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Council approves Leadership Class bench project for Con Brown Harbor; sign location tabled
Summary
Aransas Pass Leadership Class presented a harbor beautification package including five recycled‑plastic benches (about $880 each, $4,400 total) and a large custom sign; council approved benches only and asked staff to meet with leadership to decide sign location and permitting.
Members of Aransas Pass Leadership Class presented a beautification package for Con Brown Harbor on Oct. 20 that included five recycled‑plastic benches and a large custom aluminum 'Con Brown Harbor' sign.
Leadership Class representatives said benches cost roughly $880 each including mounting kit and concrete, for a five‑bench subtotal of about $4,400; sponsorship plaques were proposed to offset costs and the group said it would not request city funds for purchase. Leaders described a plan to place benches along the hike‑and‑bike trail and discussed orientation options (some facing water, some facing the road). They told council the benches are made of 100% recycled, UV‑protected plastic designed to withstand South Texas heat.
Council and staff raised concerns about sign location, TxDOT permitting for signs on state right‑of‑way, maintenance (weed eating) and potential conflicts with future development. Several council members favored moving forward with the benches immediately and scheduling a follow‑up meeting to identify an appropriate location for the sign. A motion to approve the benches (sponsored by leadership class with council assistance on siting and maintenance) carried by voice vote; the sign was tabled for additional review.
What happens next: the leadership team will coordinate with city staff to finalize bench placement and sponsorship plaques; staff will follow up on maintenance arrangements and TxDOT permitting for any off‑site signage.
