Commission Meeting: May 15, 2024

The City of Texas City Commission held its regular meeting on May 15, 2024, covering a range of community and administrative topics. Key highlights included the presentation of service awards to long-tenured city employees and a proclamation recognizing National Safe Boating Week, emphasizing boating safety education and awareness. The commission also acknowledged the winner of the 2024 Fair Housing Art Contest, promoting community diversity and inclusion. Financially, the city's auditors from Whitley Penn presented the annual comprehensive financial report for fiscal year 2022-2023, reporting a clean audit opinion with no significant deficiencies, highlighting the city's strong financial management and noting that property and sales taxes constitute about 70% of general fund revenue. The commission approved the management and operations contract for the Bayou Golf Course snack bar and food concession to Bio Birdies, anticipating a diverse menu offering. Additionally, the commission passed the second reading of an ordinance amending fire prevention and protection codes, including updates related to battery storage systems and road construction requirements. Public comments addressed community concerns such as property maintenance and neighborhood safety. The meeting concluded with announcements about upcoming community events and recognition of interim CFO Jeffrey Miller's contributions during a transitional period in the finance department.