will hold its regular meeting, approve the minutes from the February 12, 2026 meeting, receive reports from the City Administrator, Police Chief, and Fire Chief, review the monthly financial report, hear a special presentation on west‑end development, and consider CenterPoint Energy’s proposal to acquire easement rights on Parcel D396‑012 for $69,264.41.
- Approval of minutes from the Regular City Council meeting on 2‑12‑2026 (consent agenda).
- Special presentation by Jeff Blackard (Discovery Sands) regarding development on the west end.
- Police Department monthly report: 41 calls for service in January 2026, including 95 citations and 1 accident.
- Monthly financial report showing General Fund revenues $1,024,858.10 and expenditures $653,712.41.
- CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC offer of $69,264.41 to acquire easement(s) on Parcel No. D396‑012 (Stewart to West Bay project).
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✓ Decidido: Council held public comments and reports; no formal actions were taken
The February 26, 2026 council meeting featured public comments on a proposed west‑end development and the short‑term rental ordinance. A special presentation by Jeff Blackard discussed the Discovery Sands project. City Administrator Gilbert Salas gave updates on a pending lawsuit, a future wastewater‑treatment plant cost review, and a new notification app, but no motions were adopted, denied, or tabled.
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211 wwwjamaicabeachtx.gov
The City Council of the City of Jamaica Beach, Texas, will conduct a Regular Meeting scheduled
at 6:00 pm on Thursday, February 26, 2026, in the City Hall Council Chambers located at
16628 San Luis Pass Road.
To participate remotely: Please complete the Remote Citizen Comment Form on the City's
website www.jamaicabeachtx.gov listed under the City Council tab or follow this link.
https ://www. j amaicabeachtx. gov/ ci ty-counci 1/webforms/remote-citizen-comment-form
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) INVOCATION - Mike Saccar, Church of the Living God
4) CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
5) PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are invited to give comments. Anyone will be allowed to speak on any subject
other than personnel matters or matters under litigation, for a length of time not to exceed three
minutes. No Counci
l / Board discussion or action can take place on non-agenda items until such
items are placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law. (GC, 551.042.)
6) SPECIAL PRESENTATION - Jeff Blackard with Discovery Sands regarding the development on the
west end.
7) ANNOUNCEMENTS
8) REPORTS FROM DIRECTORS, POLICE, AND FIRE
1. City Administrator Salas - Verbal
2. Chief of Police
Seurattan -Attached
3. Ester Abrego -Attached
4. Fire Chief Baden - None
9) C
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211
www.jamaicabeachtx.gov
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
February 26, 2026
6:00 P.M.
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
Mayor Morse called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M.
The following Council Members were present:
Mayor Mary Morse
Mayor Pro Tem Aaron Renick
Alderwoman Diana Charron
Alderwoman Marci Hoffman
Alderwoman Melissa Joseph
Alderman Brandon McDermott
The following staff were present:
City Administrator – Gilbert Salas
Chief of Police – Matthew Seurattan
City Secretary – Courtney Gonzales
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) INVOCATION – Mike Sacaar – Church of the Living God
4) CONFLICTS OF INTEREST - None
5) PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are invited to give comments. Anyone will be allowed to speak on any subject
other than personnel matter or matters under litigation, for a length of time not to exceed three
minutes. No Council / Board discussion or action can take place on non-agenda items until such items
are placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law. (GC, 551.042.)
Harold Trahan – 16607 Sand Piper Rd
I want to express my opinion on it, and I am concerned about the impact it will have on our traffic. We
are extra burdened already with just the two lanes in front of Jamaica Beach , you know in the
summertime and tourist season traffic. You c
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Fri Feb 20, 2026
City Council
City Council to discuss STR Ordinance 2026-01
The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action on STR Ordinance 2026-01. The agenda also includes a potential executive session for personnel matters.
