CITY HAPPENINGS City offices will be closed Monday, January 1, in observance of the New Year holiday. Garbage pick-up scheduled for Monday will resume on your next scheduled day.
Upcoming Meetings
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City Council Meeting
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Local Emergency Planning Committee Meeting
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City Council Meeting
Meeting agendas
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Local Emergency Planning Committee Meeting
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City Council Meeting
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Local Emergency Planning Committee Meeting
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Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
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Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
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Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
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City Council Meeting
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Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting
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City Council Meeting
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Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting
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City Council Meeting
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Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting
and minutes for all boards, committees, and City Council
JANUARY
can be found at LaPorteTX.gov/Agendas
FEBRUARY
Chat with one of your city managers, ask questions, or express concerns! Meet them in the City Hall Lobby on the dates listed below. City Manager, Corby Alexander, 9AM-10AM January 2 | February 6 | March 5 Assistant City Manager, Matt Daeumer, 9AM-10AM January 16 | February 20 | March 19
The Public Works Department will be making their annual free trash bag deliveries the second week of February!
MARCH
City offices will be closed March 29 in observance of Good Friday. Garbage pick-up scheduled for Friday will resume on your next scheduled day.
2024 calendars were mailed in December! Residents, you may get a copy at City Hall or the Recreation and Fitness Center if yours did not arrive in the mail.
MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEM The City of La Porte maintains a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System to transport storm water. The City has also created a Storm Water Management Program to manage the quality of discharge from the system. This program includes management best practices and schedules for implementation to address six minimum control measures. For more information, visit LaPorteTX.gov/StormWater.
Say "I do" for the first time or all over again! Free this February at the La Porte Municipal Court. This February, in celebration of Valentine’s Day, La Porte Municipal Court will once again host our “Love is in the Air” event. Judge Janikka Bratton will be performing weddings and vow renewals at no cost for La Porte employees and residents by appointment only for the month of February. For more information, visit LaPorteTX.gov/LoveWins
EMPLOYEE OF THE THIRD QUARTER 2023 Phillip Sonnier We are thrilled to introduce the City of La Porte employee of the third quarter 2023, Phillip Sonnier. Phillip is a Utility Supervisor in our Public Works Department and has been with the City for almost 10 years. Whether in the field with his crew repairing water lines or in the office assisting with new software, Phillip is a consummate team player and public servant. His ability and willingness to rise to the occasion are recognized and appreciated.
SPRING BREAK JUNIOR GOLF
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There are many ways to stay connected to your local government.
Visit LaPorteTX.gov/Connect for a listing of notification options, social media sites, newsletters, and more!
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS Car Seat Safety Inspections
Free car seat checks are provided by a certified technician. Car seat checks are available by appointment only on the following dates at EMS Headquarters, 10428 Spencer Highway: 1/11, 1/25, 2/8, 2/22, 3/7, 3/21. Call 281-471-9244 for an appointment.
CPR Training
EMS is offering the following CPR courses at EMS headquarters: 01/20– Heartsaver $28; 02/17– Healthcare Provider $32; 03/16– Heartsaver $28. Cash payment is due on the day of the class. Must call for reservation, 281-471-9244.
Safe Riders
Free child safety seats are provided to families who qualify. Please contact Lt. Christina Mason at 281-470-0073 or email MasonC@LaPorteTX.gov for an appointment.
Childhood Immunizations
A drive-through immunization clinic will be held from 9 AM-12 PM on February 10 at the City of La Porte EMS Headquarters. Vaccines are available for children 18 years of age and younger; no fee and no appointment required.
nt e m p o l Deve e s u o H Open Tuesday, February 6 | 9-10 AM Police Department Training Room Stop by to visit with areas involved in the City's development process. Find out everything you've every wanted to know about development in La Porte!
For more information on community events, visit LaPorteTX.gov/Events or email us at Events@LaPorteTX.gov
MAIN STREET TRADE DAYS Enjoy a day out with friends while browsing antiques, collectibles, and artisan vendors the first Saturday of every month from 10AM–2PM in downtown La Porte!
FREE KID’S ZONE
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Royal Ball
FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE 2024
6PM-9PM | February 16, 2024 Sylvan Beach Pavilion
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MARCH 16 9 AM-1 PM LITTLE CEDAR BAYOU PARK Pet Adoptions | 1-mile Fun Run | Pet Vendors Portraits | Pet Welfare Groups | Raffles Contests and more!
ARE YOU ELECTION REA
ARE YOU ELECTION READY?
