CITY HAPPENINGS
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Meeting agendas and minutes for all boards, committees, and City Council can be found at LaPorteTX.gov/Agendas
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CITY HOLIDAYS
City offices will be closed Thursday, July 4, and Monday, September 2.
Garbage pick up scheduled for these days will resume on your next scheduled day
HR Professionals Day is celebrated annually, since 1959, to recognize the important role of Human Resources management in organizations. This day aims to raise awareness about the many roles of HR Professionals.
The City of La Porte’s HR Division includes four full-time employees - an HR Manager, Senior HR Generalist, HR Generalist, and HR Specialist. Together, they serve 410 full-time employees and approximately 150 part-time employees, including seasonal staff. As a team, they are responsible for Recruitment, Retention, Onboarding, Compensation, Training and Development, Risk Management, Benefits Administration, Employee Engagement, Policies and Procedures, and much more!
Human Resources is without a doubt the most fundamental role to an organization’s success. Constant changes in federal laws as well as society in general require HR professionals to navigate and adapt to current expectations On September 26th, let’s take some time to recognize and acknowledge those that work in HR! Thank them for countless hours of invaluable work.
With the start of another hurricane season, gathering and safe keeping your important documents in one location will be essential for a smooth and speedy recovery, should we experience an emergency event.
Take some time now to gather records that might be vital to you, such as:
RECORDS THAT IDENTIFY WHO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE (driver’s license/ID card, social security card, passport, birth certificate)
DOCUMENTS THAT RECORD FAMILY
HISTORY, THAT MIGHT ALSO HELP IDENTIFY YOU AND YOUR FAMILY (marriage license, divorce decree, death certificates, voter registration cards)
COVERAGE FOR YOUR DWELLING (insurance certificates [homeowners, windstorm, flood, or renter’s], deeds with surveys, rental or lease agreements)
COVERAGE FOR YOUR CAR(S) (car title, insurance certificates/cards)
MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION (medical cards med/dental/vision, list of medications, vaccination records, contact information for medical/dental/vision doctors, contact information for the pharmacy that you regularly use)
PET DOCUMENTATION (adoption papers, vaccination records, registration records, list of medications, contact information for your veterinarian)
OTHER RECORDS THAT MIGHT BE HELPFUL (contact information for family and friends, contact information for hotel/vacation rental where you might evacuate to, extra cash, and checkbook)
You can place these documents in a waterproof pouch, like the ones donated to the City by the General Land Office or ones that you can purchase on Amazon for $15 to $30. It only takes a few minutes to gather your vital records, place them in a waterproof pouch, and keep it in a place where you can quickly and easily grab it if you have to evacuate or get to the information in a hurry.
NO BETTER TIME THAN NOW TO BE READY, LA PORTE!
This summer, the Court’s juvenile R.O.C.K. program will have two weeklong sessions by Dr. Windell Gill A licensed therapist and teen behavioral specialist, Dr. Gill explores emotional intelligence, trauma, consequences, and life and career choices. The Municipal Court will also participate in the Twilight Cemetery Clean up.
You can catch the Court out and about celebrating Juneteenth with the community, at the Back to School Bash, and at the Health and Safety Fair distributing goodies and traffic safety materials.
The City of La Porte completed an asphalt alley project in the Historic Main Street District, funded by La Porte Development Corporation; revitalizing historic downtown, enhancing accessibility, & improving infrastructure to stimulate economic growth.
LAW ENFORCEMENT LEADERSHIP CHIEF SCOTT PULLIG
In the last couple of years, Chie Scott Pullig has been hard at work to complete and graduate from the Leadership Command College (LCC) of the Bill Blackwood Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas (LEMIT) The Leadership Command College is nationally recognized as a premier law enforcement management program and is a nine-week commitment completed over a two-year period It consists of three modules of three weeks each, held at Texas A & M University, Sam Houston State University, and Texas Woman’s University
Deputy City Secretary Maria Lawler visited with Chief Pullig about his experience What was a big takeaway from the LLC?
“More than anything, it’s the connections you make throughout the program Networking with other agencies and learning how they work is insightful and helpful on how agencies may improve procedures, and the connections and contacts are a big resource for law enforcement. This is another milestone achievement for Chief Pullig, who also holds a Master Peace Officer Certification and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice Leadership and Management. Chief Pullig has been with the City of La Porte for 25 years and leads a department accredited by the Texas Police Chiefs Association’s Law Enforcement Accreditation Program Before being named the new City of La served as an Assistant Police Chief, Officer, Detective, d worked in the Investigations and Support Services
lishments and congratulates him on completing LLC!
30 YEARS IN MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT
GAY COLLINS
Gay Collins has been with the City of La Porte for an incredible thirty years. Originally from Louisiana, she arrived here in spring 1994 and began working for the City a month later Her journey began as an administrative secretary before she moved into EMS billing One thing led to another, which eventually saw the beginning of her career as an accountant in 2010 Fun fact, La Porte is lucky enough to be the first (and hopefully the last!) governmental body for which she has worked.
Gay has had the opportunity to work with five mayors, six city managers, and three finance directors She has been around to see how much the City has grown in all aspects but especially regarding its budget She stated that when she began working with the City, the general fund budget was $17.4 million and now it is at an estimated $79.5 million. It is safe to say that she has had the opportunity to really see it all
Gay’s hard work and service have not gone unnoticed or unappreciated Assistant Finance Director Shelley Wolny said of the occasion, “I’m happy to celebrate Gay’s thirty years of loyal service to the City of La Porte. Her dedication and commitment to furthering her education and career have greatly contributed to the success of the Finance Department I have worked with her for 24 and a half years, and I’m thankful to have her as a coworker and friend”
Employeeofthe1stQuarterof2024
LindseyCampuzano
TheCityofLaPorteisproudtointroducetheEmployeeofthe1st Quarterof2024,LindseyCampuzano.LindseyisaSeniorHR GeneralistintheHumanResourcesDepartmentandhasbeena memberoftheLaPorteteamsince2004.
