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CITY • Aransas County, TX
City of Rockport
Population / Scale
11,069
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.426475
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$27.2M
+2.6% YoY • +26.3% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$31.88M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▼ -2.0 pts
1Y: -0.8 pts • 10Y: -3.2 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -6.7 pts
60.3 (C) → 53.6 (D)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+2.6% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +3.6%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+26.3% (5Y)
10Y: +50.9% • Since '00: +160.7%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
+0.0338
FY 22: $0.3927 → FY 27: $0.4265
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 60.3 (C)'10: 58.2 (D)'17: 56.8 (D)'22: 55.6 (D)'27: 53.6 (D)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $10.4M'10: $14.5M'17: $18.0M'22: $21.5M'27: $27.2M
Elected & Governing Officials (5)
Charter & Enabling Framework
City of Rockport Part I Home Rule Charter
Official Home Rule Charter of City of Rockport Part I Home Rule Charter hosted on Franklin Legal / General Code (eCode360).
OFFICIAL HOME RULE CHARTER — City of Rockport Part I Home Rule Charter Source Repository: https://ecode360.com/41834966#41834966 Last Codified Supplement: 2025-06-01
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+2.6% YoYFreedom Score: 53.6 (D)• Adopted Sep 22, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Rockport
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($27,189,186) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.426475 per $100 valuation: $0.241121 M&O + $0.185354 I&S) for City of Rockport. Source: Aransas County Truth-in-Taxation 2026 Adopted Tax Rate Registry.
Total Appropriation
$27.2M
General Fund
$12.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$6.1M
Capital Projects
$1.5M
Per Capita
$2,456
Public Safety: $6.6M (24%)
0Public Works: $6.7M (25%)
Parks & Culture: $1.2M
Administration: $2.3M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.426475 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+10.8% YoYFreedom Score: 54.4 (D)• Adopted Sep 8, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Municipal Budget (Ord. 2026-09-08-2026-357) — City of Rockport
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($26,502,764) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.426475 per $100 valuation) for City of Rockport.
Total Appropriation
$26.5M
General Fund
$12.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$6.0M
Capital Projects
$1.5M
Per Capita
$2,394
Public Safety: $6.4M (24%)
0Public Works: $6.5M (25%)
Parks & Culture: $1.1M
Administration: $2.3M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.426475 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+3.7% YoYFreedom Score: 54.9 (D)• Adopted Sep 15, 2024FY 2025 Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Rockport
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($23,915,843) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.403044 per $100 valuation) for City of Rockport.
Total Appropriation
$23.9M
General Fund
$11.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$4.9M
Capital Projects
$1.3M
Per Capita
$2,161
Public Safety: $6.1M (25%)
0Public Works: $6.0M (25%)
Parks & Culture: $1.1M
Administration: $2.1M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.403044 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 55.2 (D)• Adopted Sep 12, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Rockport
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Rockport (Aransas County) totaling $23,058,083. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.3601 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$23.1M
General Fund
$11.5M
Debt Service (I&S)
$4.7M
Capital Projects
$1.3M
Per Capita
$2,083
Public Safety: $5.8M (25%)
0Public Works: $5.8M (25%)
Parks & Culture: $1.0M
Administration: $2.1M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.360078 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+3.6% YoYFreedom Score: 55.4 (D)• Adopted Sep 12, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Rockport
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Rockport (Aransas County) totaling $22,295,574. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.3763 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$22.3M
General Fund
$11.1M
Debt Service (I&S)
$4.5M
Capital Projects
$1.2M
Per Capita
$2,014
Public Safety: $5.7M (25%)
0Public Works: $5.6M (25%)
Parks & Culture: $1.0M
Administration: $2.0M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.376275 / $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$27.19M(+2.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.9MPer Capita: $2,456Tax Rate: $0.426475Freedom: 53.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2026$26.50M(+10.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.5MPer Capita: $2,394Tax Rate: $0.426475Freedom: 54.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2025$23.92M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.9MPer Capita: $2,161Tax Rate: $0.403044Freedom: 54.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2024$23.06M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.5MPer Capita: $2,083Tax Rate: $0.360078Freedom: 55.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2023$22.30M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.1MPer Capita: $2,014Tax Rate: $0.376275Freedom: 55.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2022$21.52M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.7MPer Capita: $1,944Tax Rate: $0.39272Freedom: 55.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2021$20.70M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.3MPer Capita: $1,870Tax Rate: $0.395862Freedom: 55.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2020$20.01M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.9MPer Capita: $1,807Tax Rate: $0.401404Freedom: 56.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2019$19.33M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.6MPer Capita: $1,746Tax Rate: $0.406221Freedom: 56.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2018$18.64M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.3MPer Capita: $1,684Tax Rate: $0.410689Freedom: 56.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2017$18.02M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.0MPer Capita: $1,628Tax Rate: $0.412332Freedom: 56.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2016$17.43M(+2.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.7MPer Capita: $1,575Tax Rate: $0.415218Freedom: 57 (D)
Official PDFFY 2015$16.95M(+3.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.4MPer Capita: $1,532Tax Rate: $0.413142Freedom: 57.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2014$16.41M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.2MPer Capita: $1,482Tax Rate: $0.412316Freedom: 57.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2013$15.91M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.9MPer Capita: $1,438Tax Rate: $0.411079Freedom: 57.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2012$15.45M(+2.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.7MPer Capita: $1,396Tax Rate: $0.411901Freedom: 57.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2011$15.06M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.5MPer Capita: $1,360Tax Rate: $0.412725Freedom: 57.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2010$14.49M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.2MPer Capita: $1,309Tax Rate: $0.416027Freedom: 58.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2009$14.05M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.0MPer Capita: $1,270Tax Rate: $0.415195Freedom: 58.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2008$13.54M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.7MPer Capita: $1,223Tax Rate: $0.417686Freedom: 58.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2007$13.02M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.5MPer Capita: $1,177Tax Rate: $0.417268Freedom: 58.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2006$12.59M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.3MPer Capita: $1,137Tax Rate: $0.421023Freedom: 59.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2005$12.18M(+3.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.1MPer Capita: $1,100Tax Rate: $0.420181Freedom: 59.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2004$11.82M(+2.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.9MPer Capita: $1,068Tax Rate: $0.41892Freedom: 59.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2003$11.51M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.7MPer Capita: $1,040Tax Rate: $0.416406Freedom: 59.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2002$11.16M(+3.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.6MPer Capita: $1,009Tax Rate: $0.419737Freedom: 59.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2001$10.83M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.4MPer Capita: $979Tax Rate: $0.423095Freedom: 60 (C)
Official PDFFY 2000$10.43M(+2.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.2MPer Capita: $942Tax Rate: $0.42098Freedom: 60.3 (C)
Official PDFActive Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations
Search All Ordinances & Regulations →Ord. 2026-2026-407 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Consider the approval on the second and final reading of Ordinance 2026 amending the City of Rockport Code of Ordinances, Chapter 82 "Solid Waste" Article II. "Refuse Collection", Section 82.39 "Fee Schedule" Setting CPI Adjusted Fees for Service; Repeali
Consider the approval on the second and final reading of Ordinance 2026 amending the City of Rockport Code of Ordinances, Chapter 82 "Solid Waste" Article II. "...