- Discussion and possible action regarding STR Ordinance 2026-01
- Executive session to deliberate appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee
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✓ Decidido: Council tables discussion of STR Ordinance 2026-01
The council voted to table the discussion of Short‑Term Rental Ordinance 2026‑01. The motion to table was made by Mayor Morse, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Renick, and passed unanimously. No other substantive actions on the ordinance were taken.
- Tabled discussion of STR Ordinance 2026-01 (5 AYES, 0 NAYS)
- Moved meeting into executive session (motion passed)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:46 p.m. (5 AYES, 0 NAYS)
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211 wwwjamaicabeachtx.gov
The City Council of the City of Jamaica Beach, Texas, will conduct a Special Meeting scheduled
at 6:00 pm on Friday, February 20th, 2026, in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 16628
San Luis Pass Road.
To participate remotely: Please complete the Remote Citizen Comment Form on the City’s
website www.jamaicabeachtx.gov listed under the City Council tab or follow this link.
https:/Awww.jamaicabeachtx.gov/city-councilAvebforms/remote-citizen-comment-form
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) INVOCATION - Gilbert Salas, City Administrator
4) CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
5) PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are invited to give comments. Anyone will be allowed to speak on any
subject other than personnel matters or matters under litigation, for a length of time not to exceed
three minutes. No Council / Board discussion or action can take place on non-agenda items until
such items are placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law. (GC, 551.042.)
6) COMMENTS / REPORTS FROM MEMBERS OF COUNCIL
7) NEW BUSINESS
1. Discussion and possible action regarding STR Ordinance 2026-01
8) OLD BUSINESS
9) MAYOR’S REPORT
10) EXECUTIVE SESSION
The City Council may convene a public meeting and then recess into a closed executive session, to
discuss any of the items lis
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16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211
wwwjamaicabeachtx.gov
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
February 20, 2026
6:00 P.M.
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
Mayor Morse called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M.
The following Council Members were present:
Mayor Mary Morse
Mayor Pro Tem Aaron Renick
Alderwoman Diana Charron
Alderwoman Marci Hoffman
Alderwoman Melissa Joseph
Alderman Brandon McDermott
The following staff were present:
City Administrator – Gilbert Salas
City Secretary – Courtney Gonzales
Chief of Police – Matthew Seurattan
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) INVOCATION – Gilbert Salas – City Administrator
4) CONFLICTS OF INTEREST - None
5) PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are invited to give comments. Anyone will be allowed to speak on any subject
other than personnel matter or matters under litigation, for a length of time not to exceed three
minutes. No Council / Board discussion or action can take place on non-agenda items until such items
are placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law. (GC, 551.042.)
Russell Schovajsa – 16716 Cabeza De Vaca
I read their lawsuit. Much of it was exaggerations and all sorts of allegations. They are seeking
the judge to throw out the entire ordinance. So, that is what this is really all about. They want this
city to be like the wild west and
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Thu Feb 12, 2026
City Council
Council to consider repealing Ordinance 2001-02 and adopt new outdoor lighting standards
The Jamaica Beach City Council will discuss several new ordinances, including a proposal to repeal Ordinance No. 2001-02 and establish outdoor lighting standards with penalties up to $2,000 per day. Other items include a Public Information Request Ordinance, a purchase of an aerial easement through CenterPoint Energy in front of City Hall, and a resolution to authorize aerial mosquito spraying by Galveston County. The council will also review development on the west end and other routine agenda items.
- Proposed Light Ordinance to repeal Ordinance No. 2001-02 and set outdoor lighting standards
- Proposed Public Information Request Ordinance
- Requirement to purchase an aerial easement through CenterPoint Energy in front of City Hall
- Resolution authorizing aerial mosquito spraying through Galveston County
- Discussion of development on the west end
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✓ Decidido: Council unanimously approved the Jan. 22, 2026 meeting minutes
The City Council voted 5‑0 to approve the minutes from the regular meeting held on January 22, 2026. No other motions or ordinances were adopted during the February 12 session. Public comments on short‑term rentals and agenda reporting were heard but no actions were taken. The meeting also announced the Mardi Gras Golf Cart Parade on February 14.
