Michael Garner was sworn in Thursday morning during a ceremony at the Baytown Municipal Court. In a fitting moment for the court, retiring Judge Julie Escalante administered the oath of office after serving the City for 28 years.
Full story on the City of Baytown Newsroom.
The Hyatt Regency Baytown-Houston has reached an important milestone, recording its first million-dollar revenue month in December. To read the full story, visit the City of Baytown Newsroom.
This summary is intended to inform the public of the main topics discussed and actions taken by the Baytown City Council during meetings on February 26. For more detailed information, the full meeting transcript and official minutes are available on the Public Meetings webpage or upon request. To read the full recap, visit the City of Baytown Newsroom.
Baytown is adding a new sound to summer nights at Jenkins Park. Collegiate summer baseball is coming to the city as the Cowboy Collegiate League launches its inaugural season in May, bringing competitive play and family-friendly entertainment to the community. To read the full story, visit our City of Baytown Newsroom page.
The Baytown City Council is scheduled to consider the appointment of a presiding judge of the Baytown Municipal Court at its next meeting on February 26. Council is expected to approve Michael Garner to succeed Judge Julie Escalante following her retirement after 28 years of dedicated service to the community. Full story in the City of Baytown Newsroom.
Baytown residents have asked for measurable results, clearer accountability, and greater transparency. That’s exactly why the City built AXIS. Read the full article in the City of Baytown Newsroom.
Construction on the Garth Road Widening Project is ramping up. Check out our latest YouTube video to see what to expect and how to plan ahead.
The City of Baytown has selected Barker Rinker Seacat Architecture (BRS) as its architect for the ExxonMobil Baytown Events Center (EMBEC), and the agreement will go before the city council for consideration at its January 8 meeting. Read the full article in the City of Baytown Newsroom.
Baytown is a city that moves. From thriving industrial partners to families commuting to school and work, our community depends on clear roads and open crossings. That is why the City of Baytown continues to press for solutions to limit railroad disruptions that impact neighborhoods, businesses, and emergency vehicle access.
As part of that ongoing effort, City officials recently joined Union Pacific representatives for an on-site tour of several railroad crossings across Baytown. Councilman Jacob Powell was part of the City team during the visit. Read the full story in the City of Baytown Newsroom.
CoolxDad’s arrival in Baytown began with the City’s commitment to strengthen families through its Fatherhood Initiative, supported by opioid settlement funding dedicated to prevention and community wellness. As the City worked to create meaningful support systems for local dads, it became clear that Baytown was ready for a partner who shared that mission. Read the full partnership story on the City of Baytown Newsroom.