CITY HAPPENINGS
We're thrilled to announce the winner of our inaugural "I Voted" sticker contest: Cale Ebersole! Cale, an 11-year-old 5th grader at Rizzuto Elementary, created the winning design He was so excited to participate and is honored to have his design chosen. He loves drawing, baseball, riding his bike, and four-wheeling with his little brother. Fun fact: Another drawing by Cale won a Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo contest this year! If you cast your vote in the City of La Porte, you will get a sticker with his design!
The City of La Porte proudly concluded its first-ever Citizens Election Academy on February 20, 2025. During a special ceremony at La Porte City Hall, Mayor Rick Helton presented certificates to ten dedicated community members who completed the program. The two-week academy, hosted by the City Secretary's Office, offered participants an in-depth look at the Texas election process at the local government level. The program, designed to enhance public understanding of election procedures, covered four key modules: voter registration, polling location setup, election results tabulation, and post-election responsibilities.
One of the program's highlights was a session led by Darwin Flowers of Hart InterCivic, the City's Verity election equipment manufacturer. Flowers provided hands-on training and demonstrated how to set up and break down voting machines at polling locations. Throughout the program, participants expressed their appreciation for the academy and shared how it deepened their understanding of the election process. Many graduates have also committed to volunteering in future city elections.
City Secretary Lee Woodward emphasized the importance of civic education, stating, "Elections are the foundation of our democracy, and understanding the process is key to ensuring transparency and trust. We are thrilled to see our community take such an active interest, and we look forward to continuing this program in the future."
The City of La Porte is pleased to announce that the next Citizens Election Academy will be held in Spring 2026. Registration will open at the end of this year. The city's website will provide more details, including session dates and registration information. For additional election-related information, visit the city's election page or contact the City Secretary's Office at 281-470-5021
The City of La Porte is in search of guest pledgers for the City Council meetings! Are you a student in La Porte ISD? Or a college student from La Porte? If you would like to be a guest pledger, please contact the City Secretary’s Office at CitySecretary@LaPorteTX.gov. Guest pledgers come in all ages – join us at an upcoming meeting! We look forward to hearing from you!
Have you seen La Porte's newest mural? The "Welcome to La Porte, Texas" is a bold and vibrant addition to the heart of our community It is located on the exterior of the Main Street Embroidery Shop at 907 W. Main Street in historic downtown La Porte. The colorful artwork serves as a warm greeting to all who pass through and reflects the spirit and charm of our community
The mural is part of our ongoing commitment to expanding public art throughout La Porte Public art enhances the beauty of shared spaces, fosters civic pride, supports local artists, and creates welcoming, walkable environments. We encourage everyone to stop by, take a photo, and celebrate our growing arts scene.
SITIO PRINCIPAL DE VOTACIÓN
ADELANTADA
LA PORTE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER 604 WEST FAIRMONT PARKWAY
LA PORTE, TX 77571
SITIO SUCURSAL DE VOTACIÓN DELANTAD
LA PORTE ISD ITC BUILDING 9832 SPENCER HIGHWAY
LA PORTE, TX 77571
(7 AM-7 PM)
El Día de Elección, los votantes deberán votar en el precinto donde están inscritos para votar, a menos que el programa de sitios de votación del condado se está utilizando en la elección
districtos consejales 1, 2, 3 y 6
LPISD ITC Building, 9832 Spencer Highway, Room 120/Conf. Room
districtos consejales 4 y 5
City of La Porte City Hall Council Chamber, 604 West Fairmont Parkway
Boletas de muestra y mas informacion se encontraron en LaPorteTX.gov/Elecciones.
Childhood Immunizations
A drive-through immunization clinic will be held from 9 AM-12 PM on April 12 and June 14 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
Child Safety Seat 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: 4/24, 5/29, 6/26 Call 281-470-0054 for an appointment.
CPR Training
The City of La Porte EMS is offering the following CPR courses at EMS headquarters: 5/17– Healthcare Provider $32 6/21- Heartsaver $28 Cash payment is due on the day of the class Classes are held 8:30 AM- 12:00 PM 281-471-9244
Safe Riders
Free child safety seats are provided to families who qualify. Please contact Lt. Meekins at 281-840-0308 or MeekinsS@LaPorteTX.gov for an appointment. Appointments available on: 4/15, 5/13, 6/17
JOIN THE LA PORTE POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR BREAKFAST TACOS WITH A COP!