Ord. 2026-09-22-2026-389 • Zoning & Land UseOverreach: 68/100
Presentation on the Flock Safety Automated License Plate Reader Agreement
Presentation on the Flock Safety Automated License Plate Reader Agreement...
Ord. 2026-2026-408 • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
Consider the approval of the second and final reading of Ordinance 2027 amending the Official Zoning Map as stipulated under Article 4.1 of the City of Rockport Zoning Ordinance Number 1027 by changing the zoning of land from B-1 (General Business Distric
Consider the approval of the second and final reading of Ordinance 2027 amending the Official Zoning Map as stipulated under Article 4.1 of the City of Rockport...
Ordinance No. 1946 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 76/100
Consider the approval on first of two readings on Ordinance 2029 correcting a scrivener's error in Section 5 of Ordinance No. 1946 relating to the Tax Increment Base for Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Rockport, Texas; providing that the correct Tax
Consider the approval on first of two readings on Ordinance 2029 correcting a scrivener's error in Section 5 of Ordinance No. 1946 relating to the Tax Increment...
Ord. 2026-09-22-2026-409 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-41R requesting the Texas Municipal League support legislation amending the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure regarding mandatory credit for confinement served on unrelated offenses; providing for severability; and p
Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-41R requesting the Texas Municipal League support legislation amending the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure regarding m...
Ord. 2026-09-22-2026-412 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-42R adopting the Aransas County City of Rockport and Town of Fulton Emergency Management Plan Basic Plan dated September 2026 authorizing implementation, providing for severability and establishing an effective dat
Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-42R adopting the Aransas County City of Rockport and Town of Fulton Emergency Management Plan Basic Plan dated Septembe...
Ord. 2026-09-22-2026-381 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 78/100
Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-43R awarding the fiscal year 2026-2027 Hotel Occupancy Tax Funds to qualified nonprofit organizations; requiring the funds to be used in accordance with Chapter 351 of the Texas Tax Code, the City of Rockport Hotel
Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-43R awarding the fiscal year 2026-2027 Hotel Occupancy Tax Funds to qualified nonprofit organizations; requiring the fu...
Ord. 2026-2026-395 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consider the approval on the only reading of Ordinance 2030 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract between the City of Rockport and Cooper Advertising for the purpose of reminding the citizens of Rockport, Fulton, & Aransas County that tree or
Consider the approval on the only reading of Ordinance 2030 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract between the City of Rockport and Cooper Advertisi...
Ord. 2026-2026-355 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
FY 2026-2027 BudgetHold a public hearing to receive comments regarding the FY2026-2027 Budget.Discuss and consider Ordinance 2022 on only one reading adopting the City of Rockport budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026 and ending September 3
FY 2026-2027 BudgetHold a public hearing to receive comments regarding the FY2026-2027 Budget.Discuss and consider Ordinance 2022 on only one reading adopting t...
Ord. 2026-2026-356 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Proposed 2026 Tax Rate of $0.426475/$100. This rate is composed of a Maintenance and Operations Rate of $0.241121/$100 and an Interest and Sinking Fund rate of $0.185354/$100. Hold a public hearing on the proposed tax rate.Discuss and consider Ordinance 2
Proposed 2026 Tax Rate of $0.426475/$100. This rate is composed of a Maintenance and Operations Rate of $0.241121/$100 and an Interest and Sinking Fund rate of ...
Ord. 2026-2026-366 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consider the approval of Ordinance 2024 on the only reading amending Ordinance 1992 which adopted the 2025-2026 budget beginning October 1, 2025, and ending September 30, 2026; repealing all prior ordinances in conflict herewith; providing for publicatio
Consider the approval of Ordinance 2024 on the only reading amending Ordinance 1992 which adopted the 2025-2026 budget beginning October 1, 2025, and ending Se...
Ordinance No. 1992 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consider the approval of Ordinance 2025 on the only reading amending Ordinance No. 1992 which amended the 2025-2026 budget beginning October 1, 2025, and ending September 30, 2026; repealing all prior ordinances in conflict herewith; providing for public
Consider the approval of Ordinance 2025 on the only reading amending Ordinance No. 1992 which amended the 2025-2026 budget beginning October 1, 2025, and endin...
Ord. 2026-2026-365 • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
Request to change the zoning of land from B-1 (General Business District) for property located at 504 Young St; also known as Spencer LOT 9-R 0.278 Acres, to I-1 (Light Industrial District)Staff Report. Applicant Presentation.Public Hearing to receive com
Request to change the zoning of land from B-1 (General Business District) for property located at 504 Young St; also known as Spencer LOT 9-R 0.278 Acres, to I-...
Ord. 2026-09-08-2026-357 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 78/100
Discuss and consider Resolution 2026-38R ratifying the property tax increase reflected in the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, as required by Tex. Loc. Gov't Code § 102.007(c), such vote being in addition to and separate from the vote to adopt the budget and
Discuss and consider Resolution 2026-38R ratifying the property tax increase reflected in the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, as required by Tex. Loc. Gov't Code ...
Ord. 2026-Item-11 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
BUDGET AND TAX RATE ITEMS
Enacted by City of Rockport in City of Rockport City Council - September 08, 2026 on 2026-09-08 (Roll-Call Vote: 5-0). BUDGET AND TAX RATE ITEMS...
Ord. 2026-09-08-2026-374 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
City of Rockport's Financial Impact Statement provides the following information in compliance with Texas Government Code 551.043:A copy of the City’s proposed budget may be located on the City’s home page of its website and at https://rockporttx.govii) T
City of Rockport's Financial Impact Statement provides the following information in compliance with Texas Government Code 551.043:A copy of the City’s proposed ...
Ord. 2026-2026-362 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Amending the City of Rockport Code of Ordinance, Chapter 82 "Solid Waste" Article II. "Refuse Collection", Section 82.39 "Fee Schedule" Setting CPI Adjusted Fees for Service Staff presentation Consider the approval on the first of two readings of Ordinanc
Amending the City of Rockport Code of Ordinance, Chapter 82 "Solid Waste" Article II. "Refuse Collection", Section 82.39 "Fee Schedule" Setting CPI Adjusted Fee...
Ord. 2026-09-08-2026-372 • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-39R, canceling the Special Election ordered for November 3, 2026, for the purpose of electing a Councilmember to fill the unexpired term for Ward 1; accepting the Certification of an Unopposed Candidate; declaring
Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-39R, canceling the Special Election ordered for November 3, 2026, for the purpose of electing a Councilmember to fill t...
Ord. 2026-Item-10 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
BUDGET AND TAX RATE ITEMS
Enacted by City of Rockport in City of Rockport City Council - August 11, 2026 on 2026-08-11 (Roll-Call Vote: 5-0). BUDGET AND TAX RATE ITEMS...
Ord. 2026-2026-314 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consider the approval on second and final reading of Ordinance 2019, amending Chapter 66, Section 66-70, "Sex Offender Residency Restrictions," of the Code of Ordinances; providing for consistency with Chapter 62 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure by
Consider the approval on second and final reading of Ordinance 2019, amending Chapter 66, Section 66-70, "Sex Offender Residency Restrictions," of the Code of O...
