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We are a local, family and majority woman owned business. Our distinguished safety record stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. At the heart of our operation lies a paramount dedication to prioritizing customer service above all. Coastal is actively engaged in the community and derive immense satisfaction from our role within it. We are enthusiastic about the ongoing local development and look forward to the opportunity to grow alongside our esteemed industry partners.

The city is governed by a council-manager form of government where the City Council sets city policy, and the City Manager is responsible for city operations. The council consists of a mayor and six council members. All council members are elected for one three-year term, up to three consecutive terms.

Elected officials are under a mixed system of single-member districts and at-large seats.

At-large candidates may reside in any area of the city and are elected to represent the whole city. All voters can vote for candidates running for an at-large seat.

A single-member district is a geographically defined voter district represented by a single elected official. Only registered voters that live within the specified district's boundaries can vote for candidates who run for a seat in the district. Candidates must live in the single-member district in which they run.

Day meetings take place on their scheduled dates at 9:30 a.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. The chambers are located on the fifth floor of Port Arthur City Hall, which is located at 444 4th Street.

The Groves City Council is composed of a mayor and four council members elected at-large. Other than the mayor, not more than one council mem ber can be a resident of the same ward. City Council Meetings are open to the public and ar e held in the City Council Chambers at the Groves Municipal Building, 3947 Lincoln Avenue. Mee tings are held on alternate Mondays at 5:00 p.m.

Duties of the Council include appointing a city man ager, setting the tax rate, approving the budget, planning for capital improvements, adopting all City ordinances, selecting citizens to serve on boards and commissions, appointing the city atto rney, city clerk, and municipal court judge, and approving major land transactions, purchases, a nd contracts.

The mayor, who serves as one member of the Council, acts as the official head of the city government, however, the mayor does not serve in th is capacity full time.

Port Neches operates under the Council-Manager form of government. Under this system, the City Council appoints the City Manager who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the government.

The City Manager is responsible for the daily administration of the City, implementation of policies established by the City Council, preparation and administration of the annual budget, and development of long-range goals and objectives.

Port Neches is located in Southeast Texas alongside the scenic Neches River.

Our bedroom community is the home of over 13,000 residents where we enjoy a small-town atmosphere, close enough to the big cities to experience the advantages they can offer, without the hustle and bustle of big city living.

Elizabeth Cravens, President/CEO

“Our mission is clear: to deliver quality, cost-effective, on-time service that exceeds client satisfaction.”

A woman-owned business with a legacy spanning 20 years, we proudly employ over 150 full-time professionals. Our team boasts more than 60 years of combined experience in the construction industry.

As a trusted leader in construction services, we are committed to delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and timely solutions tailored to meet our clients’ needs. Our reputation is built on our ability to consistently exceed expectations.

Safety is at the core of our work ethic and is evident in our exceptional safety record throughout the Southeast Texas region and beyond. We prioritize the well-being of our employees and clients, ensuring that every project adheres to the highest safety standards.

Sabine Pilots are serving the shipping industry and the public ports of Beaumont, Port Arthur and Orange as well as the private oil terminals and the industrial complex of Southeast Texas. The Sabine Neches Waterway is the economic lifeline and the gateway to world commerce. It is the duty of the Sabine Pilots to maintain the safety and the environmental integrity of the waterway. We have done so since 1881 and pledge to continue. (409) 722-3126 • Fax (409) 962-4955 2605 Jimmy Johnson Blvd., Port Arthur, TX 77640 www.sabinepilots.com