La Marque
City Summary
The City of La Marque is in Galveston County approximately 15 miles from the southern city limit of Houston and four miles north of Galveston Island. La Marque has an estimated population of 16,000 and an area of 14.25 square miles. Citizens enjoy coastal living with the security of a hurricane protection levee system. The city provides a wide range of programs including Bayou Fest, an annual community concert and BBQ Cook Off. City of La Marque boasts easy access to world-class medical, travel and entertainment options. For business, La Marque offers developmental incentives, an abundance of commercial property and build-to-suit opportunities. La Marque is the Gateway to the Gulf. Discover the possibilities at www.cityoflamarque.org
Demographics
Population | (2014 Est.) |
Males | 7,490 |
Females | 8,031 |
Total | 15,521 |
Population | Incomes (2015 Est.) |
Median Household | $48,514 |
Per Capita | $23,818 |
Education | (Ages 25+) |
High School or Higher | 83.3% |
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher | 14.7% |
Graduate or Professional Degree | 4.5% |
Taxes and Business Costs
Taxing Entity | Adopted Tax Rate | Maintenance & Operations Rate | Debt Rate | Effective Tax Rate | Effective Maintenance & Operations Rate | Rollback Tax Rate |
COLLEGE OF THE MAINLAND | ||||||
Tax Year 2016 | 0.208376 | 0.208376 | 0 | 0.208376 | 0.208376 | 0.225046 |
LA MARQUE CITY TEXAS | ||||||
Tax Year 2016 | 0.490764 | 0.414713 | 0.076051 | 0.472581 | 0.409023 | 0.565463 |
TEXAS CITY ISD | ||||||
Tax Year 2016 | 1.4405 | 1.17 | 0.2705 | 1.1148 | 1.0834 | 1.4406 |
GALVESTON COUNTY | ||||||
Tax Year 2016 | 0.552 | 0.464209 | 0.087791 | 0.557981 | 0.464838 | 0.598946 |
Sales Tax Rate (2017): 8.25%
Incentives
Business Improvement Funds
Business improvement funds are designed to promote La Marque businesses on major thoroughfares by helping business owners improve the curb appeal of their business.
Grant or Loan Procurement Assistance
The City and the EDC may assist your company with the procurement of loans or grants for the purpose of increasing business and commercial activity within La Marque.
Tax Abatements
The City can provide a tax abatement for exemption of property taxes for up to 7 years.
City Fee Waivers
Based on certain guidelines, the City may waive fees for permit applications, utility taps and similar fees upon approval of City Council.
Fast Track Program
Accelerated zoning and permit procedures.
Freeport Property Tax Exemption
The Freeport Exemption exempts taxes on certain types of tangible personal property that is transported out of the state of Texas within 175 days of acquisition. Inventory property may 1st be assembled, stored, manufactured, processed or fabricated locally.
Infrastructure Improvement
Upon approval of City Council, the City may provide for the extension, construction or reconstruction of infrastructure for the development needs of your company.
IRB Issue
The Economic Development Corporation (EDC) may issue Industrial Revenue Bonds, usually at rates below prime, for the construction of new facilities or the expansion of existing facilities.
Job Creation Incentives
They are offered for each new permanent job created based on guidelines set by the La Marque Economic Development Corporation (LMEDC).
An incentives package will be tailored to your specific needs through the resources of the community, county, state and economic development corporation.
Available Properties
The La Marque EDC is proud to announce the following available properties. Contact the La Marque EDC, if any further information on the properties is needed. Their contact information is listed below.
- 3.2 Acre Site Near Intersection of FM 2004 and FM 1765, La Marque, Texas 77568
- Next to future home of La Marque Central Fire Station.
- Adjacent to newly constructed homes in Saltgrass Crossing.
- Two miles from Interstate 45.
- Exisiting water and sewer along Fm 1765.
- 14.54 Acre Site Near Interstate 45 Frontage, La Marque, Texas 77568
- Interstate 45 frontage, Texas Avenue Access.
- Two possible points on ingress/egress.
- Adjacent to new 35,000 sq.ft. Team Mancuso Powersports Showroom.
- 45 Acre Site Interstate 45 Southbound Feeder Road, La Marque, Texas 77568
- Proximity to Sam's Club, Tanger Outlets, and Mall of the Mainland.
- Commercially zoned property with 1,600 feet of Interstate frontage.
- 46 Acre Site FM 1764, La Marque, Texas 77568
- Located near Walmart, Sam's Club, and numerous restaurant chains.
- Proximity to Lago Mar, a new master planned housing development with more than 4,000 homes.
Points of Contact
Alex Getty
La Marque EDC - Executive Director
1130 1st Street
La Marque, TX 77568
409-938-9258
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Colleen Merritt, MA
La Marque EDC - Public Relations Specialist
1130 1st Street
La Marque, TX 77568
409-938-9255
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
City of La Marque City Hall
1111 Bayou Road
La Marque, TX 77568
409-938-9200
http://cityoflamarque.org/
La Marque Economic Development Corporation
1130 1st Street
La Marque, TX 77568
409-938-9201
http://www.ci.la-marque.tx.us/174/Economic-Development
Click the link below for additional videos on La Marque, Texas:
http://www.elocallink.tv/clients3/tx/lamarque2013/tourplay.php?movie=txlama13_wel_rev2_iwd&spon=welcome