Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Marque, Texas will conduct a Special Meeting on January 23, 2023, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at 1109-B Bayou Road La Marque, Texas as well as via videoconference hosted through Zoom ( https://zoom.us/j/92493940502 ). In accordance with Section 551.127(b) of the Texas Local Government Code the presiding officer and a quorum of the La Marque City Council intend to be and will be physically present at 1109-B Bayou Road, La Marque, Texas. This location will be open to the public and the meeting will be broadcast at this location, on Channel 16, and via YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6G8ypjyEDo).
The Council will meet for the purpose of considering the following agenda:
LIMITED TO THREE MINUTES PER PERSON
Comments from the public will be heard at this time. Any person with city-related business who has signed up may speak to Council (limited to three (3) minutes). If wishing to speak give the Mayor or presiding officer your full legal name and the item you wish to speak about. In compliance with Texas Open Meeting Act, the City may not deliberate on comments. Personal attacks will not be allowed, and personnel matters should be addressed to the City Manager during normal business hours. Press *6 to mute or unmute if you are participating by telephone, press the unmute button if attending via zoom on a smartphone, tablet or computer, or stand if attending in person, and the mayor will call on you in turn.
Conduct Public Hearing to hear public input on:
Amending Appendix A, Schedule of Fees and Charges of the Code of Ordinances, City of La Marque, Texas by amending prescribed water and sewer rates
THIS IS THE SECOND AND FINAL READING
Amending Appendix A, Schedule of Fees and Charges of the Code of Ordinances, City of La Marque, Texas by amending prescribing solid waste charges
THIS IS THE SECOND AND FINAL READING
Amending Chapter 44 of the City of La Marque, Texas Code of Ordinances to regulate donation drop boxes
THIS IS THE SECOND AND FINAL READING
Calling a Charter Amendment Election on the question of adopting eleven amendments to the City of La Marque, Texas Charter; Providing details relating to the holding of such election; Providing for severability; Containing other provisions relating to the subject; and providing an effective date
THIS IS THE SECOND AND FINAL READING
Discussion/ possible action regarding approving:
Amending Appendix A, Schedule of Fees and Charges of the Code of Ordinances, City of La Marque, Texas by amending prescribed water and sewer rates
THIS IS THE SECOND AND FINAL READING
Amending Appendix A, Schedule of Fees and Charges of the Code of Ordinances, City of La Marque, Texas by amending prescribing solid waste charges
THIS IS THE SECOND AND FINAL READING
Amending Chapter 44 of the City of La Marque, Texas Code of Ordinances to regulate donation drop boxes
THIS IS THE SECOND AND FINAL READING
Calling a Charter Amendment Election on the question of adopting eleven amendments to the City of La Marque, Texas Charter; Providing details relating to the holding of such election; Providing for severability; Containing other provisions relating to the subject; and providing an effective date
THIS IS THE SECOND AND FINAL READING
Unless otherwise specified, the City Manager is authorized to execute all necessary documents upon final approval by the City Attorney.
Supporting the abolition of the office of County Treasurer in Galveston County
Approving an emergency expenditure for waterline failure repairs in the amount of $40,717.27
Authorizing the City Manager or his designee to sign the water facilities financing agreement (Thomas S, Mackey Water Treatment Plant Expansion) between the City of La Marque, TX and Gulf Coast Water Authority
Authorizing the City Manager or his designee to sign the water facilities financing agreement (South Transmission System) between the City of La Marque, TX, and Gulf Coast Water Authority
appointments, reappointments, or removals of all City Boards and Commissions
Items presented to the Council for discussion and possible action:
Advertisement and Request for Proposal for Sanitary Sewer Improvements
Advertisement and Request for Proposal for Stormwater Improvement to the Westlawn Subdivision
Revised Boards and Commissions Handbook by City Council Ad Hoc Committee
Councilmember Yancy to attend the 38th Annual Texas Alliance of Black School Educators (TABSE) Conference February 15-19, 2023, in Horseshoe Bay, TX
Additional items to bring awareness to Council and the Community as well as future agenda item requests are accepted at this time.
The City Council for the City of La Marque, Texas reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by the Texas Government Code Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices), and 551.087 (Economic Development)
Deliberate on the employment, evaluation, duties, and discipline of a public officer or employee: City Manager
THIS ITEM WAS TABLED ON JANUARY 9, 2023
Deliberate on the employment, evaluation, duties, and discipline of a public officer or employee: City Manager
THIS ITEM WAS TABLED ON JANUARY 9, 2023