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La Porte · week of September 27, 2026

Council approves Election of President and Vice-President

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What changed in La Porte

  • Election of President and Vice-President

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  • Enhancement Grant Reimbursement - Main 101 Grill and Bar Inc.

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  • Consent Agenda Approval

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  • Massage Business Permit Revocation - 401 W. Fairmont Pkwy, Suite C

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  • Ordinance 2026-5058: Special Conditional Use Permit for 10913 Houston Dr.

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  • Zoning Map Review and Study Direction

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  • City Hall Holiday Decorations Purchase

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  • Approve the minutes of the September 14, 2026, City Council meeting. [Lee Woodward, City Secretary/PIO]

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  • Electricity Contract Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract between the City of La Porte, Texas, and the retail energy provider (REP) offering the most competitive rate for the purchase of electricity. [Cherell Daeumer,…

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Development activity

  • Secondary Dwelling Unit (SCUP-2026-0005)

    10913 Houston Dr.

    A request to authorize a 600-square-foot secondary dwelling unit attached by a breezeway for the owners' mother-in-law in the R-1 zoning district.

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  • Main 101 Grill and Bar Enhancements

    101 E. Main Street, La Porte, Texas

    Requested enhancement grant reimbursement for building and patio improvements downtown.

    approved · still approved

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Also discussed

  • Main 101 Grill and Bar Enhancement Grant

    The board approved up to $33,099 to help Main 101 Grill and Bar pay for upgrades to their building and patio downtown.

    What it means: Not to exceed $33,099.00 in economic development grant funds.

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  • Flock Automated License Plate Reader Program

    The police department gave an update on their Flock camera system, explaining how cameras help solve crimes quickly while protecting privacy with strict 30-day data limits and audits.

    What it means: Law enforcement and residents through enhanced crime prevention and suspect tracking.

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  • Massage Business Permit Revocation

    The city revoked the permit for Wellness Spa & Massage after an undercover police check found code violations and an arrest for illegal sexual contact. Officials acted quickly to shut down the illicit activity right across from City Hall.

    What it means: La Porte residents and visitors protected from illicit operations.

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  • Annual Zoning Code and Map Review

    City leaders are looking at changing zoning designations across several neighborhoods and commercial corridors to match actual land use and fix outdated rules. This could impact future development and property protections around town.

    What it means: Property owners and residents in areas with modernized zoning.

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