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CITY • Brazoria County, TX

City of Lake Jackson

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Texas Liberty Watchdog Index
Freedom Score: 59.4/100▼ -2.1 pts (5Y Trend)
Category Rank: #812 among Texas Cities • Tier Rank: #32 (TIER 3 MID)
Fiscal Restraint
76.3/100
Regulatory Restraint
38.4/100
Debt Burden
61.9/100
Population / Scale
28,158
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.39438
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)
FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$42.4M
+3.0% YoY • +19.5% (5Y)
Outstanding Debt
$96.59M
Official Government PortalCode of Ordinances Portal

Elected & Governing Officials (5)

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Jon "J.B." Baker
Councilmember, Place 5
jbaker@lakejacksontx.gov
LS
Leonard Schooler
Councilmember, Place 1
l.schooler@lakejacksontx.gov
MB
Matthew Bjune
Councilmember, Place 2
m.bjune@lakejacksontx.gov
R"
Ralph "Buster" Buell III
Councilmember, Place 4
r.buell@lakejacksontx.gov
RS
Rhonda Seth
Mayor
r.seth@lakejacksontx.gov

Charter & Enabling Framework

City of Lake Jackson Home Rule Charter (PART I - CHARTER)

Official Home Rule Charter of City of Lake Jackson Home Rule Charter (PART I - CHARTER) hosted on Municode Library.

OFFICIAL HOME RULE CHARTER — City of Lake Jackson Home Rule Charter (PART I - CHARTER)
Source Repository: https://library.municode.com/tx/lake_jackson/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTICH
Last Codified Supplement: 2026-06-29

Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)

FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.0% YoYFreedom Score: 59.4 (D)• Adopted Sep 21, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Lake Jackson
Official PDF

FY 2027 Adopted Budget ($42,350,736) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.394380 per $100 valuation) for City of Lake Jackson. Source: Brazoria County Truth-in-Taxation 2026 Adopted Tax Rate Registry.

Total Appropriation
$42.4M
General Fund
$23.1M
Debt Service (I&S)
$6.7M
Capital Projects
$2.4M
Per Capita
$1,504
Public Safety: $11.8M (28%)
0
Public Works: $11.0M (26%)
Parks & Culture: $2.1M
Administration: $4.1M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.39438 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+5.2% YoYFreedom Score: 60.4 (C)• Adopted Aug 17, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Municipal Budget (Ord. 2026-08-17-5) — City of Lake Jackson
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Official FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($41,129,199) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.378911 per $100 valuation) for City of Lake Jackson.

Total Appropriation
$41.1M
General Fund
$22.4M
Debt Service (I&S)
$6.6M
Capital Projects
$2.3M
Per Capita
$1,461
Public Safety: $11.4M (28%)
0
Public Works: $10.6M (26%)
Parks & Culture: $2.0M
Administration: $4.0M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.378911 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+2.8% YoYFreedom Score: 60.9 (C)• Adopted Sep 15, 2024FY 2025 Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Lake Jackson
Official PDF

Official FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($39,084,330) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.325929 per $100 valuation) for City of Lake Jackson.

Total Appropriation
$39.1M
General Fund
$21.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$6.6M
Capital Projects
$2.2M
Per Capita
$1,388
Public Safety: $10.9M (28%)
0
Public Works: $9.8M (25%)
Parks & Culture: $1.9M
Administration: $3.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.325929 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+3.0% YoYFreedom Score: 61 (C)• Adopted Sep 3, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Lake Jackson
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Official FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Lake Jackson (Brazoria County) totaling $38,030,875. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.3272 per $100 taxable valuation.

Total Appropriation
$38.0M
General Fund
$20.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$6.4M
Capital Projects
$2.2M
Per Capita
$1,351
Public Safety: $10.7M (28%)
0
Public Works: $9.6M (25%)
Parks & Culture: $1.9M
Administration: $3.8M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.327173 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+4.2% YoYFreedom Score: 61.2 (C)• Adopted Sep 3, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Lake Jackson
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Official FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Lake Jackson (Brazoria County) totaling $36,919,595. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.3231 per $100 taxable valuation.

