Councilwoman Kaala Jacobs - Port Arthur District 4

08/07/2026

Jimmy Johnson on Jimmy Johnson! 🔥

🏈 We had a LEGEND stop by for lunch today!

Coach Jimmy Johnson came by Walk-On’s, and of course we had to grab a picture with him. Great food, great company, and a pretty awesome surprise for our team.

Thanks for stopping by, Coach! We hope to see you again soon! ⭐️🏆

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

07/09/2026

Looking for a career? This is a reminder to join us at The Next Chapter Job Fair on:

📅 Thursday, July 9, 2026
🕛 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
📍 American Legion Post 7 | 3750 Memorial Boulevard

Apply with the City of Port Arthur to help make our community a great place to live and grow. The job fair is presented by Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas, Texas Veterans Commission and American Legion.

For a list of available positions, please visit, https://theapplicantmanager.com/careers?co=pt

07/09/2026

Exciting times in Port Arthur! Exciting times in District 4!

07/07/2026

In Case You Missed It: The June 30, 2026, City Council provided the community with more information on the recent changes to mobile food vendors' licensing and included a presentation that involved three Port Arthur students.

Read the Recap here:
https://www.portarthurtx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/19439/June-30-2026-Council-Recap

Watch the Full Meeting here:
https://portarthurtx.new.swagit.com/videos/392488

View the Full Agenda Here:
https://cityhall.portarthurtx.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=313357&dbid=0&repo=CPA-Imaging

07/03/2026

Celebrate Independence Day with LSCPA! 🇺🇸

There's something for everyone at Lamar State College Port Arthur's 4th of July Celebration! Join us as we come together to celebrate America's 250th Birthday with an evening full of family-friendly fun, entertainment, and community spirit.

Enjoy a variety of activities, including delicious food and drinks, a gaming truck, a mechanical bull, balloon artists, FREE cotton candy, FREE ice cream, and a spectacular fireworks display to end the night!

We're grateful to the City of Port Arthur for sponsoring this year's fireworks show and to Motiva Enterprises for generously sponsoring the FREE ice cream for our guests.

📍 Carl Parker Center
📍 1800 Lakeshore Drive, Port Arthur, TX
🕕 6 – 9 p.m.

Whether you're a student, alumnus, local resident, or visiting with family, we invite you to spend the evening celebrating with us. It's the perfect opportunity to make memories, connect with your community, and enjoy an unforgettable Independence Day celebration.

Gather your crew, share this post, and join us for a night of patriotic fun, family activities, and an incredible fireworks finale!

07/03/2026

Join us for the grand opening of Fire Station No. #3! The station serves as a symbol of commitment to public safety and service for the Port Acres community and surrounding areas.

The grand opening will take place:

📆Wednesday, July 8, 2026
🕤10:00 a.m.
📍2385 61st Street

The new construction is replacing the 64-year-old historic station on Canal Street.

🚧 Minor construction work is still taking place at this site. Attendees are asked to be aware of their surroundings and use caution while on the premises. 🚧

06/29/2026

🚧 Water Service Advisory 🚧

The City of Port Arthur Water Utilities Department is conducting repairs to a water main north of Highway 73 on Highway 69.

Residents and businesses in the area from Highway 69 along 9th Avenue between Jimmy Johnson Boulevard to Twin City Highway may experience service interruptions of little to no water pressure for approximately 8-10 hours while repairs are completed.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as our crews work to restore service as quickly as possible.
For questions or additional information, please contact the Water Utilities Department at (409) 983-8550.