Voter registration takes 30 days to become valid, so don't wait! Have you recently moved? Changed your name? Can't remember the last time you voted?
For more election information, visit LaPorteTX.gov/Elections, or contact the City Secretary's Office at For more election information, visit LaPorteTX.gov/Elections or LaPorteTX.gov/Elecciones, CitySecretary@LaPorteTX.gov or 281-470-5021. or contact the City Secretary's Office at CitySecretary@LaPorteTX.gov or 281-470-5021.
ESTAS LISTO PARA LAS ELECCIONES? El registro de votantes tarda 30 días en ser valida, así que no se espere!
Te has mudado recientemente? Cambiaste tu nombre? No recuerdas la última vez que votaste?
Para obtener más información sobre las elecciones visite a LaPorteTX.gov/Elecciones o comuníquese con la Oficina de Secretaria de la Ciudad usando el correo electrónico CitySecretary@LaPorteTX.gov o llame al número 281-470-5021.
Registration open for 4th – 8th Grade from January 1 – February 25, for $50 per player. Player jersey included! Practices & games held at the La Porte Recreation & Fitness Center, 1322 S Broadway. One practice per week with games on Saturdays. Practices begin the week of March 11. Season games run from April 6 – May 19. Volunteer coaches needed! Registration open for K – 7th Grade from January 1 – February 25, for $60 per player. NFL Flag reversible jersey & flag belt included! Practices & games held at Fairmont Park, 3540 Farrington. One practice per week with games on Saturdays. Practices begin the week of March 11. Season games run from April 6 – May 19. Volunteer coaches needed! Team registration only for $250 per team. Maximum 8 teams accepted. Sunday afternoon/evening double-header matches from 3:00PM – 9:00PM at the La Porte Recreation & Fitness Center, 1322 S Broadway. Registration open January 1 – March 3 (or closes when full). Season runs March 17 – May 12, with 15 guaranteed matches including playoffs! When school is out, we’ve got you covered! We have full-day activities for Grades K – 6th on January 2, 3 & 15, February 16 & 19, and April 1. Students will participate in a variety of activities including group games, arts & crafts, and more! Held from 7:30AM – 5:30PM at the Jennie Riley Community Center, 322 N 4th Street. $20 per child (per day) and space is limited to 30 students (per day). Registration ongoing. Open to K – 6th Grade and packed with new friends, games, crafts, a field trip, and more! Camp will be held at the La Porte Parks & Recreation Special Services Center, 1302 S Broadway, from March 11 – 15. Camp hours are 7:30AM – 5:30PM. Registration open January 1 – March 8 (or closes when full). Maximum 50 campers. Camp fee is $60 per camper. Looking for a fun summer job? The City of La Porte Parks & Recreation Department is accepting applications for Summer Camp Counselors, Lifeguards, and Pool Managers! Apply online at LaPorteTX.gov/Jobs beginning February 1.
Registration for all Parks & Recreation programming is available online at LaPorteTX.gov/Register or by visiting the La Porte Recreation & Fitness Center, located at 1322 S. Broadway. Did you know? The La Porte Parks & Recreation Department publishes a program guide three times a year full of information on recreation, fitness, special programs, events, and more! Check it out at LaPorteTX.gov/FunTimes.
LA PORTE PARKS AND RECREATION
FUN TIMES NEWS A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR
RENOVATIONS TO COME The time has come for renovations to begin at the Recreation & Fitness Center. All patrons will enter through the side door found between the Special Programs Center and the Senior Center. The front entrance will no longer be open to the public due to renovations. The hours of operation for the fitness center will remain the same. The pool will be open from 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. through 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and closed on weekends. Pickleball hours in the gym will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. through 2:00 p.m. Senior Programming at the Norman L. Malone Senior Center has moved to the Evelyn Kennedy Civic Center until renovations are complete. The City is striving to make this transition as seamless as possible, although there will surely be hiccups along the way. Thanks to all in advance for understanding and cooperation during the project.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
FALL SPECIAL OLYMPICS Our La Porte Special Olympics organization had a great Fall season filled with fun practices, scrimmages, and competitions. There were many memories made as our athletes and unified partners competed in softball, flag football, volleyball, and bowling. We look forward to all of our Winter and Spring season sports that are coming up in the New Year!
Below is a map of the temporary entrance change and available member parking.
NEW SENIOR CENTER!
EXCITING NEWS!
Coming Spring 2024, the City of La Porte Parks and Recreation Department is expanding Senior Programming to the Brookglen Community Center. Stay tuned for more details and get ready for a vibrant new space for our seniors!
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