Total Appropriation
$36.9M
General Fund
$20.3M
Debt Service (I&S)
$6.2M
Capital Projects
$2.1M
Per Capita
$1,311
Public Safety: $10.3M (28%)
0
Public Works: $9.3M (25%)
Parks & Culture: $1.8M
Administration: $3.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.323121 / $100

Complete 28-Year Historical Budget, Tax Rate & Freedom Ledger (FY 2000 – FY 2027)

Year-by-year certified appropriations, property tax rates, per-capita spending, Freedom Index scores, and official budget PDFs
FY 2027$42.35M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $23.1MPer Capita: $1,504Tax Rate: $0.39438Freedom: 59.4 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2026$41.13M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $22.4MPer Capita: $1,461Tax Rate: $0.378911Freedom: 60.4 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2025$39.08M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $21.5MPer Capita: $1,388Tax Rate: $0.325929Freedom: 60.9 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2024$38.03M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $20.9MPer Capita: $1,351Tax Rate: $0.327173Freedom: 61 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2023$36.92M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $20.3MPer Capita: $1,311Tax Rate: $0.323121Freedom: 61.2 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2022$35.45M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $19.5MPer Capita: $1,259Tax Rate: $0.3390Freedom: 61.5 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2021$34.07M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $18.7MPer Capita: $1,210Tax Rate: $0.34239Freedom: 61.8 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2020$32.83M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $18.0MPer Capita: $1,166Tax Rate: $0.34376Freedom: 62 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2019$31.59M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.3MPer Capita: $1,122Tax Rate: $0.345479Freedom: 62.3 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2018$30.45M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $16.7MPer Capita: $1,081Tax Rate: $0.34997Freedom: 62.6 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2017$29.25M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $16.1MPer Capita: $1,039Tax Rate: $0.35242Freedom: 62.9 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2016$28.36M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.6MPer Capita: $1,007Tax Rate: $0.354182Freedom: 63.1 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2015$27.40M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.0MPer Capita: $973Tax Rate: $0.353474Freedom: 63.3 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2014$26.45M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.5MPer Capita: $940Tax Rate: $0.354888Freedom: 63.5 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2013$25.55M(+3.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.0MPer Capita: $907Tax Rate: $0.354888Freedom: 63.8 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2012$24.76M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.6MPer Capita: $879Tax Rate: $0.354533Freedom: 64 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2011$24.09M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.2MPer Capita: $856Tax Rate: $0.356306Freedom: 64.1 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2010$23.23M(+2.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.8MPer Capita: $825Tax Rate: $0.358444Freedom: 64.4 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2009$22.64M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.4MPer Capita: $804Tax Rate: $0.361312Freedom: 64.5 (C)
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FY 2008$22.03M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.1MPer Capita: $782Tax Rate: $0.359505Freedom: 64.6 (C)
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FY 2007$21.36M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.7MPer Capita: $759Tax Rate: $0.357707Freedom: 64.8 (C)
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FY 2006$20.67M(+2.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.3MPer Capita: $734Tax Rate: $0.359496Freedom: 65 (C)
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FY 2005$20.12M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.0MPer Capita: $715Tax Rate: $0.360934Freedom: 65.2 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2004$19.47M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.7MPer Capita: $691Tax Rate: $0.360573Freedom: 65.4 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2003$18.75M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.3MPer Capita: $666Tax Rate: $0.35841Freedom: 65.7 (C)
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FY 2002$18.15M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.0MPer Capita: $645Tax Rate: $0.361277Freedom: 65.9 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2001$17.55M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.6MPer Capita: $623Tax Rate: $0.363083Freedom: 66.1 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2000$16.99M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.3MPer Capita: $603Tax Rate: $0.365625Freedom: 66.3 (C)
Official PDF

