Port Arthur council authorizes listing two city-owned tracts for sale

The City of Port Arthur council voted to authorize the city manager and city attorney to list two city-owned vacant tracts, 1919 Austin Avenue and 1637 6th Street, for sale with a licensed real estate broker pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code. Council member Hamilton Everfield moved the motion; it was seconded and approved by voice vote.

Council member Everfield introduced the motion as an authorization to proceed with listing the two parcels. The motion refers to compliance with chapter 2 53 of the Texas Local Government Code as the legal authority for using a licensed broker.

The motion passed by voice vote. The council did not place a numeric roll-call tally on the record during the open session. The motion directs staff to proceed with listing the parcels; details such as listing price, broker selection, and marketing plan were not specified in the public motion.

Next steps include the city manager and city attorney completing listing agreements with a licensed broker and returning to the council with required disclosures and any recommended sale terms.