Ord. 2026-Item-4 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
BUDGET AND TAX RATE ITEMS
Enacted by City of Rockport in City of Rockport City Council - August 11, 2026 on 2026-08-11 (Roll-Call Vote: 5-0). BUDGET AND TAX RATE ITEMS...
Ord. 2026-2026-327 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Receive an update on 2026 Tax Rate calculations from Tax Assessor and discuss the proposed Tax Rate.
Receive an update on 2026 Tax Rate calculations from Tax Assessor and discuss the proposed Tax Rate....
Ord. 2026-2026-307 • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Consider the approval on the second and final reading on Ordinance 2018, amending the City of Rockport Code of Ordinances Chapter 102 "Utilities", Article I. "In General", Sections 102-9 Request Turn-on or Turn -off; Service Change; Meter Lock; to add a s
Consider the approval on the second and final reading on Ordinance 2018, amending the City of Rockport Code of Ordinances Chapter 102 "Utilities", Article I. "I...
Ord. 2026-2026-312 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-33R, authorizing the City Manager to take a record vote and determine an agreed-upon public meeting date on the tax rate hearing and vote which will be related to the Tax Assessor Collector to compile Rockport's re
Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-33R, authorizing the City Manager to take a record vote and determine an agreed-upon public meeting date on the tax rat...
Ord. 2026-2026-317 • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 52/100
Announcements of Budget and Tax Rate Upcoming Events:i. September 8, 2026 Approval of Ordinances (Utility Rate, Utility Fees, and Fire Fund) Public Hearing on FY 2026-2027 Budget and 2026 Tax Rate Adoption of FY 2026-2027 Budget Ado
Announcements of Budget and Tax Rate Upcoming Events:i. September 8, 2026 Approval of Ordinances (Utility Rate, Utility Fees, and Fire Fund) Public...
Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (25)
UNIFORM MAY • 2025-07-08
July 2025 City of Rockport Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 1,429 (19.0% of 7,526 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Councilmember, Place 1
Stephanie Rangel WINNER
100.0% (1,257 votes)Councilmember, Place 3
Brad L. Brundrett WINNER
100.0% (1,257 votes)Mayor
Tim Jayroe WINNER
100.0% (1,257 votes)Councilmember, Place 4
Andrea Hattman WINNER
100.0% (1,257 votes)Councilmember, Place 2
Matthew Anderson WINNER
100.0% (1,257 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,505 (20.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
71.0% (1,069 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
29.0% (436 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,054 (14.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
62.0% (653 votes)Michael R. Vance
38.0% (401 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,258 (30.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
68.0% (1,535 votes)David C. Morales
32.0% (723 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,129 (15.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
57.0% (644 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
43.0% (485 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,656 (22.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
59.0% (977 votes)David C. Morales
41.0% (679 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,054 (14.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
71.0% (748 votes)David C. Morales
29.0% (306 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,129 (15.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
69.0% (779 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
31.0% (350 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,183 (29.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
70.0% (1,528 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
30.0% (655 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,505 (20.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
68.0% (1,023 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
32.0% (482 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,882 (25.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
61.0% (1,148 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
39.0% (734 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,129 (15.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
60.0% (677 votes)Michael R. Vance
40.0% (452 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,430 (19.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
67.0% (958 votes)David C. Morales
33.0% (472 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,505 (20.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
66.0% (993 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
34.0% (512 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,656 (22.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
60.0% (994 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
40.0% (662 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,108 (28.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
72.0% (1,518 votes)Michael R. Vance
28.0% (590 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,333 (31.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
64.0% (1,493 votes)Michael R. Vance
36.0% (840 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,656 (22.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
56.0% (927 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
44.0% (729 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,108 (28.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
61.0% (1,286 votes)David C. Morales
39.0% (822 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,333 (31.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
67.0% (1,563 votes)David C. Morales
33.0% (770 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,581 (21.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
54.0% (854 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
46.0% (727 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 2,032 (27.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
72.0% (1,463 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
28.0% (569 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,430 (19.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
69.0% (987 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
31.0% (443 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,054 (14.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
70.0% (738 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
30.0% (316 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 City of Rockport Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 1,882 (25.0% of 7,527 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Mayor (At-Large)
Tim Jayroe WINNER
66.0% (1,242 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
34.0% (640 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
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City of Rockport City Council Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Roll Call2: Citizen Presentations and Public Hearing3: Approval of Minutes from Previous City Council Meeting4: Financial Report: Review and approval of accounts payable, disbursements, and warrants8: Adjourn5: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls6: Ordinance Expanding Municipal Code Enforcement Penalties, Permit Fees, and Property Restrictions2026-09-22 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - September 22, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION2026-369: Proclamation to proclaim Paint the Town Green and GoldItem-6: CONSENT2026-325: Consider the approval of the City Council Minutes for the September 8, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting2026-391: Consider the approval of North Street Water Main Extension2026-392: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-40R increasing the authorized strength of the Rockport Police Department from twenty-seven (27) to thirty-two (32) full-time sworn peace officer positions, effective October 1, 2026.2026-382: Consider the approval of the City of Rockport 2027 Employee Holidays.and confirming the 2027 City Council Regular Meetings,2026-396: Consider the approval of a Memorandum of Agreement with Harte Research Institute (HRI) at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi through its Clean Coast Texas Collaborative program.Item-12: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS2026-390: Request to rezone property located at 733 S Church St; also known as DOUGHTY & MATHIS OUTLOTS, LOT 5 THRU 8 (E/2 OF O.L. 6), & 8' ALLEY CLOSED ADJ TO LOTS 5 THRU 8, City of Rockport, Aransas County, Texas, to R-7 (Residential and Office District), current2026-394: Consider the approval of the appropriation of $36,080.10 from the General Fund for Decor IQ for lights in the downtown area of Rockport.Item-22: OTHER ACTION ITEMS AND UPDATES2026-411: Consideration and possible approval of an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Rockport and Aransas County for Participation in Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Rockport Texas2026-415: Consider canceling the October 13, 2026, City Council Regular MeetingItem-26: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE2026-406: City Manager's Monthly UpdateItem-28: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-29: EXECUTIVE SESSION2026-413: Receive advice from the City Attorney on alternative water sources (1)Item-31: BUSINESS ITEMItem-32: ADJOURN2026-412: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-42R adopting the Aransas County City of Rockport and Town of Fulton Emergency Management Plan Basic Plan dated September 2026 authorizing implementation, providing for severability and establishing an effective dat2026-381: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-43R awarding the fiscal year 2026-2027 Hotel Occupancy Tax Funds to qualified nonprofit organizations; requiring the funds to be used in accordance with Chapter 351 of the Texas Tax Code, the City of Rockport Hotel2026-389: Presentation on the Flock Safety Automated License Plate Reader Agreement2026-407: Consider the approval on the second and final reading of Ordinance 2026 amending the City of Rockport Code of Ordinances, Chapter 82 "Solid Waste" Article II. "Refuse Collection", Section 82.39 "Fee Schedule" Setting CPI Adjusted Fees for Service; Repeali2026-408: Consider the approval of the second and final reading of Ordinance 2027 amending the Official Zoning Map as stipulated under Article 4.1 of the City of Rockport Zoning Ordinance Number 1027 by changing the zoning of land from B-1 (General Business Distric2026-414: Consider the approval on first of two readings on Ordinance 2029 correcting a scrivener's error in Section 5 of Ordinance No. 1946 relating to the Tax Increment Base for Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Rockport, Texas; providing that the correct Tax2026-395: Consider the approval on the only reading of Ordinance 2030 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract between the City of Rockport and Cooper Advertising for the purpose of reminding the citizens of Rockport, Fulton, & Aransas County that tree or2026-409: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-41R requesting the Texas Municipal League support legislation amending the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure regarding mandatory credit for confinement served on unrelated offenses; providing for severability; and p2026-09-22 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - September 22, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: WORKSHOP DISCUSSION ITEMS2026-398: Presentation and discussion on the proposed Austin Street Re-Design concept plan2026-410: Next step in the Austin Street Re-Design ProjectItem-7: ADJOURN2026-09-08 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - September 08, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION2026-329: Proclamation to announce the dedication of Rockport becoming a Tourism Friendly Community2026-368: Tenure Tuesday Celebration2026-370: Presented in recognition of the City of Rockport’s commitment to excellence in governmental budgeting and financial transparency the 2025 Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation AwardItem-8: CONSENT2026-324: Consider the approval of the City Council Minutes for the August 25, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting2026-358: Consider the approval of the Consignment Auction Contract with ELCO Auctions Asset Marketing Solutions2026-374: City of Rockport's Financial Impact Statement provides the following information in compliance with Texas Government Code 551.043:A copy of the City’s proposed budget may be located on the City’s home page of its website and at https://rockporttx.govii) T2026-357: Discuss and consider Resolution 2026-38R ratifying the property tax increase reflected in the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, as required by Tex. Loc. Gov't Code § 102.007(c), such vote being in addition to and separate from the vote to adopt the budget andItem-18: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGSItem-22: OTHER ACTION ITEMS AND UPDATES2026-359: Consider the changes to cancel the Tuesday, December 22, 2026 Regular Meeting2026-360: Consider the request of funding and support for the Wings Rescue CenterItem-25: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE2026-373: The Austin Street Redesign process and the need for a Workshop on September 22, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.Item-27: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-28: EXECUTIVE SESSION2026-371: Receive advice from the City Attorney on alternative water sources (1)Item-30: BUSINESS ITEMItem-31: ADJOURN2026-372: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-39R, canceling the Special Election ordered for November 3, 2026, for the purpose of electing a Councilmember to fill the unexpired term for Ward 1; accepting the Certification of an Unopposed Candidate; declaring Item-11: BUDGET AND TAX RATE ITEMS2026-355: FY 2026-2027 BudgetHold a public hearing to receive comments regarding the FY2026-2027 Budget.Discuss and consider Ordinance 2022 on only one reading adopting the City of Rockport budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026 and ending September 32026-356: Proposed 2026 Tax Rate of $0.426475/$100. This rate is composed of a Maintenance and Operations Rate of $0.241121/$100 and an Interest and Sinking Fund rate of $0.185354/$100. Hold a public hearing on the proposed tax rate.Discuss and consider Ordinance 22026-366: Consider the approval of Ordinance 2024 on the only reading amending Ordinance 1992 which adopted the 2025-2026 budget beginning October 1, 2025, and ending September 30, 2026; repealing all prior ordinances in conflict herewith; providing for publicatio2026-367: Consider the approval of Ordinance 2025 on the only reading amending Ordinance No. 1992 which amended the 2025-2026 budget beginning October 1, 2025, and ending September 30, 2026; repealing all prior ordinances in conflict herewith; providing for public2026-362: Amending the City of Rockport Code of Ordinance, Chapter 82 "Solid Waste" Article II. "Refuse Collection", Section 82.39 "Fee Schedule" Setting CPI Adjusted Fees for Service Staff presentation Consider the approval on the first of two readings of Ordinanc2026-365: Request to change the zoning of land from B-1 (General Business District) for property located at 504 Young St; also known as Spencer LOT 9-R 0.278 Acres, to I-1 (Light Industrial District)Staff Report. Applicant Presentation.Public Hearing to receive com2026-08-25 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - August 25, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION2026-341: Recognition of Lieutenant Richard Page for completing the necessary training requirements to be awarded the designation of LECOP # 202Item-6: CONSENT2026-323: Consider the approval of the City Council Minutes for the following meetings:i. August 11, 2026, City Council Workshopii. August 11, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting2026-330: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-36R, authorizing the City Manager or her Designee to execute an agreement between the City of Rockport and the County of Aransas for Tax Assessor-Collection Services; and providing an effective date.2026-336: Consider approval of the Recommendation of Award to Texas Materials Group, Inc. for the 2026 Street Rehabilitation Project.2026-340: Consider the approval of the Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant Funding 3rd Quarter Report of the Friends of Fulton MansionItem-11: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS2026-338: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-37R, approving a contract for Election Services with Elections Administrator of Aransas County for the November 3, 2026, Election; authorizing the Mayor to execute the contract; and providing an effective date.Item-13: OTHER ACTION ITEMS AND UPDATES2026-342: Consider the approval of an appointee to the Aransas County Appraisal District Board.2026-343: Consider the approval of an action item for the expenditure of unspent bond funds.2026-344: Consider the changes to the remainder of the 2026 City Council Regular Meetings:i. Move the Tuesday, November 10, 2026 Regular Meeting to Monday, November 9, 2026ii. Cancel the Tuesday, November 24, 2026 Regular Meetingiii. Cancel the Tuesday, DeceItem-17: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE2026-351: Receive the City Manager's Monthly UpdateItem-19: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-20: EXECUTIVE SESSION2026-337: Receive advice from the City Attorney on alternative water sources (1)Item-22: BUSINESS ITEMItem-23: ADJOURN2026-08-11 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - August 11, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CONSENT2026-303: Consider the approval of the City Council Minutes for the following City Council Meetings:i. July 28, 2026, Budget Workshop #6ii. July 28, 2026, Regular