Overthepastquarterandbeyond,Lindseyhasexceededthose normal“otherdutiesasassigned”AstheHRteamhasworked throughsomevacanciesoverthepastfewmonths,Lindseyhas repeatedlysteppeduptoensureourcustomerscontinuedto receivethehighlevelofservicetheydeserve.Whenadministrative taskslikeprocessingvendorpaymentsneededtobedone,she steppedup WhencustomersinPublicWorks,CityHall,andtheGolf Course(notLindsey’susualdepartments)neededsupport,Lindsey steppedup WhenpositionswerefilledontheHRteamandthose newemployeesneededtraining,Lindseysteppedup.Shehasbeen andcontinuestobeagreatexampleofsomeonewillingtoRISEto theoccasionandliveoutourcorevalues.
Lindsey,thankyouforthegreatserviceyouprovideyear-roundand thewayyouhaverisentotheoccasioninthisfirstquarter Congratulationsonthiswell-deservedrecognition!
KidFriendlyFoodDrive
LaPorteEMSishostingakid-friendlyfooddrive benefittingBridgeOverTroubledWatersand BreadofLifeFoodPantry.Donationscanbe droppedoffatLaPorteEMSHeadquarters,Fire Stations1&2,LaPortePoliceDepartment,orCity Hall.DropoffdonationsonorbeforeJuly6th.
ChildSafetySeatInspections
Freecarseatchecksareprovidedbyacertified technician.Carseatchecksareavailableby appointmentonlyonthefollowingdatesatEMS Headquarters,10428SpencerHighway: 7/11,7/25,8/8,8/22,9/5,9/19
Call281-470-0054foranappointment.
CPRTraining
TheCityofLaPorteEMSisofferingthefollowing CPRcoursesatEMSheadquarters: 7/20–Heartsaver$28 8/17–HealthcareProvider$32 9/21–Heartsaver$28
Cashpaymentisdueonthedayoftheclass. Classesareheld8:30AM-12:00PM.281-471-9244.
Freechildsafetyseatsareprovidedtofamilieswho qualify.PleasecontactLt.Meekinsat281-840-0308 orMeekinsS@LaPorteTX.govforanappointment. SafeRiders
Notebook Paper
Summer Youth Basketball Camps
Fall Girls’ Youth Volleyball League
Adult Coed 6v6 Fall Volleyball League
CITY UNIVERSITY
Ages 7 – 12. 4-day camp, Monday – Thursday, from 9:00 am–12:00 pm each day at the La Porte Recreation & Fitness Center gymnasium. Week 1: July 22 – 25; Week 2: July 29 –August 1 (Week 2 is a repeat of Week 1). The $40 registration fee includes a camp jersey and experienced coaching! Maximum 40 campers per week. Registration is open June 1 – July 28 or closes when full.
Registration will be open for 4th – 8th grade girls from July 1 –August 26, for $50 per player. Player jersey included! Practices & games held at the La Porte Recreation & Fitness Center. One practice per week with games on Saturdays and possibly Sundays. Practices begin the week of September 9. Season games run September 28 – November 10. Volunteer coaches needed!
Team registration only for $275 per team. Maximum 8 teams accepted. Sunday afternoon/evening double-header matches from 3:00pm – 9:00pm at the La Porte Recreation & Fitness Center. Registration open July 1 – September 1, or closes when full. Season runs September 15 – November 3, with 15 guaranteed matches (includes playoffs)!
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! For adults only, ages 18 & up. Classes will meet every Thursday from 6pm –8pm at a different location each week. Semester runs from September 5 – November 7, with a brief graduation ceremony at the November 11th City Council Meeting. FREE Registration open from July 1 – August 26, closes when full. Maximum of 15 adult students accepted.
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.
When school is out, we’ve got you covered! We have full-day activities for Grades K – 6th on Tuesday, September 3. 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 and space is limited to 30 students. Registration opens August 1. Students should bring a sack lunch, two snacks, and a refillable water bottle for the day.
Open to K – 6th Grade and held every 2nd Friday of the month beginning September 13. Filled with fun games, arts & crafts, pizza, a movie, and more! Held at the Special Programs Center, 1302 S Broadway, from 5:00pm – 10:00pm. Only $15 per child. Registration opens August 1. Maximum 30 participants.
Registration open September 1 – November 3, for K – 8th Grade (coed). Tryout & coaches’ draft process for 2nd Grade and up will be used to form those teams. Tryouts & coaches’ draft will be held during the week of November 11 – 15. Tryout schedule will be emailed to all participants and posted online at LaPorteTX.gov/YouthBasketball. Hard registration deadline of Sunday, November 3, with NO LATE REGISTRATION. $65/player includes reversible game jersey. Practices begin the week of December 2. Preseason game December 14/15. Season games run January 11 – February 23, with games on Saturdays & Sundays. Volunteer coaches needed!
t City Pools
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esdays, we will feature our Pop-Up Park event where we "Pop parks and throw a special event with music, games, snacks, and he first Pop-Up Park will be held at Pfeiffer Park, on July 16 at e second will be at Northwest Park on July 30 at 9 AM.
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ad is like the cousin of Double Dip Days, meaning we'll be psicles at the four different splash pads around the All Pops at the Pad events will start at 11 AM. July 9 at the sh Pad and July 23 at the Dr. MLK Jr. Splash Pad. at the Park free movie night at the Fairmont Park Basketball Court as we ng of Space Jam starting at 8 PM!
