The City of La Porte is hosting a Town Hall about our Animal Services, led by our Animal Control Supervisor, Clarence Anderson. This free information session will discuss the number of animals allowed in each residence, what types of animals are allowed in City limits, and the many services our Animal Adoption Center and Shelter provides.
WEDNESDAY JULY 19 5:00
PM CITY HALL 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 July 5 | August 1 | September 5 Assistant City Manager, Matt Daeumer, 9AM-10AM July 18 | August 15 (10AM-11AM) | September 19
PM-7:00
CITY HAPPENINGS UPCOMING MEETINGS ANIMAL SERVICES TOWNHALL TOWN HALL MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEM The City of La Porte maintains a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System to transport stormwater. 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 06 CityCouncilMeeting JULY 10 LocalEmergencyPlanning CommitteeMeeting 20 Planning&Zoning CommissionMeeting 24 CityCouncilMeeting 27 ZoningBoardof AdjustmentMeeting 10 AUGUST CityCouncilMeeting 14 LocalEmergencyPlanning CommitteeMeeting 17 Planning&Zoning CommissionMeeting 24 CityCouncilMeeting 28 ZoningBoardof AdjustmentMeeting Meeting agendas and minutes for all boards, committees, and City Council can be found at LaPorteTX.gov/Agendas REGISTER TO ATTEND AT ANIMALSERVICES. EVENTBRITE.COM OR TO ACCESS THE ZOOM LINK! FREE EVENT! JULY 24-26 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM $75PERSTUDENT BAY FOREST GOLF COURSE AGES6-12 ENTRY FORM LOCATED AT BAYFORESTGOLF.COM STAY CONNECTED! Therearemanywaystostayconnected toyourlocalgovernment Visit LaPorteTX.gov/Connect foralistingofnotificationoptions,social mediasites,newsletters,andmore! 11 CityCouncilMeeting SEPTEMBER 14 LocalEmergencyPlanning CommitteeMeeting 21 Planning&Zoning CommissionMeeting 25 CityCouncilMeeting 28 ZoningBoardof AdjustmentMeeting
LA PORTE MUNICIPAL COURT
This July and August, the Court’s juvenile ROCK Program will once again collaborate with Dr Windell Gill on two “Life Summer Seminars” Dr Gill drew upon his educational background working with troubled teens on how to manage emotions and make better life decisions Each weeklong seminar will focus on making career choices, dealing with power plays, living with confidence and following a clear path forward
For the 15th year in a row, La Porte Municipal Court has been awarded the Municipal Traffic Safety Initiatives Award!
This award recognizes municipal courts that made outstanding contributions to their community in an effort to prevent impaired driving and increase traffic safety. La Porte is the ONLY medium volume court in the state to receive this award for 15 consecutive years! La Porte Municipal Court staff takes great pride in maintaining a strong connection with the community. The Municipal Court feels it is both a privilege and an obligation to educate the youth, employees, and citizens of La Porte on traffic safety. Mayor Louis Rigby joined Court Specialist Billye McGill at the formal award ceremony in Austin.
Community Engagement
In September, the Court staff will be participating in the citywide Health and Safety Fair This well-attended event gives staff an opportunity to speak with citizens about all things related to court, traffic safety, and drunk/impaired/distracted driving We look forward to sharing our literature and giveaways!
R.O.C.K. Program
The City of La Porte began the process of updating its Comprehensive Plan in April 2022. The Comprehensive Plan is a document that envisions what the City will look like in the next 10 to 20 years and makes recommendations related to land use, transportation, housing, and economic development.
Multiple engagement opportunities are being offered to the community throughout the planning process, including a survey, an interactive map activity, an open house community meeting, and Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC) meetings. As we approach the end of the update process and finalize the plan document, we are seeking additional input from the community about the draft plan. Citizens can provide feedback on the draft plan and recommendations by taking an online survey that will be open from August 1st to August 15th, 2023. The City of La Porte is also hosting a second Community Open House on August 3, 2023, to present the DRAFT Comprehensive Plan document and gather feedback from the community.
To learn more about the project and how to participate in the upcoming events, visit the project website at laporte2040.com. For more information, contact: Teresa Evans, Director of Planning and Development, EvansT@LaPorteTX.gov.
KNOW YOUR FEES
The follo g ees o es de t a p ojects:
Building Permits for projects less than 250 sq/ft (fence, patio, etc.): $10.00
Building Permits for projects greater than 250 sq/ft (new house, barn, etc): $2500 + $039/ sq/ft.
Trade Permits (Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing): $10.00
Re-Inspection Fee (charged when an inspection fails): $10.00
Additional Fees for New Houses:
Parkland Zone Fee: $80800 (used to enhance the park systems)
Water Tap Fee: $388.00 – $2400.00 (depending on size of tap/meter requested)
Sewer Tap Fee: $29000 (4” only, for residential properties)
Residential Sewer Connection Fee: $10.00 (to connect)
Driveway Tie-In Fee: $10000 (for Public Works to install the driveway tie-in)
Typically, contractors will include these fees in their quotes. When reviewing quotes please ensure you are not being overcharged for the fees.
For questions or concerns,
Permits and
Office: 281-470-5073 | Permits@laportetxgov | 604 W Fairmont Pkwy, La Porte, TX 77571
please contact the
Inspections
UPCOMING EVENTS August 3rd Community Open House August 1st -15th Online Survey PLANNING
THE FUTURE
FOR
DISASTERPREPAREDNESS FOROLDERAMERICANSAND PEOPLEWITHDISABILITIES
Planhowyouwillcommunicateif youhaveacommunicationneed
Planforfood,water,andessentialsfor youandyourpetsorserviceanimals
Planyourtransportationifyou needhelpevacuating
Includemedicines,medicalsupplies, batteries,andchargers
MakecopiesofMedicaid,Medicare, andotherinsurancecards
This year, National Preparedness Month will focus on preparing older adults for disasters. According to the American Red Cross, there are several factors that make older adults more vulnerable after disasters, including, but not limited to:
a greater likelihood of suffering from chronic conditions and the need for associated medications; a greater reliance on assistive devices such as walkers or glasses, as well as support from caregivers and others; and an increased likelihood of social isolation.