Meeting2026-305: Consider the approval of the following Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant Funding Third Quarter Report:i. Texas Maritime Museumii. Rockport Cultural Ars District-Heritage Programsiii. Rockport Cultural Arts District-MuralFestiv. Rockport Center for the A2026-306: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-30R, authorizing the City Council to accept the third quarter investment report for the City of Rockport; and providing an effective date.2026-308: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-31R authorizing the Rockport Police Department to apply for and operate a Crime Victim Notification Systems grant administered by the Office of the Governor for FY2027; and authorizing the City Manager to act as th2026-311: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-32R, authorizing the City Manager to accept the property damage insurance settlement stemming from Hurricane Harvey damage between the City of Rockport and Sedgwick CMA for the purpose of closing out TDEM grants; a2026-313: Presentation of the City Manager's proposed FY 2026-2027 Budget, In accordance with the City of Rockport Charter.Item-14: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS2026-304: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-34R calling a Special Election to fill an unexpired term May 2029 for Ward 1 and providing for provisions to hold the Special Election on the Uniform Election date of November 3, 2026Item-20: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATEItem-21: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-22: EXECUTIVE SESSION2026-310: Receive advice from the City Attorney on alternative water sources (1)Item-24: BUSINESS ITEMItem-25: ADJOURNItem-10: BUDGET AND TAX RATE ITEMS2026-312: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-33R, authorizing the City Manager to take a record vote and determine an agreed-upon public meeting date on the tax rate hearing and vote which will be related to the Tax Assessor Collector to compile Rockport's re2026-317: Announcements of Budget and Tax Rate Upcoming Events:i. September 8, 2026 Approval of Ordinances (Utility Rate, Utility Fees, and Fire Fund) Public Hearing on FY 2026-2027 Budget and 2026 Tax Rate Adoption of FY 2026-2027 Budget Ado2026-307: Consider the approval on the second and final reading on Ordinance 2018, amending the City of Rockport Code of Ordinances Chapter 102 "Utilities", Article I. "In General", Sections 102-9 Request Turn-on or Turn -off; Service Change; Meter Lock; to add a s2026-314: Consider the approval on second and final reading of Ordinance 2019, amending Chapter 66, Section 66-70, "Sex Offender Residency Restrictions," of the Code of Ordinances; providing for consistency with Chapter 62 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure by2026-315: Consider the approval on second and final reading of Ordinance 2020 amending the Official Zoning Map as stipulated under Article 4.1 of the City of Rockport Zoning Ordinance Number 1027 by changing the zoning of land from B-1 (General Business District) w2026-318: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-35R appointing one member to the Planning and Zoning Commission; filling vacancies, providing for terms of office; and providing for an effective date.2026-08-11 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - August 11, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARD2026-326: Discussion on the proposed FY 2026-2027 Budgeti. Employee Benefits (insurance)ii. Remaining Budget ProjectsItem-8: ADJOURNItem-4: BUDGET AND TAX RATE ITEMS2026-327: Receive an update on 2026 Tax Rate calculations from Tax Assessor and discuss the proposed Tax Rate.2026-328: Announcements of Budget and Tax Rate Upcoming Events:i. September 8, 2026 Approval of Ordinances (Utility Rate, Utility Fees, and Fire Fund) Public Hearing on FY 2026-2027 Budget and 2026 Tax Rate Adoption of FY 2026-2027 Budget Ado2026-07-28 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - July 28, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION2026-296: Proclamation congratulating Kay Adams for her work with Wings Rescue CenterItem-6: CONSENT2026-245: Consider the approval of the City Council Minutes for the July 14, 2026, City Council Regular MeetingItem-10: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS2026-286: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-28R requesting financial assistance from the Texas Water Development Board; authorizing the filing of an application for assistance; and making certain findings in connection therewith. This resolution authorizes 2026-287: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026- ?R approving an agreement with BarCom for additional Information Techonology Services for the City of Rockport.2026-281: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-27R authorizing the City Manager to take all legal steps necessary to collect delinquent Hotel Occupancy Taxes, and related fees and charges, due and owing to the City for the Hotels located at 901 HWY 35 N, Aransa2026-282: Consider the approval of Change Order No. 3 for the GLO CDBG-DR 20-065-090-C252 City of Rockport Drainage ImprovementsItem-18: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE2026-294: Presentation on the City Manager's Monthly UpdateItem-20: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-21: ADJOURN2026-279: Consider the approval on first of two readings on Ordinance 2018,amending the City of Rockport Code of Ordinances Chapter 102 "Utilities", Article I. "In General", Sections 102-9 Request Turn-on or Turn -off; Service Change; Meter Lock; to add a service c2026-280: Consider amendments to the Rockport Code of Ordinances, Chapter 66, Section 66-70, "Sex Offender Residency Restrictions." i. Staff Presentationii. Consider the approval of the first of two readings of Ordinance 2019, amending Chapter 66, Section 66-70, "S2026-295: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-26R appointing and reappointing members to the Planning and Zoning Commission; providing for terms of office; and providing for an effective date.2026-283: Consider a request to rezone property located at 1222 Highway 35 S; also known as Forrest Oaks, Block 1, Lot 1 & 2, Acres 21.519, City of Rockport, Aransas County, Texas, to a Planned Unit Development overlay (PUD), currently zoned B-1 (General Business) 2026-284: Consider a request to rezone property located at 1819-1833 S Ann Street, also known as Manning, Block 411, Lot 5-12, & 14-21 & 0.419 acs of ROW & RR; 720 Mathis Street, also known as Manning, Block 411, Lot 1 thru 4, and 0.80 (RR) acres 1.00; and a portio2026-07-28 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - July 28, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARD2026-298: Review of HOT allocation and CVB board composition and responsibilities2026-300: Next steps in the processItem-8: ADJOURN2026-299: Review of tax rate, budget, capital items and any other items relating to the creation of the FY2026-2027 BudgetItem-4: BUDGET AND TAX RATE2026-07-14 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - July 14, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION2026-264: Tenure Tuesday2026-269: Proclamation - proclaiming July as Parks and Recreation MonthItem-7: CONSENT2026-244: Consider the approval of the following City Council Minutes:i. June 23, 2026 Budget Workshop #5ii. June 23, 2026 Regular Meeting2026-263: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-24R approving and appointing an Investment Officer(s) and designating approved investment training courses for the City of Rockport, Texas, and making various provisions related to the subject; and providing an effItem-11: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS2026-253: Consider the approval on the second and final reading of Ordinance 2014 amending the Code of Ordinances Chapter 102 “Utilities,” Article Ii. “Water Service,” Division 3. “Service Charges,” Sections 102-56, 102-57, and 102-58 by amending Water Rates for a2026-265: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-25R adopting an Investment Policy and Strategy for the City of Rockport, Texas, and making various provisions related to the subject.Item-18: OTHER ACTION ITEMS AND UPDATES2026-258: Consider the approval of an extension proclamation declaring a water shortage emergency2026-260: Request for a Heritage District Certificate of Appropriateness Application submitted by Quick Ventures LLC, 902 E. Market, to install a drive-through.i. Presentation by staffii. Presentation by requestoriii. Consider the approval of the Heritage Distri2026-261: Presentation of the concept design for the Rockport Aquarium, 704 Navigation Circle.Item-23: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATEItem-24: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-25: EXECUTIVE SESSION2026-268: Seek legal advice regarding alternative water sources (1).Item-27: BUSINESS ITEMItem-28: ADJOURN2026-262: Consider a request to rezone the property located at 3810 Hwy 35 S; also known as A160 James Mckay Survey, ACRES 0.792, City of Rockport, Aransas County, Texas, to R-5 (2nd Multi-Family Dwelling District), currently zoned R-1 (1st Single Family Dwelling D2026-266: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-26R appointing and reappointing members to the Planning and Zoning Commission; providing for terms of office; and providing for an effective date.2026-256: Consider the approval of the second and final reading of Ordinance 2017 amending Chapter 74, Article III, “Charitable Solicitations,” of the Code of Ordinances; clarifying the definition of charitable purpose; limiting permits to organized charitable camp2026-255: Consider the approval of the second and final reading of Ordinance 2016 amending Chapter 74, Article II, “Itinerant Merchants; Itinerant Vendors,” of the Code of Ordinances providing clarification regarding the scope of solicitor licenses; prohibiting the2026-267: Consideration and possible approval for a variance from the current Development Impact Fees.2026-254: Consider the approval on the second and final reading of Ordinance 2015 amending Code of Ordinances Chapter 102 “Utilities”, Article III. “Wastewater Service”, Division 4. “Service Charges,” Sections 102-266, 102-267, and 102-269 by amending Wastewater Ra2026-06-23 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - June 23, 2026
