Rosenberg council narrows no‑truck zone on Baymoor Road

The Rosenberg City Council voted to amend the city code to revise no‑truck limits on Baymoor Road, permitting truck access between Interstate 69 and Clalky Road while retaining restrictions on Baymoor between Spur 529 and I‑69.

The ordinance, introduced as ordinance number 2025-15, was placed on the agenda at the request of Councilor Hector Trevino. Rigo, a city staff member, explained the change: the revision would allow trucks to access Baymoor Road from I‑69 to Clalky Road; under the current limits trucks are prohibited on Baymoor between Spur 529 and I‑69. Staff included a location map for council review and recommended approval.

Council members said the change responds to concerns from local businesses and truck drivers that previously detoured through residential or less‑suitable roads. Councilor Trevino noted trucks had been traveling on Blooming Road instead to reach the freeway; he said the change offers a more direct route. Another councilmember emphasized the desire to prevent trucks from cutting north on Baymoor and to install boundary “No Truck” signs to make the limits clear. The council also observed that the stretch between Clalky Road and the freeway passes open pasture and an industrial facility rather than residences.

Councillor Trevino moved to approve ordinance 2025-15; the motion was seconded and approved by voice vote. The ordinance includes a penalty range for violations and provides for installation of signage marking the boundaries of the no‑truck designations.

Council discussion made clear the amendment applies only to the specific segment identified in the ordinance language; members deferred any broader routing or enforcement topics to staff. No additional studies or conditions were adopted at the meeting.