The City of La Porte, La Porte ISD, Morgan’s Point, and Shoreacres LEPC will host the annual La Porte Health & Safety Fair at La Porte High School, 301 E Fairmont Parkway, La Porte This year’s event will take place on Saturday, September 23, from 10 AM to 1 PM.
The Health and Safety Fair will have fun activities and provide educational information for all ages. The first 500 children in attendance will receive free Safety Fair T-shirts, and many door prizes will be given away throughout the event.
Over 100 exhibits promoting health and safety information will be available, including free health screenings, free child immunizations, free child ID kits, an inflatable obstacle course, a Bike Safety Exhibit with a children’s bike raffle, and much more
Local community partners and industry will provide exciting and educational demonstrations throughout the event
Outside displays will include La Porte Police vehicles, La Porte EMS vehicles, La Porte Public Works trucks, La Porte Fire Department engines and ladder trucks, and other emergency response vehicles and equipment
SafeRiders
Freechildsafetyseatsareprovidedto familieswhoqualify PleasecontactLt
Masonat281-470-0073or
MasonC@LaPorteTX.govforan appointment.
CPRTraining
TheCityofLaPorteEMSisoffering thefollowingCPRcoursesatEMSheadquarters: 07/15–Heartsaver$28
08/19–HealthcareProvider$32
09/16–Heartsaver$28
Cashpaymentisdueonthedayoftheclass. Classesareheld8:30AM-12:00PM. Call281-471-9244toreserveyourspot.
ChildhoodImmunizations
Drive-throughimmunizationclinicsarecurrentlyheld from9AM-12PMonthe2ndSaturdayofeachmonthat theCityofLaPorteEMSHeadquarters
Anadditionalclinicwillbeheldon09/01atBakerJr HighTechnologyBuilding
Vaccinesareavailableforchildren18yearsofageand younger;nofeeandnoappointmentrequired.
CarSeatSafetyInspections
Freecarseatchecksareprovidedbyacertified technician.Carseatchecksareavailableby appointmentonlyonthefollowingdatesatEMS Headquarters,10428SpencerHighway: 07/13,07/27,08/10,08/24,09/07,09/21
Call281-471-9244foranappointment
$1 NEIGHBORHOOD POOLS Monday - Sunday 12:00PM - 7:00PM 504 East G Street SAN JACINTO POOL NORTHWEST POOL 10210 North P Street 10216 Hillridge Road FAIRMONT POOL $1 FREE Open May 27 through August 13 $5 $3 LITTLE CEDAR BAYOU WAVE POOL Monday - Thursday 11:00AM - 7:00PM Friday - Sunday 11:00AM - 6:00PM Non-Residents $1 FREE Under 2
Senior Citizens Residents Open
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May 27 Starting Aug 14, open
only until Sep 04
UPCOMING EVENTS
street trade days
Main Street Trade Days takes place the first Saturday of every month from 10 AM – 2 PM in downtown La Porte! Enjoy a day out with friends while browsing antiques, collectibles, re-purposed furniture, artisan vendors, and growers! Also, enjoy the many eclectic shops and eateries along Main Street!
first fridays at Five Points
Join us the First Friday of every month at Five Points for a small-town Friday night event These events feature live music, specials down Main Street, food, drinks, and more! Frist Fridays are held AprilOctober from 6-9 PM!
4th of july
Celebrate Independence Day in La Porte!
Start your day with the parade at 10 AM down Broadway and end it with Fireworks at Sylvan Beach at 9:15 PM.
movies in the park
In celebration of National Parks and Recreation Month, our Parks and Rec Department is hosting 2 free movie nights! Jaws is showing at the Wave Pool at 8 PM and The Sandlot is showing at Deotis Gay Field on July 14th at 8 PM.
city university
City U is a great opportunity to learn more about the inner workings of your City! Visit 10 City of La Porte departments with informative presentations and light dinners included! Classes are open to adults 18 and up. For dates and registration information visit LaPorteTX.gov/Register.
Looking for more information? Email us at Events@LaPorteTX.gov!
K – 8th Grade (coed)
Registration open
October 1 – November 6
Tryouts will be held the week of November 13 – 17
$60 per player, jersey included!
Practices begin the week of November 27
Season games run
January 6 – February 25
Volunteer coaches needed!
Ages 7 – 12
Week 1: July 24 – 27 Week 2: July 31 – August 3 (Week 2 is a repeat of Week 1)
Monday – Thursday 9:00 AM – Noon
$35 registration fee includes camp jersey and experienced coaching!
Registration open June 1 – July 27
4th – 8th grade girls
One practice per week with games on Saturdays
Season games run
September 30–November 11
Practices begin the week of September 11
$50 per player Player jersey included!
Registration open July 1 – August 31
Volunteer coaches needed!
Open to K – 6th Grade
Team registration only for $250 per team
Sunday afternoon/evening double-header matches from 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Registration open July 1 – August 31 (or closes when full). Season runs September 17 –November 5, with 14 guaranteed matches plus playoffs!
Held the 2nd Friday of the month starting September 8 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Filled with fun themes, games, pizza, and more!
Only $15 per child
Registration ongoing!
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.
eation Department publishes a program n recreation, fitness, special programs, events, and more! Pick one up in person at the Recreation & Fitness Center or view the online version at LaPorteTX.gov/FunTimes.
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