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There are now 763 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Galveston County. La Marque had two (2) additional confirmed cases reported, raising our total number to 47. We still have free face masks available at City Hall for our La Marque residents.

La Marque Public Library now offering curbside pickup Monday through Friday

Please note, La Marque Library remains closed to the public. Our staff is available to answer questions by phone Monday through Friday at 409-938-9270. Free Wifi is available and accessible 24 hours a day from our parking lot.

On Tuesday, May 26, 2020, La Marque Public Library began offering curbside pick up of library materials from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The address is 1011 Bayou Rd, La Marque, Texas 77568. Please call 409-938-9270 for information.&...

Governor Abbott Announces Phase Two To Open Texas

Governor Abbott issued an Executive Order that is effective immediately and continuing through June 3, 2020. The Order includes guidance for restaurants, bars, massage centers, bingo halls, zoos, camps, sporting events and schools.

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the second phase of the State of Texas’ ongoing plan to safely and strategically open Texas while minimizing the spread of COVID-19. Under Phase II, restaurants may increase their occupancy to 50% and additio...

Galveston County and UTMB to Open Mass COVID-19 Testing

Galveston County has partnered with UTMB to offer free COVID-19 testing from three locations across the county. Appointments are required but the service is free to Galveston County residents.

Galveston County, Texas – Starting Wednesday, May 20th, Galveston County and the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) will be offering free COVID-19 testing for Galveston County residents. 

Testing will be by appointment on...

La Marque Municipal Court Expanded Services to Include Virtual Court Dates

La Marque Municipal Court recently expanded services to offer virtual court for defendants. Participants need internet access and a computer or mobile device with a camera and microphone. Call 409-938-9245 for information on your specific case.

La Marque Municipal Court has been operating throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and recently expanded services to offer virtual court for defendants. Court dates were extended, but the new service is available by request for folks who prefer to address a ca...

No one should go hungry, and the City of La Marque is here to help.

Please don’t be hungry, La Marque. City officials are partnering with local organizations to increase the availability of food resources and Texas City ISD is still providing breakfast and lunch for all TCISD students.

If you are hungry or know someone who is, please take advantage of these resources. Check on your friends and neighbors. COVID-19 has created gaps for some of the most vulnerable in our community. No one should go hungry, and the City of La Marque is here...

Due to COVID-19 concerns, the May City Council election has been postponed to November

The General Municipal Election previously set by La Marque City Council to be held on May 2, 2020, is hereby postponed to November 3, 2020.

The General Municipal Election previously set by City Council to be held on May 2, 2020 is hereby postponed to November 3, 2020, pursuant to the authority contained in the proclamation of the Governor of the State of Texas, dated March 18, 2020 and Chapte...

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