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2026-216: Swearing in of Cadet Cameron Daley and Cadet Charles Chavez with the Police Officer Oath of Office. Cadet Daley and Cadet Chavez graduated from the Del Mar Police Academy on June 18th.Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION2026-212: Proclamation - Honoring Roy Allen2026-204: Tenure Tuesday2026-208: Presentation of flags and 50' flag pole from the Rockport Center for the Arts.Item-9: CONSENT2026-207: Consdier the approval of Resolution 2026- R authorizing the City Council to accept the second quarter investment report for the City of Rockport; and providing an effective date.2026-205: Consider the approval of the City Council Minutes for the May 26, 2026, City Council Regular MeetingItem-12: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS2026-214: Consider the Wildan Water Rate Study recommendation of a Water Rate increase to all customersi. Review the Wildan recommendation and the City Council previous direction ii. Staff presentationii. Consider the approval on the first of two readings of Or2026-233: Consider the Wildan Wastewater Rate Study recommendation of an increase to both inside city limits and outside city limit customersi. Review the Wildan recommendation and the City Council previous direction ii. Staff presentationii. Consider the approItem-17: OTHER ACTION ITEMS AND UPDATES2026-219: Receive a presentation from Freeze and Nichols on the Groundwater Feasible Study2026-235: Receive an update on Current Status of Parks and Recreation Department Activities2026-236: Consider the appointment of the City of Rockport Mayor Pro Tem positionItem-22: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE2026-215: Recieve the City Manager's Monthly UpdateItem-24: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-25: EXECUTIVE SESSION2026-209: Discussion on the duties, responsibilities, and potential reassignment of the Assistant to the City Manager.(3)Item-27: BUSINESS ITEMItem-28: ADJOURN2026-217: Consider an amendment to the Rockport Code of Ordinances, Chapter 74, Peddlers and Solicitors, Article II, Itinerant Merchants, Itinerant Vendorsi. Staff presentationii. Consider the approval of the first of two readings of Ordinance 2016 amending Chap2026-210: Consider approval of Amendment No. 2 to the agreement with Alliance for Community Services (ACS) for the provision and installation of audio visual and security equipment in an amount not to exceed $45,226.2026-218: Consider an amendment to the Rockport Code of Ordinances, Chapter 74 Peddlers and Solicitors, Article III Charitable Solicitationsi. Staff presentationii. Consider the approval of the first of two readings of Ordinance 2017 amending Chapter 74, Article2026-06-23 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - June 23, 2026
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2026-190: Presentation on the recommendation for the award of the FY2026-2027 Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant Funding2026-211: Economic Environment and Preliminary Revenue EstimatesItem-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARD2026-234: Receive an update from the Public Works Director on the Status of FY-25-26 Capital Projects2026-243: Discussion of previously reviewed outstanding budget topics2026-242: Next step in the processItem-10: ADJOURNItem-4: BUDGET AND TAX RATE ITEMS2026-05-26 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - May 26, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITIONItem-5: CONSENT2026-115: Consider the approval of the City Council Minutes for the following:i. May 12, 2026, Workshopii. May 12, 2026, Regular Meeting2026-170: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-21R, updating Council on legislative issues surrounding Energy Utility Issues as Summarized by Texas Coalition for Affordable Power Representative, Lloyd Gosselink; and providing an effective date.Item-8: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS2026-201: Consider the approval of Resolution No. 2026-22R approving an Interlocal Agreement with the University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley Regional Security Operations Center services (UTRGV RSOC) to be included in the State's cyber-security initiative grant auItem-12: BUDGET RELATED ITEMItem-14: OTHER ACTION ITEMS AND UPDATES2026-191: Consider approval of the financing proposal with Government Capital Corporation for a lease purchase agreement for a street sweeper.2026-193: Discussion on the process to be used for the appointment and reappoints of Boards and Commission for the upcoming terms expiring in June 2026.Item-17: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE2026-179: Presentation of the City Manager's Monthly UpdateItem-19: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-20: EXECUTIVE SESSION2026-199: Consider the approval of Ordinance 2013 on one reading amending Ordinance No. 1992 which adopted the 2025-2026 budget beginning October 1, 2025 and ending September 30, 2026; in accordance with existing statutory requirements; repealing all conflicting or2026-197: Consultation with the City Attorney on the impending water issues and related effects and actions (1)2026-198: Discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, condemnation or value of real property (in the vicinity of Pearl Street)2Item-23: BUSINESS ITEMItem-24: ADJOURN2026-177: Consider the approval of Resolution No. 2026-20R adopting the City of Rockport Employee Mentoring Leave Policy and providing for implementation and an effective date.2026-200: Consider the approval on second and final readings of Ordinance 2012 regarding the City of Rockport’s Texas Municipal Retirement System benefits, allowing certain city employees who have canceled previous memberships and service credit in the system to bu2026-05-12 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - May 12, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION2026-160: Proclamation—proclaiming May 10th-16th as Police Week2026-161: Proclamation — proclaiming May as Historic Preservation Month2026-169: Tenure TuesdayItem-8: CONSENT2026-144: Consider the approval of the City Council Minutes for:i. April 28th Regular Meetingii. April 29th Budget Workshop2026-167: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-17R, ratifying the City Manager assigning the City of Rockport's interest in the CNG station contract with Rockport-Fulton School since the City of Corpus Christi purchased the Gas System on September 29, 2025Item-11: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS2026-172: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-18R approving an agreement with BarCom for Information Technology Services for the City of RockportItem-16: OTHER ACTION ITEMS AND UPDATES2026-173: Consider the approval of the 30-day extension of Proclomation number 27-057O Water Emergency DeclarationItem-18: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATEItem-19: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-20: EXECUTIVE SESSION2026-175: Consultation with the City Attorney on the impending water issues and related effects and actions (1)2026-176: Discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, condemnation or value of real property (in the vicinity of Pearl Street)2Item-23: BUSINESS ITEMItem-24: ADJOURN2026-174: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-19 R requesting the City of Corpus Christi to modify it proposed Ordinance that sets baselines for water usage and approves curtailment percentage for water customers during a level one-water emergency.2026-153: Consider the approval of the second and final readings of Ordinance 2011 amending the City of Rockport Code of Ordinances Chapter 98 "Traffic and