City Council Regular Meeting

Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING December 08, 2025 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, December 08, 2025 at 6:30 PM City Council Chambers | 202 N. Virginia Street, Port Lavaca TX 77979 MINUTES STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF CALHOUN § CITY OF PORT LAVACA § On this the 8th day of December 2025, the City Council of the City of Port Lavaca, Texas, convened in a regular session at 6:30 p.m. at the regular meeting place in Council Chambers at City Hall, 202 North Virginia Street, Port Lavaca, Texas, with the following members in attendance: I. ROLL CALL Jack Whitlow Mayor Daniel Aguirre Councilman, District 1 Tim Dent Councilman, District 2 Vacant Seat Council Member, District 3 Rosie G. Padron Councilwoman, District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Rose Bland-Stewart Councilwoman, District 5 Justin Burke Councilman, District 6 And with the following absent: None Constituting a quorum for the transaction of business, at which time the following business was transacted: II. CALL TO ORDER • Mayor Whitlow called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m. and presided. III. INVOCATION • Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart gave the invocation. IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • Mayor Whitlow – Pledge of Allegiance. V. PRESENTATION(S) BY THE MAYOR Page 1 of 8  Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING December 08, 2025 VI. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - Limited to 3 minutes per individual unless permission to speak longer is received in advance. You may make public comments as you would at a meeting on Zoom by logging on with your computer and/or smart phone as described in the zoom invitation below or on Facebook Live through the comment section, which will be monitored and answered. As appropriate. • Mayor asked for comments from the public and the following citizen(s) spoke: o Felicia Harral, 114 W. Harbor, Storm Drain and Dog Park VII. CONSENT AGENDA - Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary A. Minutes of November 10, 2025 Regular Meeting B. Minutes of November 17, 2025 Workshop Session C. Review of Credit Card Statement D. Receive Monthly Financial Highlight Report E. Receive Employee Training Review Acknowledgment report ending 11.30.2025 F. Receive Office of Court Administrators (OCA) Monthly report ending 11.30.2025 G. Receive Victoria Economic Development Corporation (VEDC) Monthly Report Motion made by Councilman District 6 Burke NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, in accordance with recommendation of staff, Council hereby approves all consent agenda items as listed. Seconded by Councilman District 1 Aguirre Voting Yea: Councilman District 1 Aguirre, Councilman District 2 Dent, Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron, Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart, Councilman District 6 Burke VIII. ACTION ITEMS - (Council will consider/discuss the following items and take any action deemed necessary) 1. Consider approval of Interlocal Agreement with Calhoun County regarding the County’s participating in Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Number One, City of Port Lavaca, Texas. Presenter is Jody Weaver Motion made by Councilman District 2 Dent NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: Page 2 of 8 Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING December 08, 2025 THAT, Council hereby approves Interlocal Agreement with Calhoun County regarding the County’s participating in Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Number One, City of Port Lavaca, Texas. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute all instruments necessary to affect such agreement. Seconded by Councilman District 6 Burke Voting Yea: Councilman District 1 Aguirre, Councilman District 2 Dent, Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron, Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart, Councilman District 6 Burke 2. Consider approval of Interlocal Agreement with Calhoun Port Authority regarding the Port’s participating in Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Number One, City of Port Lavaca, Texas. Presenter is Jody Weaver Motion made by Councilman District 2 Dent NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, Council hereby approves Interlocal Agreement with Calhoun Port Authority regarding the Port’s participating in Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Number One, City of Port Lavaca, Texas, contingent on approval by the Port Authority. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute all instruments necessary to affect such agreement. Seconded by Councilman District 1 Aguirre Voting Yea: Councilman District 1 Aguirre, Councilman District 2 Dent, Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron, Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart, Councilman District 6 Burke 3. Consider approval of renewal of the Interlocal Agreement with Calhoun County regarding the Combined Dispatch Services. Presenter is Jody Weaver Motion made by Councilman District 1 Aguirre NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, Council hereby approves renewal of the Interlocal Agreement with Calhoun County regarding the Combined Dispatch Services. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute all instruments necessary to affect such agreement. Page 3 of 8 Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING December 08, 2025 Seconded by Councilman District 6 Burke Voting Yea: Councilman District 1 Aguirre, Councilman District 2 Dent, Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron, Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart, Councilman District 6 Burke 4. Consider proposed changes to the City of Port Lavaca HR and Workplace Policies. Presenter is Brittney Hogan Finance Director Hogan was absent. (Interim City Manager Weaver presented item). Motion made by Councilman District 6 Burke NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, Council hereby approves proposed changes to the City of Port Lavaca HR and Workplace Policies. Seconded by Councilman District Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart Voting Yea: Councilman District 1 Aguirre, Councilman District 2 Dent, Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron, Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart, Councilman District 6 Burke 5. Consider recommendation of the Planning Board for a Variance to Ordinance Chapter 26 - Manufactured Housing and Recreational Vehicles, Sec. 26-3(c) Existing Manufactured Housing, Replacement Option; for a manufactured home to be placed on a residential lot that is not in a manufactured home park. The property is described as Port Lavaca Original Townsite, Block 35, Lot 1 (617 S. Ann St.) Presenter is Derrick Smith Development Services Director Smith was absent. (Interim City Manager Weaver presented item). Interim City Manager Weaver and Code Enforcement Officer Bradley Shaffer advised Council that Jose Escobedo is requesting a variance to place a 1999 manufactured home on 617 S Ann Street. The Manufactured home does not comply with the no older than ten years from