Fuel up with tasty breakfast tacos and connect with your local police department – let's build a stronger community, one bite at a time!
TUESDAY, APRIL 8 8:30 AM-10:00 AM
The Wooden Spoon 1133 S Broadway, La Porte
For more information, contact Sergeant Ron Digby at 281-842-3123 LaPorteTX.gov/Police
The La Porte Citizens' Police Academy is an excellent way to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community By offering a behind-the-scenes look at police training, policies, and various units, the program fosters greater understanding and transparency. This kind of education empowers citizens to learn about policing in their community. At the same time, it gives police officers valuable insight into the concerns and perspectives of the people they serve.
For more information on the La Porte Citizens Police Academy, contact PAR Officer Ricky Valdez by email at ValdezRS@LaPorteTX.gov.
Get ready to celebrate! The La Porte Municipal Court is joining the Juneteenth Parade fun again this year!
For the 17th year in a row, the La Porte Municipal Court has been awarded the Texas Municipal Courts Education Center’s Municipal Traffic Safety Initiatives Award! This award recognizes municipal courts that made outstanding contributions to their community in an effort to increase traffic safety while decreasing impaired driving, traffic crashes, traffic fatalities, child safety seat offenses, and other traffic related offenses. La Porte Municipal Court will be honored in April at the TMCEC Traffic Safety Conference.
Saturday,May10,2025|9:00AM-1:00pm|2963N23rdSt.
FLOOD HAZARD AWARENESS
he City of La Porte is dedicated to minimizing the loss of life and property that is associated with flooding events and roviding residents with a safe environment to live, work, and play. Make sure you are knowledgeable on how to protect yourself and your property for the next flooding event.
Purchase a flood insurance policy and maintain coverage on your structure Don’t delay – there is a 30-day waiting period before a policy takes effect Basic homeowner’s insurance does not cover damage from floods Flood insurance is not only for homeowners; renters should consider purchasing flood insurance to protect their contents. For more information about flood insurance such as types of policies and coverage limits, contact your insurance provider
Keep trash out of ditches and avoid dumping pollutants in the sewers Stream dumping is a violation of the Chapter 50 ordinance that prohibits dumping or discharging of any pollutant into the storm drainage system Homeowners with overgrown ditches should contact the city for assistance in maintaining their drainage easements Report debris and stream dumping to the Public Works Department by calling 281-471- 9650
Contact the Associate Engineer at 281-470-5060 or email MichelM@LaPorteTX gov for advice before you construct or place anything in the floodplain. The Associate Engineer can provide information on floodplain development regulations; permit application and elevation certificate requirements; Flood Insurance Rate Map zone determinations; site-specific data on floodplain areas, historical flood information (general areas of repetitive loss), and areas of natural floodplain functions The city adopted new flood maps, so be sure to ask about the requirements in your area Citizens can also visit the FEMA website at www fema gov/floodmaps to obtain other flood-related information Any development in the floodplain without a permit is illegal, and such activity should be reported to the Building Department by submitting a completed Request for Investigation of Code Enforcement Violation at LaPorteTX gov/CodeEnforcement Hire only contractors that are registered with the city to ensure the proper regulations are followed. Copies of elevation certificates are located at 604 W. Fairmont Parkway and are available upon request by submitting a Request for Public Information at LaPorteTX gov/PublicRecords
Protect your home Consider some permanent flood protection measures such as marking your fuse or breaker box to show the circuits to the floodable areas Protect your home’s foundation from flooding by making sure your downspouts drain away from your house The City Engineer can provide advice on how to correct drainage issues Visit the City website at LaPorteTX gov/Floodplain for information on grant opportunities to elevate your home and other flood protection assistance, including sources for financial assistance
Designate a place where your family can meet after an evacuation order is issued. Evacuation maps are on the City’s website at www.LPOEM.org. The La Porte Office of Emergency Management developed an Emergency Preparedness Guide to prepare for a variety of weather disasters Register your cell phone number into the City’s AlertLP Emergency Notification System (sign up at LaPorteTX gov/AddMyCell) and follow the City of La Porte on Facebook to see all watches, warnings, and other weather-related information issued by the National Weather Service
Registration for K – 6th Grade opens April 1 at 8 am for La Porte residents and April 8 at 8 am for non-residents. We have 10 weeks of camp running from June 2 – August 8. Camp will be held at the La Porte Parks & Recreation Special Programs Center, 1302 S Broadway. Camp hours are 7 am–6 pm. Camper fee is $70 per week (except Week 5 is $60). Camp activities will include weekly themes, group games, arts & crafts, field trips, swimming, sports, movies and more! *Note: 5-year-olds MUST be completing kindergarten this spring!
