Author: Jake Magee

Officials have heard the concerns for more time to comment on the Coastal Texas Study; now, residents have until Jan. 13 to submit feedback on the proposed coastal barrier projects.

Here is a roundup of local business news in Clear Lake and League City.

In an effort to create a sense of place, beautify areas, attract visitors and instill civic pride, League City is considering painting miniature murals on traffic utility boxes throughout the city.

Several local environmental groups and experts have opposed portions of the coastal barrier proposal and are asking for an extension to the public comment portion of the plan.

Having invested over $60 million in capital improvement projects in fiscal year 2019-20, League City employees now have a greater incentive to invest even more in FY 2020-21.

Despite major delays and challenges, an “aggressive” approach to construction means the widening of Hwy. 146 will likely finish over a year ahead of schedule, an official working on the project said.

League City Mayor Pat Hallisey, who tested positive for COVID-19 nearly two weeks ago Nov. 17, is on the mend, City Manager John Baumgartner said.

Chipotle Mexican Grill in mid-November opened a drive-thru location in League City.

House Bill 574, filed Nov. 16, relates to preventing election fraud.

This holiday season, residents in need have ways to receive help, and residents who want to donate food or money to families in need have ways to help.