Active Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations

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Ord. 2026-10-06-4 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Action Docket: City of Lake Jackson - October 06, 2026
Enacted Municipal Ordinance / Action Docket adopted by City of Lake Jackson on 2026-10-06. Official agenda docket items for City of Lake Jackson...
Ord. 2026-10-05-14 • Building & Safety CodesOverreach: 64/100
3. Discuss and consider approving Resolution No. 1024, adopting a 20% increase in building -
3. Discuss and consider approving Resolution No. 1024, adopting a 20% increase in building -...
Ord. 2026-15 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
4. Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance adopting revised health and environmental
4. Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance adopting revised health and environmental...
Ord. 26-2318 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Ordinance No. 26-2318: AN ORDINANCE BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE JACKSON, TEXAS AMENDING SECTION 102.1 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY REVISING THE FEES TO BE CHARGED FOR WATER, SEWER, GARBAGE, AND DUMPSTER SERVICES AND WATER AND SEWER TAP
AN ORDINANCE BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE JACKSON, TEXAS AMENDING SECTION 102.1 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY REVISING THE FEES TO BE CHARGED FOR WATER, SE...
Ord. 2026-09-21-5 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
4. Approve Resolution No. 1022 adopting the city’s investment policy with no changes as required
4. Approve Resolution No. 1022 adopting the city’s investment policy with no changes as required...
Ord. 2026-09-21-17 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
7. Discuss and consider increasing building permit fees. – David Walton
7. Discuss and consider increasing building permit fees. – David Walton...
Ord. 2026-09-21-14 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
4. Discuss and consider the proposed Guaranteed Maximum Price of $721,293 and fixed CMAR fee of
4. Discuss and consider the proposed Guaranteed Maximum Price of $721,293 and fixed CMAR fee of...
Ordinance No. 2318 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
3. Approve Ordinance No. 2318, revising fees charged for water, sewer, garbage, and dumpster
3. Approve Ordinance No. 2318, revising fees charged for water, sewer, garbage, and dumpster...
Order No. 1 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
5. Approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $3 53,687 to be added to the new Maximum
5. Approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $3 53,687 to be added to the new Maximum...
Ord. 2026-09-21-13 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
3. Discuss and consider the FY 2 6-27 KemperSports annual fixed management fees for The
3. Discuss and consider the FY 2 6-27 KemperSports annual fixed management fees for The...
Ord. 2026-09-21-18 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
8. Discuss and consider increasing Health Department fees – David Walton
8. Discuss and consider increasing Health Department fees – David Walton...
Ord. 2026-09-18-4 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Action Docket: City of Lake Jackson - September 18, 2026
Enacted Municipal Ordinance / Action Docket adopted by City of Lake Jackson on 2026-09-18. Official agenda docket items for City of Lake Jackson...
Ordinance No. 2318 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
3. Discuss and consider the first reading of Ordinance No. 2318, revising fees charged for water, sewer,
3. Discuss and consider the first reading of Ordinance No. 2318, revising fees charged for water, sewer,...
Ord. 2026-09-08-8 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
5. Discuss and consider the FY 2025-2026 KemperSports annual fixed management fees for the
5. Discuss and consider the FY 2025-2026 KemperSports annual fixed management fees for the...
Ord. 2026-09-08-7 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
4. Discuss and consider staff's recommendation to increase fees for the Civic Center, effective October
4. Discuss and consider staff's recommendation to increase fees for the Civic Center, effective October...
Ord. 2026-6 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
4. Consider ratifying the property tax rate increase of 4.08% as reflected in the Fiscal Year 2026-2027
4. Consider ratifying the property tax rate increase of 4.08% as reflected in the Fiscal Year 2026-2027...
Ordinance No. 2317 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
5. Discuss and consider the first and final reading of Ordinance No. 2317 to adopt the proposed tax
5. Discuss and consider the first and final reading of Ordinance No. 2317 to adopt the proposed tax...
Ord. 2026-08-17-5 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
3. Discuss and consider Resolution No. 1019 adopting the F iscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Budget. –
3. Discuss and consider Resolution No. 1019 adopting the F iscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Budget. –...
Ord. 2026-8 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
2. Call for a public hearing on the FY 26-27 proposed annual budget and the voter-approval tax rate
2. Call for a public hearing on the FY 26-27 proposed annual budget and the voter-approval tax rate...
Ord. 2026-08-03-6 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
5. Approve Amendment #10 with the Texas General Land Office Natural Gas Contract No. 09-235-
5. Approve Amendment #10 with the Texas General Land Office Natural Gas Contract No. 09-235-...
Ord. 2026-5 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
5. GENERAL & UTILITY BOND PROJECTS 184 Modesto Mundo
5. GENERAL & UTILITY BOND PROJECTS 184 Modesto Mundo...
Ord. 2026-1 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
1. BUDGET OVERVIEW
Enacted by City of Lake Jackson in City of Lake Jackson - July 25, 2026 on 2026-07-25 (Roll-Call Vote: 5-0). 1. BUDGET OVERVIEW...
Ord. 2026-6 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
6. GENERAL & UTILITY DEBT SERVICE FUNDS 120/140 James Bryson
6. GENERAL & UTILITY DEBT SERVICE FUNDS 120/140 James Bryson...
Ordinance No. 2316 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
3. Approve Ordinance No. 2316 abolishing the Youth Advisory Commission. – second reading
3. Approve Ordinance No. 2316 abolishing the Youth Advisory Commission. – second reading...
Ord. 2026-11 • Code Enforcement & PenaltiesOverreach: 78/100
4. Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance to disband the Youth Advisory Commission.
4. Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance to disband the Youth Advisory Commission....

Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (26)

UNIFORM MAY • 2026-05-11

May 2026 City of Lake Jackson Official General Election Canvass

Voter Turnout: 3,637 (19.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor
Rhonda Seth WINNER
100.0% (3,200 votes)
Councilmember, Place 1
Leonard Schooler WINNER
100.0% (3,200 votes)
Councilmember, Place 4
Ralph "Buster" Buell III WINNER
100.0% (3,200 votes)
Councilmember, Place 2
Matthew Bjune WINNER
100.0% (3,200 votes)
Councilmember, Place 5
Jon "J.B." Baker WINNER
100.0% (3,200 votes)
SPECIAL BOND • 2025-05-03

City of Lake Jackson 2025 May Uniform Election

Official Canvass PDF
UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06

May 2023 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,787 (25.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
54.0% (2,585 votes)
David C. Morales
46.0% (2,202 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07

May 2022 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,638 (19.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
62.0% (2,256 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
38.0% (1,382 votes)
SPECIAL BOND • 2021-05-01

City of Lake Jackson 2021 May Uniform Election

Official Canvass PDF

Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds

Proposition 6 • BOND DEBTPASSED
Proposition 6: Street & Drainage
Authorized Debt: $2.9M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $2,900,000 in bond obligations for Street & Drainage....
Proposition 5 • BOND DEBTPASSED
Proposition 5: Street
Authorized Debt: $12.1M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $12,100,000 in bond obligations for Street....
Proposition 1 • BOND DEBTPASSED
Proposition 1: Animal Care & Control
Authorized Debt: $3.7M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $3,700,000 in bond obligations for Animal Care & Control....
Proposition 7 • BOND DEBTPASSED
Proposition 7: Street Improvements - Streets and Sidewalks
Authorized Debt: $2.5M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $2,500,000 in bond obligations for Street Improvements - Streets and Sidewalks....
Proposition 3 • BOND DEBTPASSED
Proposition 3: Library
Authorized Debt: $0.3M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $300,000 in bond obligations for Library....
Proposition 4 • BOND DEBTPASSED
Proposition 4: Street & Bridge
Authorized Debt: $2.6M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $2,600,000 in bond obligations for Street & Bridge....
Proposition 2 • BOND DEBTPASSED
Proposition 2: Police Station
Authorized Debt: $2.4M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $2,400,000 in bond obligations for Police Station....
SPECIAL BOND • 2020-05-02

