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Jul 29, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Texas City Economic Development Corporation Board Of Directors Meeting Minutes
The board discussed and approved the Fiscal Year 2027 budget for the Texas City Economic Development Corporation, including three new staff positions. Approval was also granted for a final payment to the Edifis Group related to weather damage and a Chamber Membership Grant for a local business. Additionally, leadership updates were provided regarding personnel promotions and transitions within the Economic Development and City Management departments.
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The City Commission held a regular meeting covering various agenda items. Reports included a quarterly investment update and a progress review of the City's comprehensive account audit. Key actions involved the appointment of a new City Attorney, authorization of fund repayments to the Texas General Land Office, and approval of a change order for the 34th Street Drainage Improvement Project. The Commission also rezoned property for a Battery Energy Storage System, awarded a bid for the Lift Station 6 and 33 Rehabilitation Project, and approved several budget amendments related to residential trash collection, legal fees, reclassification of American Rescue Plan funds, and a refund to the U.S. Treasury. Additionally, the Commission discussed and initiated the process to update incident management towing rates and approved the proposed no-new-revenue tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year.
Aug 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
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City Of Texas City City Commission Workshop Minutes
The Commission held a workshop to discuss the proposed Latitude Margaritaville -- Galveston Bay development by Minto Communities. The discussion covered various aspects of the project, including the potential economic impact on the local school district, the role of the homeowners association in maintaining amenities, infrastructure plans such as crash gates and street widths, and environmental assessments. The Commission also addressed questions regarding tax agreements, construction quality, water capacity, drainage plans, and the project's long-term integration with the city, including future charitable contributions and local hiring.
Aug 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Texas City Library Board Meeting Minutes
The Board reviewed the Librarian's report, which included updates on the TexTreasures Grant for FY 2026 and 2027, a recap of the Summer Reading Program, and various programming and outreach initiatives. The status of the FY 2026 budget for both the City of Texas City and the Galveston County Library System was discussed. New business included a planned review of the bylaws at the upcoming October meeting and an overview of the proposed FY 2027 budget for the City of Texas City, noting necessary adjustments for centralized categories like insurance and building maintenance. Board comments addressed specific outreach events, the status of the library's new roof, and inquiries regarding local historical sites.
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