- Approved minutes from 1-22-2026 meeting (5‑0)
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211 www.jamaicabeachtx.gov
The City Council of the City of Jamaica Beach, Texas, will conduct a Council Meeting
scheduled at 6:00 pm on Thursday February 12, 2026, in the City Hall Council Chambers
located at 16628 San Luis Pass Road.
To participate remotely: Please complete the Remote Citizen Comment Form on the
City's website www.iamaicabeachtx.qov listed under the City Council tab or follow this
link. https://www.iamaicabeachtx.gov/city-council/w ebfotms/remote -citizen-co
mment-form
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) INVOCATION Pastor Abel — Church of the Living God
4) CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
5) PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are invited to give comments. Anyone will be allowed to speak on any
subject other than personnel matters or matters under litigation, for a length of time not to exceed
three minutes. No Council / Board discussion or action can take place on non-agenda items until
such items are placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law. (GC, 551.042.)
6) SPECIAL PRESENTATION
7) ANNOUNCEMENTS
8) REPORTS FROM DIRECTORS POLICE AND FIRE
1. City Administrator Salas — Verbal
2. Chief of Police Seurattan — None
3. Fire Chief Baden - None
9) CONSENT AGENDA AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The following items are considered routine by the City Council a
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16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211
www.jamaicabeachtx.gov
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
February 12, 2026
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS:
Mayor Morser called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm
The following Council Members were present:
Mayor Mary Morse
Mayor Pro Tem Aaron Renick
Alderwoman Marci Hoffman
Alderman Brandon McDermott
Alderwoman Diana Charron
Alderwoman Melissa Joseph
The following staff were present:
City Administrator – Gilbert Salas
City Secretary – Courtney Gonzales
Police Chief – Matthew Seurattan
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
INVOCATION City Administrator – Gilbert Salas
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Amy Dittman – 16611 Pelican Road
We purchased our home in August of 2020 and we started using our short-term rental in 2021.
Our home is 1,219 square feet, 3-bedroom, 3 baths, and the occupancy is 9 people. Our
manager is Kathy White. Now, our one bedroom, one bath downstairs is 340 square feet
grandfathered in, and we pay property taxes to Galveston County. Last year we proved that our
property was grandfathered downstairs for a bed, bath with Pam Josselet and she told us that it
was in place. She confirmed that we were completely compliant and grandfathered. So, this
year we paid for our license and collateral damage. This has affected our business already an
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Sat Jan 24, 2026
City Council
City Council to discuss FY26 Strategic Plan at Town Hall meeting
The City Council will hold a Town Hall meeting on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at City Hall Council Chambers, 16628 San Luis Pass Road. The agenda includes a call to order, a pledge of allegiance, and a discussion of the Strategic Plan for FY26. No other business is listed.
- Call to order and roll call of members
- Pledge of allegiance to the U.S. and Texas flags
- Discussion of the Strategic Plan for FY26
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16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211 wwwjamaicabeachtx.gov
The City Council of the City of Jamaica Beach, Texas, will conduct a Town Hall Meeting
scheduled at 9am on Saturday Januarv 24th 2026 in the City Hall Council Chambers located
at 16628 San Luis Pass Road.
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) NEW BUSINESS
1. Discussion of the Strategic Plan for FY26
5) ADJOURN
CERTIFICATION
l, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that this Notice of a Meeting was posted on the bulletin
board at City Hall, 16628 San Luis Pass Road, a place convenient and readily accessible to the public at all
times, and said Notice was posted and remained so posted continuously for at least 72 hours before said
meeting was convened.
The City Hall is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Persons with disabilities
who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services such as interpreters for
persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, rea ders, or large print, are requested to contact the City
Secretary's Office at 409 -737-1 142 or by email at [email protected]. Requests should be
made at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. This agenda is posted on the city's web site at
www.iamaicabeachtx.gov.
