a. Police Chief Appointment Presentation, discussion, and possible action to adopt Resolution 2024-10 confirming the appointment of J. Scott Pullig as the Department Head and Chief of Police of the La Porte Police Department, commencing April 8, 2024. [Corby Alexander, City Manager] b. Tobacco and Smokers' Supply Stores Presentation, discussion, and possible action to direct administrative staff to publish public hearing notices for the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission and La Porte City Council to consider adoption of a moratorium on the development of Tobacco and Smokers’ Supply Stores within the city limits of La Porte, Texas, in accordance with Chapter 212 of the Texas Local Government Code. [Councilpersons McCaulley, Martin, and Mayor Rigby] c. Taser Purchase Presentation, discussion, and possible action to provide direction on the La Porte Police Department’s taser program. [Bennie Boles, Interim Chief of Police]

Bastiat Liberty & Property Rights Analysis

This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 2.6/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, voting YES on measures that cap or reduce ad valorem tax burdens, expand taxpayer exemptions, retire debt early, enforce competitive bidding caps, or remove regulatory/zoning barriers to private property rights earns a positive Pro-Liberty score.