Ages 5 – 18. Experienced coaching and track jerseys are provided! Track meets are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings throughout the surrounding area with start times at 5 pm or 6 pm. Morning practices for most runners will be held Monday-Thursday from 8 am to 10:30 am at the Lomax Junior High track. Long-distance runners and/or field-event athletes may have extended practice times. Registration is open April 1 – June 10, for $60 per participant. Practices begin June 2. Track meets begin June 5. The season ends July 24 for most athletes. The regional qualifying meet is scheduled for July 11 – 12, location TBA. TAAF Summer Games (State Meet) will be held July 31 – August 3 in College Station for qualifying athletes.
Group and/or private swim lessons for ages 6 months to adult. Morning and evening sessions are offered with classes running June 2 – August 2. Registration opens April 1. $35/session for group lessons and $65/session for private lessons. Each session consists of four 45-minute classes. Most lessons are held at the Fairmont Pool or the Northwest Pool. Space is limited! Group lessons are held on weekdays only. Private lessons are scheduled individually (after registration) for more flexibility. The schedule for group lessons can be found online at LaPorteTX.gov/Aquatics
Ages 7 – 12. 4-day camp, Monday – Thursday, from 9 am – Noon each day at the La Porte Recreation & Fitness Center gymnasium. Week 1: July 21 – 24; Week 2: July 28 – 31 (Week 2 is a repeat of Week 1). The $45 registration fee includes a camp jersey and experienced coaching! Maximum 40 campers per week. Registration open June 1 – July 27, or closes when full.
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.
Senior Services
SeniorServicesprovidesyear-roundrecreational, fitness,andeducationalopportunitiestoadults 55yearsofageandolderwithamembership. Ourpurposeistoencourageindependenceand communityinvolvementandenhancethequality oflifefortheseniorpopulation. Formoreinformation,call(281)470-9897.
TheNormanL.MaloneSeniorCenterhastemporarilyrelocated totheEvelynKennedyCivicCenter,618SanJacintoStreet. TheBrookglenCommunityCenterSeniorServicesprogramis locatedat3324Somerton.
April 8: Day Trip to the Blue Bell Creameries
April 11: Loteria at Brookglen
April 23: Brookglen Lunch Bunch
May 5: Cinco De Mayo Celebratrions
May 12: Muffins with Mom
June 6: Luau Party
June 16: Donuts with Dad
PSpecialrograms
TheSpecialProgramsCenterislocatedat1302S.Broadway. Formoreinformation,call(281)470-1579.
April 12: Special Olympics Tennis Tournament
April 26: Special Olympics Spring Games
May 15: La Porte Special Olympics Banquet
SPORT Summer Camps
June 16-20: Camp Believe (Grades K-6)
June 23-27: Camp Wave
(Teens & adults with a mental or physical impairment.)
July 21-25: Camp Believe (K-6)
July 28-August 1: Camp Wave
(Teens & adults with a mental or physical impairment.)
This is a year-round program offering day camps in the summer and afterschool/work programs throughout the year. We also offer an adult day program for independently functioning adults. The main objective of the S.P.O.R.T. (Special Populations Organized Recreation Therapy) program is to provide recreational activities, enhance fine and gross motor skills, and create lasting friendships in a safe and structured environment for those with developmental or physical disabilities.
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APRIL 5
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APRIL 12 FEST
APRIL 26
MAY 2
10:00AM-2:00PM
MAY 3
6:00PM-9:00PM
JUNE 7
9:00AM-1:00PM
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JUNE 8 SYLVANBEACHTRI/DU OlympicDistanceTriathlon (theHoustonarea’sONLYOlympic event!),SprintTriathlon&Duathlon
3:00PM-4:00PM FIVEPOINTSPLAZA Paradeandfreefestival featuring livemusic,kid'szone, vendors, foodtrucks,&more! celebration
Open May 24 through August 10.
Monday - Sunday 12 PM - 7 PM
Scheduled closures May 27 & 28.
LITTLE CEDAR BAYOU WAVE POOL
Open May 24 | Starting Aug 10, open weekends only until Sep 1. Scheduled closures May 27 & 28.
600 Little Cedar Bayou Dr.