Jay Martin
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 7
- Total speaking time
- 13:09
- Avg per meeting
- 1:53
- Segments
- 222
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Top issues during term (20)
Annual Zoning Code and Map Review
Staff time and potential future changes to property development potential.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
Covers routine city operational expenditures and investment returns for the quarter.
Park System Expansion
Allocates $400,000 in TERS funding toward trail improvements with flexible location parameters.
Truck Route Expansion
Unknown, but potential for increased road maintenance costs.
Coastal Infrastructure Resilience
The project involves significant regional investment, though specific budget impacts for this meeting are pending review.
Drainage Maintenance and Debris
Specific project costs were not detailed in this session.
Main 101 Grill and Bar Enhancement Grant
Not to exceed $33,099.00 in economic development grant funds.
Spencer Highway Industrial Development Site Plan
Private commercial investment of unspecified multi-million dollar value.
Utility and Waste Service Integration
The city has successfully consolidated financial accounts and is managing debt payments.
Train Depot Revitalization
Budget allocations for the 2026-2027 fiscal year include funds for caboose repairs and structural assessments.
Public Art Program
Potential funding draws from TURPS or municipal grant programs ranging between $100,000 and $200,000.
Flock Automated License Plate Reader Program
Existing operational costs.
Redistricting Advisory Committee
The city will need to budget for legal and consulting fees associated with the redistricting process.
Linear Park Soundwall and Landscaping Design
Estimated project costs range from $382,000 for an 8-foot wall to $486,000 for a 10-foot wall within budgeted capital improvement funds.
Massage Business Permit Revocation
None.
South Broadway Revitalization
The project is currently unfunded as it is on hold.
Animal Shelter Capacity
No immediate expansion is planned, so there is no new financial impact at this time.
Invasive Muscovy Ducks
Potential for fine revenue, though enforcement costs are expected to be minimal.
Secondary Dwelling Unit Permitting
The project represents a private investment in property improvement.
FY 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Projects
Total proposed expenditure of $3,807,050.00 for fiscal year 2026-2027 projects.
Decisions during term (259)
Recorded while Martin was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Election of President and Vice-President
Enhancement Grant Reimbursement - Main 101 Grill and Bar Inc.
Consent Agenda Approval
Massage Business Permit Revocation - 401 W. Fairmont Pkwy, Suite C
Ordinance 2026-5058: Special Conditional Use Permit for 10913 Houston Dr.
Zoning Map Review and Study Direction
City Hall Holiday Decorations Purchase
Approve the minutes of the September 14, 2026, City Council meeting. [Lee Woodward, City Secretary/PIO]
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,…
Election of Vice-Chairperson
Election of Secretary
Approval of August 20, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Major Development Site Plan #SP-2026-0009 (Spencer Highway Industrial Development)
Chapter 106 Zoning Amendment - Home Occupations
Chapter 86 Development Regulations Amendment - Lot Consolidations and Lot Line Adjustments
ADJOURN
Recommend 8-Foot Linear Park Wall and Landscaping
Subcommittee Funding for Animal Shelter Landscaping
Designate El Toro Business of the Month
APPROVE THE MINUTES
Voting record (3)
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Adoption of FY 2026-27 Budget (Ordinance 2026-5057)
Postponement of Ordinance 2025-4036 (Avera SCUP) to May 11
Voted against the postponement after an earlier motion to approve with conditions failed.