Construction Site Safety and Drainage
Summary
The historic Goodhue Building in Beaumont is officially a safety hazard after an inspection revealed serious issues. Adding to the drama, two people were caught stealing copper from the condemned structure, likely contributing to its decay.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 19
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potential costs for the city to abate the nuisance if the owner fails to comply.
Residents in the vicinity of the property, and the public health of the community.
The property owner, if they fail to comply and incur additional costs.
Mentions & discussions (25)
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Beaumont restaurant inspections find high scores but serious food safety issues
Beaumont Public HealthTessa NobleRecent restaurant inspection reports from Beaumont Public Health show mostly high scores, but inspectors found several food-safety concernsEstablishments inspected between Aug. ...
TCEQ fines Port Arthur corner store and diesel chemical plant
Diamond Green Diesel on Rev Dr Ransom Howard Street in Port Arthur is shown in this Enterprise photo. Mbu Maqungo/For The Beaumont EnterpriseThe Texas Commission on Environmental Quality approved penalties tota...
Beaumont restaurant inspections show mostly A grades, some B scores
Beaumont Public HealthTessa NobleBeaumont Public Health inspection reports from July 27 to Aug. 7 show scores ranging from 80 to 100, with most establishments earning A grades and several receiving B grades. In...
Port Arthur Fuel Depot shut down for years of fuel storage neglect
A July 30 TCEQ enforcement action against OHK Global in Port Arthur sheds light on the reason a busy gas station abruptly closed.Mbu Maqungo/For The Beaumont EnterpriseA Texas Commission on Environmental...
Beaumont resident questions city response after pipe bursts into home
A Beaumont resident questions the city's response after a pipe burst, flooding her home and yard. The city says crews could have handled the leak differently.
Port Arthur restaurant inspections find food safety issues, one closure
The Port Arthur Public Health Department's facility is shown. Photo made Friday, March 1, 2024 Kim Brent/Beaumont EnterpriseKim BrentRecent restaurant inspection reports from the Port Arthur Health Department...
Port Arthur explains parking ordinance changes after residents raise concerns
Port Arthur City Hall is shown in this Enterprise archive photo.Enterprise stock photoResidents in Port Arthur recently raised concerns about changes to an existing city ordinance related to where people can...
Beaumont restaurant inspections find mostly A grades, some B scores
Beaumont Public HealthTessa NobleRecent restaurant inspection reports from Beaumont Public Health show most establishments received strong scores.Most establishments inspected from July 13 to July 24 earned A...
New Prado Place apartment complex faces mold complaints, city code violation
Portions of a kitchen in the Prado Place Apartments building 3 in Beaumont, Texas on July 9, 2026. Residents at Beaumont’s new apartment complex say the quality of life has vastly fallen short of what was...
New Prado Place apartment complex faces mold complaints, city code violation
New Prado Place apartment complex faces mold complaints, city code violation Beaumont Enterprise
Port Arthur restaurant inspections find mostly A grades, some serious violations
The Port Arthur Public Health Department's facility is shown. Photo made Friday, March 1, 2024 Kim Brent/Beaumont EnterpriseKim BrentRestaurant inspection reports from the Port Arthur Health Department show...
Latest Beaumont restaurant inspections reveal wider range of scores
Beaumont Public HealthTessa NobleRestaurant inspection reports from Beaumont Public Health for June 29 through July 10 showed most establishments earned A grades, while six received B grades and one received...
Port Arthur restaurant inspections find one D grade amid widespread A scores
The Port Arthur Public Health Department's facility is shown. Photo made Friday, March 1, 2024 Kim Brent/Beaumont EnterpriseKim BrentReports from the Port Arthur Health Department show one restaurant received...
TCEQ fines Beaumont truck stop for underground tank neglect
This Enterprise file photo shows people stopping to talk with truckers at the Petro Stopping Center truck stop on Walden Road in Beaumont. Photo taken March 26, 2020 by Kim Brent/For the Beaumont...
Routine sanitation issues found in the latest Beaumont restaurant inspections
Beaumont Public HealthTessa NobleRestaurant inspection reports from the Beaumont Public Health Department showed A and B grades for all establishments inspected from June 15 to June 26. Inspectors noted...
Beaumont Animal Care takes in 42 animals from single property
Beaumont Animal Care seized 42 animals from a home after reports of potential cruelty due to unsafe conditions.
Mellow Mushroom closes after viral mold video
Mellow Mushroom closes after viral mold video Beaumont Enterprise
Port Arthur restaurant closed after water violation found
The Port Arthur Public Health Department's facility is shown. Photo made Friday, March 1, 2024 Kim Brent/Beaumont EnterpriseKim BrentRecent Port Arthur Health Department restaurant inspection reports showed...
City Council Meeting - Jun 16, 2026
Residents expressed frustration over exposed utility pipes and poor drainage management in neighborhood construction zones, arguing that the city is failing to communicate effectively or prioritize safety.
City Council Meeting - May 5, 2026
The council discussed a significant number of unsafe structures, with a plan to order owners to raze them or face demolition by the city. This addresses blight and public safety concerns.
City Council Meeting - Apr 7, 2026
The council ordered a property owner at 4110 Pradice St to address public health nuisances within 10 days, with the city authorized to take action if the owner fails to comply. This addresses potential health hazards in the community.
City Council Meeting - Mar 3, 2026
The historic Jefferson Theatre is receiving necessary repairs to its west wall to prevent further water damage and preserve the building.
City Council Meeting - Feb 3, 2026
The council addressed a public health nuisance at a property on Pinchback Road, ordering the owner to fix issues like overflowing sewers and stagnant water within 10 days or face city action.
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