Thu Jan 8, 2026
City Council
City Council adopts new short‑term rental ordinance, repealing 2025‑03
The Jamaica Beach City Council will repeal Ordinance 2025‑03 and adopt Ordinance 2026‑01, which creates comprehensive regulations for short‑term rentals. The new ordinance sets registration requirements, fees, occupancy limits, safety standards, and enforcement procedures, including citations and possible suspension or revocation of registrations. It also outlines reporting obligations for hotel occupancy taxes.
- Repeal of Ordinance 2025‑03 in its entirety
- Creation of Short‑Term Rental registration, application, and annual operation fees (amounts to be set by the Council)
- Maximum occupancy limit of twelve (12) persons per short‑term rental
- Mandatory quarterly Hotel Occupancy Tax reports for each registered short‑term rental
- Enforcement provisions including citations, suspension, and revocation of rental registrations
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✓ Decidido: Council heard public comments on short-term rental ordinance, no action taken
The Jamaica Beach City Council met on January 8, 2026. Residents gave public comments supporting a stronger short‑term rental ordinance. The minutes do not record any vote, approval, denial, or other formal action on the ordinance. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH, TEXAS
ORDINANCE NO. 2026-01
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE 2025-03 IN ITS ENTIRETY; EST ABLISHING
COMPREHENSIVE REGULATIONS, REGISTRATION, AND ENFORCEMENT FOR
SHORTTERM RENT ALS; PROVIDING PENAL TIES; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Jamaica Beach, Texas (“City Council”) finds it in the
best interest of the City, its residents, and visitors to adopt comprehensive regulations for
the use of privately owned dwellings as Short-Term Rentals; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that Ordinance 2025-03 and its amendments
no longer adequately address current conditions, enforcement challenges, and best
practices demonstrated by comparable Texas coastal communities, and that a
comprehensive replacement ordinance is necessary to strengthen neighborhood
protections, improve administrative efficiency, and ensure consistent and effective
regulation of Short-Term Rentals; and
WHEREAS, the City Council seeks to minimize negative impacts of transient occupancy—
including noise, overcrowding, parking congestion, trash, fire risk, and emergency access
concerns—while preserving neighborhood character and supporting responsible tourism;
and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds it necessary to require registration, fees, occupancy limits,
and life-safety standards for Short-Term Rentals to protect the health, safety, and welfare of
occupants, neighbors, and the general public, and to ensure the collection an
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CITY OF JAMAICA BEACH
16628 San Luis Pass Road
5264 Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach, Texas 77554
PH (409) 737-1142 FAX (409) 737-5211
wwwjamaicabeachtx.gov
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
January 8, 2026
6:00 P.M.
1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
Mayor Morse called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M.
The following Council Members were present:
Mayor Mary Morse
Mayor Pro Tem Aaron Renick
Alderwoman Diana Charron
Alderwoman Marci Hoffman
Alderwoman Melissa Joseph
Alderman Brandon McDermott
The following staff were present:
City Administrator – Gilbert Salas
Chief of Police – Matthew Seurattan
City Secretary – City Secretary
2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. AND TEXAS FLAGS
3) INVOCATION – Pastor Marlo – Church of the Living God
4) CONFLICTS OF INTEREST - None
5) PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are invited to give comments. Anyone will be allowed to speak on any
subject other than personnel matter or matters under litigation, for a length of time not to exceed
three minutes. No Council / Board discussion or action can take place on non-agenda items until
such items are placed on an agenda and posted in accordance with law. (GC, 551.042.)
Kim Schovajsa – 16716 Cabeza De Vaca
We bought our first home here in 1988 on Francis Drake. It was our family vacation home, not a
rental and it quickly became part of our lives. Our daughter learned to ride her bike on the shell
roads here and to fish here. Her love for Jamica Beac
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