Vehicles", Article III "Speed" Section 98-66, and amending Appendix T-33; providing for the validity of said 2026-145: Consider the approval on the first of two readings of Ordinance 2012 regarding the City of Rockport’s Texas Municipal Retirement System benefits, allowing certain city employees who have canceled previous memberships and service credit in the system to bu2026-05-12 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - May 12, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-6: ADJOURN2026-171: i. Property Valuation/Tax Rateii. Capital Improvement Programs a. FY2025-2026 b. FY2026-2027iii. Potential Grants and fundingiv. FY2026-2027 Budget Calendarv. Next Steps in the Budget processItem-4: BUDGET AND TAX RATE ITEMS2026-04-29 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - April 29, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARD2026-126: Discussion and possible directions on the following: i. Property Tax Valuation ii. Debt Rate Analysis iii. FY2026-2027 Hotel Occupancy Tax Funding iv. Community Survey v. Next StepsItem-6: ADJOURNItem-4: BUDGET AND TAX RATE ITEMS2026-04-28 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - April 28, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION2026-117: Proclamation proclaming May 3rd-9th as National Tourism Week2026-118: Proclamation proclaiming May 3rd-9th as Municipal Clerk WeekItem-7: CONSENT2026-94: Consider the approval of the City Council Minutes for the April 14, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting2026-143: Consider the approval of the Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant Funding Program Second Quarter Reports for the following: i. Friends of Fulton Mansion ii. Rockport Center for the Arts iii. Rockport Conference Center iv .Rockport Cultural Arts District-C2026-151: Ratification from April 14, 2026 Regular Meeting - Consider the approval of the following City Council Minutes:i. March 17, 2026 Regular Meetingii. March 24, 2026 Workshopiii. March 24, 2026 Regular Meeting2026-152: Ratification from April 14, 2026 Regular Meeting -Consider the approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the County of Aransas for the coordinated use and management of the Community Center and Celebration Plaza.2026-155: Ratification from April 14, 2026 Regular Meeting - Consideration and possible approval of a Development Agreement for Passport ShoresItem-14: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS2026-127: Consider the approval of a Resolution 2026-14R authorizing the Rockport Police Department to apply for and operate a SB 224 Catalytic Converter Grant Program administered by the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority for FY 2027: and authorizing the CitItem-19: OTHER ACTION ITEMS AND UPDATES2026-141: Consider the ratification of the renewal of Windstorm Insurance coverage for the City of Rockport through GSM Insurors in the amount of $516,163.70, providing coverage for insured property valued at $50,216,496 and including a deductible reduction from 3%2026-149: Consider the approval of the Generator Project Funding Gap and Options for Project Advancement (DR-4485 Texas COVID-19)2026-150: Consideration of a presentation on Brackish Water Desalinization by Mr. Michael Esparza, City Manager, City of Alice.Item-24: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE2026-159: Received a presentation on the City Manager's Monthly UpdateItem-26: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-27: EXECUTIVE SESSION2026-163: Consultation with the City Attorney on the impending water issues and related effects and actions (1)2026-164: Consultation with the City Attorney regarding the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 (TIRZ) (1)2026-148: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-16R appointing the Aransas County Tax Assessor-Collector to calculate the effective tax rate for the City of Rockport for the 2026-2027 tax year.2026-165: Discussion to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee (Information Technology Director) (3)Item-31: BUSINESS ITEMItem-32: ADJOURN2026-154: Ratification from April 14, 2026 Regular Meeting - Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-13R appointing and reappointing members to the Zoning Board of Adjustment; providing for terms of office; and providing for an effective date.2026-142: Hold a Public Hearing to receive comments for or against Ordinance 2011 and consider the approval of the first of two readings of Ordinance 2011 amending the City of Rockport Code of Ordinances Chapter 98 "Traffic and Vehicles", Article III "Speed" Sectio2026-134: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-15R, authorizing the amended agreement between the City of Rockport and Pearl Point Phase 2 for the purpose of Economic Development with Pearl Point Phase 2 for Economic Development in an amount not to exceed $67,32026-147: Receive an update on outstanding City Council questions on water rates and provide direction on the implementation of the Wildan recommendations for the next step of holding a public hearing and approval of an Ordinance.2026-04-14 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - April 14, 2026
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2026-119: Discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, condemnation or value of real property (in the vicinity of Pearl Street)22026-111: Discussion to deliberate the appointees' annual performance evaluation process and duties (City Manager, Municipal Judge, and City Secretary)3.Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION2026-112: Proclamation for April 11-17, 2026 as the Week of the Young Child2026-113: Proclamation for April 12-18, 2026 as National Public Safety Telecommunication Week2026-122: Proclamation proclaiming the month of April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month2026-95: Recognition of Captain David Gerloff for being awarded the Law Enforcement Command Officer Profession, 2026 / LECOP #179, Texas Police Chiefs Association2026-107: Tenure Tuesday2026-108: City of Rockport named Tree City USA for 27th Consecutive Year2026-109: Presentation to Friends of Aransas National Wildlife Refuge — Whooping Crane StrutItem-12: CONSENT2026-93: Consider the approval of the following City Council Minutes:i. March 17, 2026 Regular Meetingii. March 24, 2026 Workshopiii. March 24, 2026 Regular Meeting2026-99: Consider the approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the County of Aransas for the coordinated use and management of the Community Center and Celebration Plaza.Item-15: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS2026-96: Consider raising the speed limit on Broadway from 25 to 30 miles per hour, from the south entrance at BSN 35 to Lakeview Drive. i. Presentation by staff.ii. Hold a Public Hearing to receive comments for or against the request.iii. Consider the appro2026-120: Consideration and possible approval of a Development Agreement for Passport ShoresItem-19: OTHER ACTION ITEMS AND UPDATES2026-123: Update to Council on Water Rate SubsidyItem-22: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATEItem-23: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-24: EXECUTIVE SESSION2026-121: Discussion of impending water issues and related effects and actions1Item-28: BUSINESS ITEMItem-29: ADJOURN2026-80: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-13R appointing and reappointing members to the Zoning Board of Adjustment; providing for terms of office; and providing for an effective date.2026-124: Update to Council on Tax Rate Effects2026-03-27 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - March 27, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITIONItem-5: CONSENT2026-98: Consider the approval of the City Council Minutes for the ______, City Council Regular MeetingItem-7: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGSItem-8: OTHER ACTION ITEMS AND UPDATESItem-9: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATEItem-10: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-11: EXECUTIVE SESSIONItem-12: BUSINESS ITEMItem-13: ADJOURN2026-03-24 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - March 24, 2026
