For Emergency Notifications, Port Arthur Needs STAN

The Port Arthur Emergency Management system is changing networks, and Port Arthurans should sign in or register today for the first time to the Southeast Texas Alerting Network, because the current system ends on September 30th... 

Message from Po...

Showcasing Your Heritage in the Quasquicentennial Cultural Heritage Showcase!

Showcase your heritage! Port Arthur is fortunate to have a highly diverse blend of cultures that make up the city’s population. Since the city was chartered, Port Arthur has evolved into a melting pot of rich culture, with families settling here...

Port Arthur, Get Ready for Holiday Downtown 2023!

Mayor Bartie Invites All to the 2023 Holiday Downtown!  

The Port Arthur Downtown Holiday Planning Committee is officially kicking off the season by opening an invite to the 2023 Holiday Downtown to vendors, parade entrants, and...

NOTICE OF HEARING: Voluntary Disannexation of Property

CITY OF PORT ARTHUR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS

REGARDING THE VOLUNTARY DISANNEXATION

OF PROPERTY 

Port Arthur City Hall, 444 Fourth Street, Port Arthur, Texas

LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN under the provisions of Chapter 43 of the Te...

Port Arthur Parks & Recreation Hosts the 2023 Fall Festival on October 28

The Port Arthur Parks and Recreation Department will host its Fall Festival on October 28, 2023, at the Amos J. Evans Multipurpose Building, 1308B 9th Avenue, for our younger citizens, ages 4 - 12.

Save the Date to Your Family Calendar!

Parks & Recreati...

Port Arthur Public Library Wants to Help Brush Up Your Computer Skills

Ever felt like you needed to know how to use the commands in the ribbon above your Word document? Well, the Port Arthur Public Library is offering computer classes every Thursday from 6 pm to 7 pm in October to help you learn about:

? Introduction to Compu...

Jefferson County Judge Branick Extends Burn Ban Until Further Notice

Jefferson County Judge Branick has extended the notice of a burn ban for all of Jefferson County until further notice.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

[9-18-2023]

Contact: Verenice Rosales

Jefferson County, Texas

Judge Jeff Branick Maintains Burn Ban Following ESD/VFD R...

Lamar State College-Port Arthur Offering Training in Just 10 Weeks -Update-

The Port Arthur refinery industry is looking for a few good carpenters. Lamar State College Port Arthur is providing the necessary training in just 10 weeks! For Port Arthur residents, this training may be free... Contact Lamar State College-Port Arthur a...

Public Service Announcement-Water Utility Payment Changes

The Port Arthur Water Utility Billing Division is transitioning to a new payment system. Please note the changes and payment choices. We understand that this is an inconvenience, however, the new payment system will be available by October 2023. We thank ...

Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals Zoom Meeting October 5, 2023

The Development Services Department will hold a virtual (Zoom) Meeting for the Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals (CBOAA) on October 5, 2023, at 2:00 PM. Citizens may join in by Zoom using the link in the announcement below. 

Meeting ID...

Hurricane Preparedness- An Emergency Management Must for Southeast Texas Families

The Hurricane Season runs from June 1st through November 30th every year. The National Hurricane Center, however, has moved the beginning of the season to late May, making hurricane preparedness significant for Port Arthur's Emergency Management ...

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE CERTIFICATIONS OF OBLIGATION

The City of Port Arthur is posting its Notice of Intent to offer Certificates of Obligation. Please click the link below to read about the intended through ad valorem taxation, department revenues, and contractual obligations.

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO OFFER ...

PAHD Primary Health Care Clinic Accepts New Patients

The City of Port Arthur Health Department is accepting new patients in its Primary Health Care Clinic, 2nd Floor, 449 Austin Avenue, Port Arthur, TX 77640. Clients must meet eligibility requirements. Please call (409) 983-8896 for more information.

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