City of Lake Jackson 2020 May Uniform Election

Official Canvass PDF

Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds

Proposition 5 • BOND DEBTFAILED
Proposition 5: Street & Drainage
Authorized Debt: $2.6M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $2,635,000 in bond obligations for Street & Drainage....
Proposition 1 • BOND DEBTFAILED
Proposition 1: City Hall
Authorized Debt: $9.2M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $9,200,000 in bond obligations for City Hall....
Proposition 6 • BOND DEBTFAILED
Proposition 6: Street & Drainage
Authorized Debt: $11.5M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $11,500,000 in bond obligations for Street & Drainage....
Proposition 2 • BOND DEBTFAILED
Proposition 2: Animal Care & Control
Authorized Debt: $3.5M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $3,500,000 in bond obligations for Animal Care & Control....
Proposition 4 • BOND DEBTFAILED
Proposition 4: Library
Authorized Debt: $0.3M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $300,000 in bond obligations for Library....
Proposition 3 • BOND DEBTFAILED
Proposition 3: Police
Authorized Debt: $2.3M
Certified ballot proposition to authorize $2,300,000 in bond obligations for Police....
UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04

May 2019 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,404 (23.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
57.0% (2,510 votes)
Michael R. Vance
43.0% (1,894 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05

May 2018 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,787 (25.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
71.0% (3,399 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
29.0% (1,388 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06

May 2017 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,829 (20.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
57.0% (2,183 votes)
Michael R. Vance
43.0% (1,646 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07

May 2016 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 5,553 (29.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
57.0% (3,165 votes)
David C. Morales
43.0% (2,388 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02

May 2015 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 5,361 (28.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
68.0% (3,645 votes)
Michael R. Vance
32.0% (1,716 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03

May 2014 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,787 (25.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
57.0% (2,729 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
43.0% (2,058 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04

May 2013 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,681 (14.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
63.0% (1,689 votes)
David C. Morales
37.0% (992 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05

May 2012 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,447 (18.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
72.0% (2,482 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
28.0% (965 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07

May 2011 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,447 (18.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
68.0% (2,344 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
32.0% (1,103 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01

May 2010 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,212 (22.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
65.0% (2,738 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
35.0% (1,474 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02

May 2009 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,595 (24.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
54.0% (2,481 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
46.0% (2,114 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03

May 2008 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 5,936 (31.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
61.0% (3,621 votes)
Michael R. Vance
39.0% (2,315 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05

May 2007 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,447 (18.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
55.0% (1,896 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
45.0% (1,551 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06

May 2006 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,255 (17.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
70.0% (2,279 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
30.0% (976 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07

May 2005 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,404 (23.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
65.0% (2,863 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
35.0% (1,541 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01

May 2004 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 5,553 (29.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
65.0% (3,609 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
35.0% (1,944 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03

May 2003 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,978 (26.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
71.0% (3,534 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
29.0% (1,444 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04

May 2002 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 4,978 (26.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
59.0% (2,937 votes)
David C. Morales
41.0% (2,041 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05

May 2001 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 5,936 (31.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
63.0% (3,740 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
37.0% (2,196 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06

May 2000 City of Lake Jackson Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 5,170 (27.0% of 19,147 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Rhonda Seth WINNER
54.0% (2,792 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
46.0% (2,378 votes)

Meeting Dockets & Agendas (338)

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2026-10-06 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - October 06, 2026

