Summary
Rockport's courthouse has been out of commission since Hurricane Harvey hit eight years ago, and the rebuild still isn’t finished. That means residents are still dealing with makeshift courts and county services, making everyday legal and government business slower and harder.
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Impact analysis
The drawn-out rebuild likely means higher construction costs and ongoing expenses for temporary facilities, with taxpayers ultimately footing more of the bill.
Construction contractors and firms hired for the rebuild stand to benefit from the extended project and its contracts.
Residents who need courts or county services—especially people without easy transportation or money for delays—are stuck with the biggest burden.
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