Public Safety Center

09/01/2026

Big thanks to Pizza Hut for the late night pizza donation to keep our dispatchers and officers fueled up! 🍕🌙

08/13/2026

A good tip from Round Rock PD as school gets back in swing! As always, remain alert and be prepared for increased foot and vehicle traffic near schools! 🚍🛑

08/10/2026

On August 10, 2026 Aransas County instituted a countywide burn ban due to heightened risk of fire. This will remain in place for 60 days unless extended or rescinded by the county commissioners. Open fires are now prohibited in Aransas County.

08/08/2026

Use caution, obey all traffic laws, and keep a lookout for foot traffic this school year! 📚🎒

In preparation for the 2026-2027 school year, the Fulton Police Department and the Town of Fulton have updated the school zone times/areas for the Fulton Elementary School.

The speed limit during school zone times is 20mph and the school times have been updated to reflect 7:00am-8:00am in the morning(s) and 2:45pm-4:00pm in the afternoon(s).

The school zone areas have also been updated to reflect the following areas:

Chaparral Street from 5th Street to 7th Street
Mesquite Street from 5th Street to 7th Street
5th Street from the 200 block to Mesquite Street
6th Street from the 200 block to Laurel Street to 7th Street
7th Street from the 200 block to Mesquite Street

New signs have been ordered/set-up to reflect these changes as well as additional signage to address that these areas are also Drug Free and Gun Free zones.

Don't forget about the Flashing School Zone on State Highway 35 between Broadway/FM 3036 and the Hampton Inn & Suites.

Also, here are a few reminders:

🛑 Slow down and obey all posted school zone speed limits.
🚸 Watch for children crossing streets, walking, and riding bicycles.
🚌 Be prepared to stop for school buses loading and unloading students.
📵 Eliminate distractions and keep your attention on the road.

08/05/2026

07/30/2026

ARANSAS COUNTY RESIDENTS

📢 PUBLIC NOTICE: Temporary Closure of the Aransas County Tax Office 📢

⚠️ CLOSED : Monday, August 10 through Friday, August 14, 2026.

Staff will be undergoing essential training for our new Property Tax Collection Software.

🚫 Affected Services:
• No in-person Property Tax transactions
• No in-person Motor Vehicle (DMV) transactions

🗓️ Reopening Schedule
Regular business operations will resume on Monday, August 17, 2026, at 8:30 AM.

💻 Online Services Remain Available
You can still conduct critical business online during this closure:

🚗 Vehicle Registration Renewals: Renew online at www.txdmv.gov
🏠 Property Tax Payments: Pay online at www.aransascad.org

📝 Note:
Online tax payments will not post to the new system until after August 17. However, they will be backdated and credited using the exact date you processed your payment.

➡️ When making online payments remember payment will not post to property until after August 17th when we are up and running on the new system.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we upgrade our systems to better serve you.

07/25/2026

Looking for a way to get active? 👟

Sign up for the Rockport Volunteer Fire Department Annual Stop, Drop, and Run and you can support one of your local fire departments at the same time! 🚒

Runners… start stretching now. 👟🔥

It’s official! The 2026 Stop, Drop & Run is coming to Rockport Beach!

Whether you’re chasing a PR, running your first 5K, tackling the 10K, or conquering the Half Marathon, this is one race you won’t want to miss.

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
📍 Rockport Beach

Registration information is coming soon, but for now…
Mark your calendars, gather your running buddies, and get ready to hit the pavement in support of the Rockport Volunteer Fire Department.

We’ll see you at the starting line!

07/08/2026

🚨 Please avoid the areas of Kirby Rd, Holden Rd and FM 1069 near Holden Rd due to emergency personnel working a large brush fire in the area 🚨

07/02/2026

🚨 Fireworks Reminder 🚨

As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day, the Rockport Police Department would like to remind everyone that the storage, possession, and discharge of fireworks are prohibited within the City of Rockport under City Ordinance 807.

Our goal is simple: to keep the celebration safe and enjoyable for everyone. Please be courteous to your neighbors, protect our community, and celebrate lawfully. Reduce the risk of fires, injuries, and unnecessary emergency responses by leaving the fireworks to the professionals.

Thank you for doing your part to make this a safe and happy holiday for all! 🇺🇸🎆

07/02/2026

🚔 Rockport Beach Post-Fireworks Traffic Plan 🎆

Approximately 30 minutes prior to the Fourth of July fireworks show, the Rockport Police Department will implement a traffic control plan to help safely and efficiently clear vehicles from the Rockport Beach and Rockport harbor area.

The included graphic gives an overview of the plan. Important to note:
🚦 Both lanes of the beach road will be used to exit.
🚦 The right lane will be directed to turn right onto Laurel Street and then directed to turn right (North) at Highway 35.
🚦 The left lane will be directed to continue straight to Austin Street and then directed to turn left (South) on Austin Street.

To help keep everyone safe:
🚦 Follow the directions of police officers and all posted signs.
🚧 Do not drive around barricades.
📵 Eliminate distractions, stay alert, and watch for pedestrians, cyclists, and emergency personnel.
🚗 Drive cautiously and be courteous to other motorists.

Your cooperation is essential to ensuring a safe and successful end to the holiday celebration. Thank you for your patience and for helping us keep Rockport safe.