Doneane Beckcom, 2023-2026 Port Arthur City Council District 3

06/24/2026

My closing remarks to council

06/24/2026

06/24/2026

Exactly 3 years ago today I was elected. And on this date in 2026 I step down from that elected position. I’ll say it again, God knows what he’s doing. 

06/24/2026

How appropriate for my last day on council. This was my morning Promise from God:

Promise #175:
I will provide justice for everyone who is mistreated. Psalm 103:6

Isn't it good to know that God promises to provide justice for those who are oppressed? I am amazed at the number of verses in the Bible that speak about God's heart for the weak of this world: the poor, the mistreated, children, widows, orphans, and so on. He has always been the protector of those who struggle to protect themselves.

He is a God who does not rejoice in evil or injustice, but rejoices when the truth wins out. (1 Corinthians 13:6) Whatever unjust situation you find yourself in today, be encouraged to know that God is for you and understands your life and suffering. It is my prayer that each of us can rest in our God and Father's saving, protecting power today.

Responsive Prayer:

Father, thank You for being not only loving but also just. Help me to trust that You will provide justice and ultimately right every wrong from an eternal perspective. I pray that I may have the same mercy and compassion to love my enemies just as You have loved and forgiven me in the meantime.

In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

06/24/2026

My last official day on Port Arthur City Council is Wednesday June 24.

Votes will be canvassed at 10:30 in council chambers and the outgoing council members will have the opportunity to speak. New members will be sworn in and a new term begins.

Please know how much I truly enjoyed working for all of you! It was my honor to represent you and help you with every detail of the issues you faced at home and in your neighborhoods. And the larger issues we all faced and still do today.

Rest assured, I am NOT going away! I will still be here watching what is going on, helping where I can, and attending council meetings and committee meetings when there is something I need to address. I have unfinished business in the District that I intend to see to the conclusion as a private citizen, and now with a louder voice!

The “watchdog group” is still being created and will launch soon. It will be a public page with a few admins to direct discussions and review content. We will have very strict rules for participation. More to come!

This page will also remain active. I will post city updates here and give commentary on different topics. You can still contact me through this page, messenger, my law office email, and WhatsApp.

The brief council meeting tomorrow will be live on the city website. I’ll make some farewell remarks before I leave my seat.

Once a council member, always a council member. I took my role seriously and will continue to do so into the future.

Peace and love,
Doneane ❤️🙏🏻

06/23/2026

This is golden!

06/22/2026

From STAN just now

Good afternoon this message is on behalf of the City of Port Arthur Water Utilities Department. Due to repairs to our water main at 7804 Barryknoll Drive , this message is to inform of possible service interruptions periodically in your area from Jimmy Johnson Boulevard to Rice Farm Road between Spring Meadows Lane and Brazos Avenue for about an estimated 6 to 8 hours. We apologize for any inconvenience and the water will be restored as soon as possible. If you may have any questions please call (409) 983-8550 thank you.

06/22/2026

Apparently I’ve already been locked out of my City email.

If you have sent an email to my City email address since Tuesday of last week, please resend it to my Law office email address:
[email protected]

I’m working to fix this situation because I need access to my email until June 24 when I step down from council

My city Council phone is still working, you can text me at 409-658-1346 until Wednesday

After that, you can reach me at the email address above, and I will post another phone number on this page that you can use to get messages to me as well