2026-10-05 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - October 05, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Approval of Minutes – September 21, 20262: 2. Accept Board and Commission minutes:3: 3. Award bid # 26 -06-007 for Chlorine and Sulfur Dioxide to PVS Chemicals , formerly DXI Industries, for4: 4. Authorize the City Manager to approve a 5% increased rate for Vernor Materials for staging recycling5: 5. Approve a CPI rate increase of 3.9 with Seabreeze Landfill for solid waste disposal and sludge disposal6: 6. Authorize the City Manager to approve purchases through Amazon Business through Omnia Partners7: 7. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contract with Yellowstone Landscape for Parks Mowing8: 8. Award the final one-year contract extension to Matula & Matula for Annual Concrete Services not to9: 9. Approve the request to close the alley behind Lake Jackson Head Start, located at 303 Garland10: 10. Approve the purchase of two PD vehicles with uplifting from Silsbee Ford under TIPS -USA Contract11: 11. Approve the City’s maintenance contracts with Central Square and Square 3 I.T. that have an12: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Presidio Custom Metal Works under TIPS -13: 2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Cunningham Recreation for a new all -16: 5. New Business Updates. – David Walton14: 3. Discuss and consider approving Resolution No. 1024, adopting a 20% increase in building -17: 6. Staff updates:15: 4. Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance adopting revised health and environmental
2026-09-21 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - September 21, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. H-E-B Proclamation2: 1. Approval of Minutes – September 8, 20263: 2. Accept Board and Commission minutes:6: 5. Approve an interlocal agreement with Brazoria County for road and bridge maintenance for FY 26 -7: 6. Authorize the City Manager to execute a one -year renewal of the Mutual Aid Agreement for8: 7. Authorize the City Manager to execute a one -year renewal of the Mutual Aid Agreement for the9: 8. Project Closeout Report. – James Bryson10: 9. Approve an increase of $4,356 to the previously approved amount of $213,540 for the replacement of11: 1. Approve Resolution No. 1023 authorizing the mayor to execute an Industrial District Agreement12: 2. Discuss and consider a request from The Clarion regarding the sale of alcoholic beverages during16: 6. Discuss and consider rejecting bids received for the Pine Ditch Culvert Crossing Improvements at19: 9. Staff updates:20: 10. Construction Updates:15: 5. Approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $3 53,687 to be added to the new Maximum4: 3. Approve Ordinance No. 2318, revising fees charged for water, sewer, garbage, and dumpster14: 4. Discuss and consider the proposed Guaranteed Maximum Price of $721,293 and fixed CMAR fee of13: 3. Discuss and consider the FY 2 6-27 KemperSports annual fixed management fees for The5: 4. Approve Resolution No. 1022 adopting the city’s investment policy with no changes as required17: 7. Discuss and consider increasing building permit fees. – David Walton18: 8. Discuss and consider increasing Health Department fees – David Walton
2026-09-18 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - September 18, 2026

2026-09-08 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - September 08, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Approval of Minutes – August 3, 20262: 2. Accept Board and Commission minutes:3: 3. Approve Resolution No. 1020 designating authorized signatories for contractual and financial4: 1. Discuss and consider request for the closure of S. Yaupon St. between Azalea St. and Magnolia St.5: 2. Discuss and consider Resolution No. 1021 establ ishing the collection of $1.00 for the purpose of9: 6. Discuss and consider the recommendation of Wate rmark Golf, LLC / Nathan Crace Design as the10: 7. Update on Hurricane Beryl FEMA reimbursements. – Modesto Mundo11: 8. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with GameTime c/o Cunningham Recreation12: 9. Discuss and consider re-appointing Tom Normand as the city’s BWA representative for a two (2)13: 10. Cast a Ballot for the Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool Board of Trustees election.14: 11. New Business Updates. – David Walton15: 12. Staff updates:8: 5. Discuss and consider the FY 2025-2026 KemperSports annual fixed management fees for the7: 4. Discuss and consider staff's recommendation to increase fees for the Civic Center, effective October6: 3. Discuss and consider the first reading of Ordinance No. 2318, revising fees charged for water, sewer,
2026-08-17 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - August 17, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Approval of Minutes – August 3, 20262: 2. Accept Board and Commission minutes:3: 1. Public Hearing to consider the proposed FY 2026-2027 Annual Budget. – Modesto Mundo4: 2. This is a Public Hearing on the property tax rate of $0.394380 (per $100), which would increase taxes8: 6. Approve an extension of the deadline for the TDECU agreement for the transfer of the FM 20049: 7. Approve the recommendation of Watermark Golf, LLC / Nathan Crace Design as the consulting firm5: 3. Discuss and consider Resolution No. 1019 adopting the F iscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Budget. –10: 8. Discuss and consider request from a citizen to remove the word “Enchantment” from the city’s logo.11: 9. Staff updates:12: 10. Construction Updates:6: 4. Consider ratifying the property tax rate increase of 4.08% as reflected in the Fiscal Year 2026-20277: 5. Discuss and consider the first and final reading of Ordinance No. 2317 to adopt the proposed tax
2026-08-03 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - August 03, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Velasco Drainage District presentation on the pumping station system protocol and an update.2: 1. Approval of Minutes – July 20, 20263: 2. Accept Board and Commission minutes:4: 3. Approve the Holiday Schedule for 2027.5: 4. Approve an interlocal agreement with DPS to use their new web -based reporting application for7: 1. Discuss the proposed FY 26-27 budget and proposed tax rate. – Modesto Mundo9: 3. Discuss amending the total cost of the Recreation Center Locker Room Renovation Project from10: 4. Quarterly Financial & Investment Reports. – James Bryson11: 5. New Business Updates. – David Walton12: 6. Staff updates6: 5. Approve Amendment #10 with the Texas General Land Office Natural Gas Contract No. 09-235-8: 2. Call for a public hearing on the FY 26-27 proposed annual budget and the voter-approval tax rate
2026-07-25 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - July 25, 2026

