Posted on: July 2, 2020
I will ensure their commitment to serve does not equate to a target on their backs. They will never have fewer rights than those who choose to break society's laws. I will defend all appropriate actions taken by them in the line of duty.
As the City Manager for the City of La Marque, I have far more duties than hours in the day. Most of those duties are enjoyable. The interactions I have daily with staff members, citizens, business owners, developers and folks in neighboring cities are un...
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Posted on: March 16, 2020
Galveston County had almost 600 COVID cases in the past three days, with 69 in La Marque. Those are big numbers. Be smart, social distance, mask up and follow the guidance everyone!
Governor’s face covering order, hospital usage & the newest COVID numbers in Tink’s Evening Update
6:00 p.m. 7/6//2020 Evening Update from La Marque City Manager Tink Jackson.
Today’s Galveston County Health Distr...
Posted on: June 26, 2020
Governor also issued a proclamation making it mandatory that, with certain exceptions, people cannot be in groups larger than ten and must maintain six feet of social distancing from others.
July 2, 2020: Governor Greg Abbott today issued an Executive Order requiring all Texans to wear a face covering over the nose and mouth in public spaces in counties with 20 or more positive COVID-19 cases, with few exceptions. The Governor also issued a p...
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Posted on: July 2, 2020
Closures of beaches and other facilities in proximity to La Marque have increased concerns about the potential for unsafe overcrowding in our parks this weekend. Closures will begin at sundown on Friday and remain in effect until sunrise Monday morning.
Park closure update from La Marque City Manager Tink Jackson
Out of an abundance of caution and in response to the significant number of COVID-19 cases we have seen in recent days across Galveston County and here in La Marque, we will be closing all city p...
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Posted on: July 2, 2020
MASK ORDER is effective as of 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2020, and continuing through 11:59 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2020, unless extended, modified or terminated early by the City Council of the City of La Marque.
AN ORDER OF THE MAYOR OF LA MARQUE PURSUANT TO TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE CH 418 RELATED TO CONTROL MEASURES TO LIMIT THE SPREAD OF THE COVID-19 VIRUS REQUIRING COMMERCIAL ENTITIES PROVIDING GOODS OR SERVICES DIRECTLY TO THE PUBLIC TO DEVELOP A HEALTH AND SAFE...
Posted on: June 23, 2020
Please stay safe this 4th of July. Stay home and mask up, La Marque. As a reminder, the discharge of fireworks within the city limits is prohibited. A citation or ticket can be issued for a fine of up to $2,000.
A message from the Fire Mashal’s Office:
According to section 29.3 of the City Ordinances of La Marque, the discharge of fireworks within the city limits is prohibited. A citation or ticket can be issued for a fine of up to $2,000. More important...
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Posted on: July 2, 2020
Happy Independence Day, La Marque! As you prepare for this holiday weekend, remember #coronavirus can easily spread in family or community gatherings.
City of La Marque non-emergency offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2020, in observance of Independence Day.
There is no impact on trash or recycling schedules. Please remember, fireworks are illegal in the City of La Marque and city parks ...
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Posted on: June 10, 2020
Shout out to Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission!
KLMBC recently earned Silver Star Affiliate status from
Keep Texas Beautiful for their efforts and ongoing programs in the City of La Marque.
On behalf of our citizens, city leaders and staff, we’d like to thank this dedicated group of ...
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Posted on: June 1, 2020
June 1 marks the beginning of Hurricane Season. Houston/Galveston National Weather Service prepared the HURRICANE & SEVERE WEATHER GUIDE to help Gulf Coast citizens with resources and tips to get us all ready for potential storms.
The NOAA hurricane forecast is for an above-average hurricane season with 13 to 19 named storms. No matter what the forecast, it is important to prepare every year.
La Marque citizens and businesses are in Hurricane Evacuation Zone A. Now is the ...
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Posted on: March 11, 2020
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