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Item-13: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE2026-92: City Manager's Monthly UpdateItem-15: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITIONItem-5: CONSENT2026-85: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-14R, authorizing the Mayor to approve payment of seventh year of property tax 380 agreement between the City of Rockport and Pearl Point Rockport 1 for the purpose of economic development; and providing an effectiv2026-86: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-15R, authorizing the Mayor to approve payment of seventh year of property tax 380 agreement between the City of Rockport and Pearl Point Phase 2 for the purpose of economic development; and providing an effective d2026-87: Consider approval of Resolution 2026-16R, authorizing the Mayor to accept two checks from the 100 Club for police vests, batons, and scabbards; and providing an effective date.2026-88: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-17R, authorizing the Mayor to execute a lease agreement between the City of Rockport and Rockport Volunteer Fire Department to both (1) lease a city-owned property for the ordinary and usual uses of a fire station Item-10: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGSItem-12: OTHER ACTION ITEMS AND UPDATESItem-16: EXECUTIVE SESSION2026-97: Discussion to deliberate the appointees' annual performance evaluation process and duties (City Manager, Municipal Judge, and City Secretary)3.Item-18: BUSINESS ITEMItem-19: ADJOURN2026-64: Consider the approval of the second and final reading of Ordinance 2009 amending the City of Rockport Code of Ordinances Chapter 98 "Traffic and Vehicles", Article III "Speed" Section 98-61, Appendix T-25; providing for the validity of said Ordinance; rep2026-03-24 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - March 24, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: BUDGET WORKSHOP #2 AGENDA iTEMS2026-71: Presentation and discussion on water/wastewater studies and reports2026-72: Discussion and review City Council Strategic Plan2026-70: Hotel Occupancy Tax Discussion:i. 4:00 p.m. - Presentation from Bill Longley, General Counsel for Texas Municipal Leagueii. Review of possible changes to the City's HOT Grant Program and next stepItem-8: ADJOURN2026-03-17 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - March 17, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION2026-68: Tenure TuesdayItem-6: AUDIT2026-75: Presentation by Sara Henderson of Armstrong, Vaughn & Associates of City of Rockport's 2025 audit report2026-82: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-12R accepting the 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report as presented by Armstrong, Vaughn & Associates.Item-9: CONSENT2026-61: Consider the approval of the City Council Minutes for the February 24, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting2026-63: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-09R authorizing the Rockport Police Department to apply for and operate a State Homeland Security Program - Regular Projects (SHSP-R) grant for fiscal year 2026; and authorizing the Mayor to act as the Executive Of2026-74: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-10R, authorizing the Mayor to approve payment of the tenth and final year of Sales Tax 380 Agreement between the City of Rockport and Gulf Coast Hardware; and providing and effective date.2026-81: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-11R authorizing committing local funds for the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) project with the General Land Office (GLO), Contract No. 20-065-090-C252.Item-14: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS2026-64: Consider the request by the Texas Department of Transportation to lower the speed limit on South Business 35 between 9th Street and the City Limits at Freeze Lane from 60 miles per hour to 55 miles per hour.i. Hold a Public Hearing to receive comments Item-16: OTHER ACTION ITEMS AND UPDATES2026-83: Request for a Heritage District Certificate of Appropriateness Application submitted by building owner, Richard Neely for the business of Dog (Pet) Wants - Tiki Bar to be located at 404 S. Austin Street to add on to the existing building with a structure Item-18: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATEItem-19: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-20: EXECUTIVE SESSION2026-67: Discussion to deliberate the appointees' annual performance evaluation process and duties (City Manager, Municipal Judge, and City Secretary)3.Item-22: BUSINESS ITEMItem-23: ADJOURN2026-02-24 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - February 24, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITIONItem-5: CONSENT2026-46: Consider the approval of the City Council Minutes for the following: i. February 5, 2026, Workshop ii. February 10, 2026, Regular Meeting2026-48: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-07R authorizing the Rockport Police Department to apply for and operate an Operation Stonegarden Grant Program (OPSG)2026-57: Consider the approval of the following Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant recipients' quarterly reports: i. ACTS Aviation (Warbids Over South Texas) ii. Chamber of Commerce (SeaFair)Item-10: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGSItem-12: OTHER ACTION ITEMS AND UPDATESItem-13: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE2026-55: City Manager's Monthly UpdateItem-15: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-16: EXECUTIVE SESSION2026-58: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-08R approving an amended Wastewater Effluent Agreement with the Rockport Country Club Members Association; authorizing the Mayor to execute the agreement; and providing for an effective date.2026-56: Discussion to deliberate the appointees' annual performance evaluation process and duties (City Manager, Municipal Judge, and City Secretary)3.Item-18: BUSINESS ITEMItem-19: ADJOURN2026-49: Consider the approval of the first of two readings of Ordinance 2009 amending the City of Rockport Code of Ordinances Chapter 98 "Traffic and Vehicles", Article III "Speed" Section 98-61, Appendix T-25; providing for the validity of said Ordinance; repeal2026-02-10 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - February 10, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: CEREMONIAL MATTERS/PROCLAMATIONS/EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION2026-40: Tenure TuesdayItem-6: CONSENT2026-23: Consider the approval of the City Council Minutes for the January 27, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting.2026-24: Accept the quarterly investment report for the quarter ending December 31, 2025.2026-30: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-03R authorizing the Rockport Police Department to apply for and operate a Criminal Justice Grant Program administered by the Office of the Governor, trusted programs for fiscal year 2027; and authorizing the Mayor 2026-31: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-04R authorizing the Rockport Police Department to apply for and operate a State Crisis Intervention Grant Program administered by the Office of the Governor for fiscal year 2027; and authorizing the Mayor to act as2026-33: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-05R authorizing the Rockport Police Department to apply for and operate a Peace Officer Mental Health Grant Program administered by the Office of the Governor, trusted programs for fiscal year 2027; and authorizing2026-34: Consider the approval of Resolution 2026-06R authorizing the Rockport Police Department to apply for and operate a Body Worn Grant Camera Grant Program, FY 2027, administered by the Office of the Governor, trusted programs for fiscal year 2027; and author2026-12: Consider the approval of the Rockport Police Department's 2025 Racial Profiling Report2026-39: Consider the approval of the following Hotel Occupancy Tax Grant recipients' quarterly reports:i. Rockport Little Theatreii. Rockport Cultural Arts District - Christmas in the Districtiii. Rockport Cultural Arts District - Heritage ProgramItem-15: ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGSItem-16: OTHER ACTION ITEMS AND UPDATES2026-25: Receive a follow-up Water/Wastewater Study presentation of the original study prepared for the City in 2024. The rate plan will include a proposed "pass-thru" rate for costs from San Patricio Municipal Utility District and will be designed to encourage wItem-20: CITY MANAGER'S UPDATEItem-21: CITY COUNCIL REPORTItem-22: ADJOURN2026-35: Consideration the approval of an amendment to the Utility Services Agreement with Rockport Landing LLC. (increasing the capacity of Living Unit Equivalents)2026-36: Consider the ratification of Amendment No. 2 to the agreement with DLF Two, Inc. for additional hand trenching, PVC pipes, and cement work that was completed to connect our city and county facilities for an amount not to exceed $5,750.00.2026-02-05 • REGULAR SESSION
City of Rockport City Council - February 05, 2026
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Item-1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALLItem-2: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEItem-3: CITIZENS TO BE HEARDItem-4: BUDGET WORKSHOP #1 DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION ITEMS2026-21: Discussion and provide direction on the following items: i. Budget Kickoff ii. Year End Review iii. Departments a. Responsibilites b. Current Work Plan c. FY2026-2027 Needs d. FY2026-2027 Goals iv. City CouncilItem-7: ADJOURN2026-32: The City provides the following information in compliance with Texas Government Code § 551.043(c): (i) a copy of the City’s proposed budget may be located on the City’s home page of its website and at FY2025-2026 Budget; and (ii) Taxpayer Impact Stateme