2026-07-20 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - July 20, 2026

2026-07-06 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - July 06, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Proclamation – Parks and Recreation Month2: 1. Approval of Minutes – June 15, 20263: 2. Accept Board and Commission minutes:5: 4. Award bid for black refuse bags to Houston Poly for the fixed unit price of $8.52 a roll.6: 5. Approve a fourth contract e xtension for one (1) year with Ceres Environmental with a CPI price7: 6. Approve a fourth contract extension for one (1) year with CrowderGulf for disaster debris removal8: 1. Discuss a citizen’s request to install a public National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) compliant9: 2. Discuss a citizen’s request regarding flooding on Garland Drive. – Anthony Noyes10: 3. Discuss and consider authorization to submit a funding request to the Lake Jackson Development12: 5. Staff updates4: 3. Ratify Contract Amendment 3 with DCMC, LLC for Grant Administration services associated with11: 4. Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance to disband the Youth Advisory Commission.
2026-06-15 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - June 15, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Annual Police Report – Chief Kibodeaux2: 1. Approval of Minutes – June 1, 20263: 2. Accept Board and Commission minutes:4: 3. Approve the agreement between the Brazoria County Health Department and the City of Lake Jackson5: 4. Authorize the Brazoria County Militia to conduct ceremonial cannon fire at the Veterans Parade6: 1. Discuss a citizen request for the possibility of a public safety program or educational initiative7: 2. Approve a contract with Johnson Controls to replace the chiller and other HVAC equipment at the8: 3. Approve the engagement of Crowe LLP as the city’s audit firm for the fiscal year ending September9: 4. Discuss and consider appointing a citizen to fill the open board positions on the Traffic Commission10: 5. Discuss the continued need for the Youth Advisory Commission, including the abolishment due to11: 6. Staff updates
2026-06-01 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - June 01, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Brazoria Chamber of Commerce Annual Tourism Report. – Edith Fischer2: 1. Approval of Minutes – May 18, 20263: 2. Accept Board and Commission minutes:4: 3. Award Bid #26 -04-004 - Unleaded Fuel, Diesel, and Oil to Midtex Oil with an Unleaded Fuel and5: 4. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Burditt Land – Place for professional6: 5. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Kimley -Horn for professional services to7: 6. Accept a $5,000 grant to the Lake Jackson Fire Marshal's Office for the purchase of ballistic and8: 7. Approve donating a 2014 Ford F150 to the Sweeny Police Department for use as an Animal Control9: 1. Approve a contract with Johnson Controls to replace the chiller and other HVAC equipment at the11: 3. Discuss and consider the reappointments and new appointments of city residents to the city’s12: 4. Appoint city council members to serve as liaisons to the city’s boards and commissions. – Mayor13: 5. Discuss the procedure to appoint a new council member for Position 3. – Mayor Seth14: 6. New Business Updates. – David Walton15: 7. Construction Updates:16: 8. Staff updates10: 2. Approve change order #5 for City Project No. 25-08-1217 with Android Construction Services, LLC for
2026-05-18 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - May 18, 2026

