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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Rockport public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
2026 Street Rehabilitation Project
The council was scheduled to consider awarding the street rehab contract to Texas Materials Group, Inc. Street repairs affect daily commutes and road conditions citywide.
Speed limit amendments (Ordinance 2011)
Ordinance 2011 would amend the city's speed regulations in Chapter 98 and Appendix T-33. A public hearing was scheduled so residents could weigh in before the first of two council votes.
Speed Limit Amendment (Ordinance 2009)
The council was to consider raising the speed limit on Broadway from 25 to 30 mph between the south entrance at BSN 35 and Lakeview Drive. Residents would have a chance to comment at a public hearing before a first-reading ordinance vote.
Speed limit reduction on South Business 35
TxDOT asked Rockport to lower the speed limit from 60 to 55 mph on South Business 35 between 9th Street and Freeze Lane. The council was scheduled to hold a public hearing and consider the first reading of an ordinance implementing the change.
Concho Street drainage project funding (Ordinance 2006)
A budget amendment was scheduled to fund the Concho Street drainage project. Drainage improvements can mean less street flooding for nearby homes during heavy rain.