the date of replacement clause of Chapter 26.3(C) of the Manufactured housing ordinance; however, Mr. Escobedo was issued a city permit and has had the manufactured house moved, installed and tied down on the property. Since it is over ten years old, staff recommends denying the variance. Planning Board Chairman Justin Weaver was in attendance and advised Council that the Board recognized the effort the owner has applied towards compliance, that all applicable permits have been secured and the manufactured home has been rehabilitated in accordance with required standards and is being properly maintained. He said the Planning Board recommends approval. Motion made by Councilman District 1 Aguirre Page 4 of 8 Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING December 08, 2025 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, Council hereby approves recommendation of the Planning Board for a Variance to Ordinance Chapter 26 - Manufactured Housing and Recreational Vehicles, Sec. 26-3(c) Existing Manufactured Housing, Replacement Option; for a manufactured home to be placed on a residential lot that is not in a manufactured home park. The property is described as Port Lavaca Original Townsite, Block 35, Lot 1 (617 S. Ann Street). Seconded by Councilman District 6 Burke Voting Yea: Councilman District 1 Aguirre, Councilman District 2 Dent, Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron, Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart, Councilman District 6 Burke 6. Consider Second and Final reading of an Ordinance (G-17-25) of the City of Port Lavaca; amending Code of Ordinances, Chapter 36, Signs, Sec. 36-7 Temporary Signs; providing for purpose of ordinance; providing for severability; providing a repealing clause; and providing an effective date. Presenter is Derrick Smith Development Services Director Smith was absent. (Interim City Manager Weaver presented item). Motion made by Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, in accordance with the recommendation of staff, Council hereby approves Second and Final reading of an Ordinance (G-17-25) of the City of Port Lavaca; amending Code of Ordinances, Chapter 36, Signs, Sec. 36-7 Temporary Signs. Seconded by Councilman District 2 Dent Voting Yea: Councilman District 1 Aguirre, Councilman District 2 Dent, Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron, Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart Voting Nay: Councilman District 6 Burke 7. Consider Second and Final reading of an Ordinance (G-18-25) of the City of Port Lavaca; amending Code of Ordinances, Chapter 20, Environmental and Health, Article XII – Litter; Sec. 20-512, Littering, Dumping Prohibited; providing for purpose of ordinance; providing for severability; providing a repealing clause; and providing an effective date. Presenter is Derrick Smith Page 5 of 8 Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING December 08, 2025 Development Services Director Smith was absent. (Interim City Manager Weaver presented item). Motion made by Councilman District 1 Aguirre NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, in accordance with the recommendation of staff, Council hereby approves Second and Final reading of an Ordinance (G-18-25) of the City of Port Lavaca; amending Code of Ordinances, Chapter 20, Environmental and Health, Article XII – Litter; Sec. 20-512, Littering, Dumping Prohibited; providing for purpose of ordinance; providing for severability; providing a repealing clause; and providing an effective date. Seconded by Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron Voting Yea: Councilman District 1 Aguirre, Councilman District 2 Dent, Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron, Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart, Councilman District 6 Burke 8. Consider Second and Final reading of an Ordinance (G-19-25) of the City of Port Lavaca; amending Code of Ordinances, Appendix A, Fees, Rates and Charges; Chapter 32 Parks and Recreation, Sec 32-71(e) Lighthouse Beach and RV Park; Chapter 54, Waterways; providing for purpose of ordinance; providing for severability; providing a repealing clause; and providing an effective date. Presenter is Jody Weaver Motion made by Councilman District 6 Burke NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, in accordance with the recommendation of staff, Council hereby approves Second and Final reading of an Ordinance (G-19-25) of the City of Port Lavaca; amending Code of Ordinances, Appendix A, Fees, Rates and Charges; Chapter 32 Parks and Recreation, Sec 32-71(e) Lighthouse Beach and RV Park; Chapter 54, Waterways; contingent on removing language in Exhibit “A” under Sec. 32- 73(b), amendment index, stating as follows: Note - The dump station is only for RV Black Water waste disposal. No drums or other types of containers permitted. Seconded by Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart Voting Yea: Councilman District 1 Aguirre, Councilman District 2 Dent, Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron, Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart, Councilman District 6 Burke Page 6 of 8 Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING December 08, 2025 9. Consider Second and Final reading of an Ordinance (S-7-25) of the City of Port Lavaca for amendment(s) to the Base Ordinance S-4-25 for 2025-2026 fiscal year budget; providing for Budget Amendment(s); providing for severability, repealing all ordinances in conflict and establishing an effective date. Presenter is Brittney Hogan Finance Director Hogan was absent. (Interim City Manager Weaver presented item). Motion made by Councilman District 2 Dent NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT LAVACA, TEXAS: THAT, this agenda item be tabled until the next regular scheduled city council meeting. Seconded by Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron Voting Yea: Councilman District 1 Aguirre, Councilman District 2 Dent, Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron, Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart, Councilman District 6 Burke 10. Announcement by Mayor that City Council will retire into closed session: • For consultation with City Attorney on matters in which the duty of the Attorney to the City Council under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act (Title 5, Chapter 551, Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code). Presenter is Mayor Whitlow Mayor Whitlow announced there would be no closed session. 11. Return to Open Session and take any action deemed necessary with regard to matters in closed session. Presenter is Mayor Whitlow There was no closed session. IX. ADJOURNMENT Mayor asked for motion to adjourn. Motion made by Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron Seconded by Councilman District 2 Dent Voting Yea: Councilman District 1 Aguirre, Councilman District 2 Dent, Councilwoman District 4 (Mayor Pro Tem) Padron, Councilwoman District 5 Bland-Stewart, Councilman District 6 Burke Meeting adjourned at 7:28 p.m. Page 7 of 8 Port Lavaca, TX CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING December 08, 2025 These minutes were approved on January 12, 2026. ATTEST: Jack Whitlow, Mayor Mandy Grant, City Secretary Page 8 of 8