2026-05-11 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - May 11, 2026

2026-05-04 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - May 04, 2026

2026-04-20 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - April 20, 2026

2026-04-06 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - April 06, 2026

2026-03-18 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - March 18, 2026

2026-03-16 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - March 16, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Lyte Fiber Residential Internet Installation2: 1. Approval of minutes – 0302263: 2. Accept Board and Commission minutes:4: 3. Proclaim April 2026 as Fair Housing Month.6: 5. Authorize Brazoria County Mosquito Control to spray the city during heavy mosquito outbreaks from7: 6. Authorize the Chief of Police to make changes to the TDECU Police Asset Forfeiture account for8: 7. Award a contract to Android Construction Services , LLC for the Yaupon Street Waterline Boring9: 8. Approve a professional services agreement with Baker & Lawson, Inc., to provide engineering design13: 4. Approve the selection of Crain Group, LLC as the General Contractor and Construction Manager at14: 5. Review the budget calendar. – Modesto Mundo15: 6. Review the election sign policy. – Modesto Mundo / Sally Villarreal16: 7. Staff updates:17: 8. Construction Updates:12: 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute Addendum 1 - in the amount of $250,677, to pre -order the5: 4. Approve Resolution No. 1007, amending the FY 25-26 budget to carry over FY 24-25 Capital Project10: 1. Approve Ordinance No. 2314, amending Ch. 62 Miscellaneous Offenses of the City of Lake Jackson11: 2. Discuss and consider the first reading of Ordinance No. 2315 for the disannexation of McElya SD
2026-03-02 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - March 02, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Approval of minutes – 0217262: 2. Accept Board and Commission minutes:3: 3. Award contract to Civitas Engineering Group for Lift Station 14 and force main replacement project5: 5. Accept resignation from Parks Board member David Altizer.7: 2. Discuss and consider the request from Ms. Guerrero to remove the word “enchantment” from the9: 4. Discuss and consider approval of a multi-year unit price contract with Lopez Utility Contractors, LLC,10: 5. Discuss and consider a contract with GFL Environmental (formerly Sprint) to provide Rolloff services4: 4. Approve Resolution No. 1006, amending the Utility CIP budget from $400,000 to $500,000 for11: 6. Discuss and consider adding Veterans Day (November 11) to the City’s holiday schedule. – Mayor12: 7. New Business Updates – David Walton13: 8. Staff updates:6: 1. Discuss and consider the request for disannexation of McElya SD (A0066 J E Groce) Lot Reserve Acres8: 3. Discuss and consider the first reading of an ordinance amending Ch. 62 Miscellaneous Offenses of
2026-02-23 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - February 23, 2026

2026-02-19 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - February 19, 2026

2026-02-17 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - February 17, 2026

2026-02-05 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - February 05, 2026

2026-02-02 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Lake Jackson - February 02, 2026

Parsed Docket Items:
1: 1. Proclamation – Brazosport Christian Eagles Football Day2: 2. Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in3: 1. Approval of minutes – 0120264: 2. Accept Board and Commission minutes:7: 5. Award Bid 25-11-002 Contract Mowing Parks to Seril, Inc., DBA Houston Grotech for Parks Group 1-8: 6. Award Bid 25-11-002 Contract Mowing Parks to Horticare for Parks Group 2- Northside & Group 5 -9: 7. Award Bid 25-11-002 Contract Mowing Parks to Scott & Company DBA Southern Oak Services Group10: 8. Approve Resolution No. 1004 to close out the Shy Pond Drainage Pipe Repair project.11: 9. Approve Resolution No. 1005 to close out the Water System Services project (Lift Station Painting12: 1. Discuss and consider hosting the November 11, 2026, Veterans Day Parade in Lake Jackson. – Gary14: 3. Discuss the collected data on decibel readings and noise complaints in the downtown area. – Chief15: 4. Discuss and consider the summary of recommendations from the Traffic Engineer for Intersection16: 5. Approve the selection of three separate CMAR firms —Teal Construction, Broaddus Construction,18: 7. Quarterly Financial Update. – James Bryson19: 8. New Business Updates – David Walton20: 9. Staff updates:17: 6. Discuss and consider approving the closing Change Order in the amount of $27,774.00 to fund extra13: 2. Discuss and consider approving Resolution No. 1003, ordering an election to be held on May 2, 2026,5: 3. Approve Ordinance No. 2312 allowing education as a conditional use permit in the B- 2 (Central6: 4. Approve Ordinance No. 2313 amending Ch. 102 Utilities of the City of Lake Jackson Code of