Achievements

 Education Partnerships 

• Strengthened partnerships with Beaumont Independent School District and Lamar University to enhance educational opportunities for both youth and adults in our community.

Church and Community Outreach 

• Worked closely with BISD Superintendent Shannon Allen and spoke at numerous churches to encourage community involvement in youth education and improvement.

Job Force Development 

• Partnered with Lamar University and LIT to enhance the local workforce and support the downtown Economic Development Plan, creating a better student life experience while fostering city growth.

Advanced Recycling Partnership 

• Secured a partnership with Exxon Mobil for a $100+ million advanced recycling plant at the Beaumont Refinery, bringing new jobs and a cutting-edge recycling initiative to the city.

 Police Department Advancements 

• Launched the Real-Time Crime Center, integrating over 1,400 cameras and enhancing public safety across Beaumont. Over 2,600 cameras are now registered, allowing for more comprehensive surveillance, faster response times, and increased safety for both residents and officers. 
• Key partnerships have been formed with the Beaumont Independent School District (BISD), Lamar University, and local businesses to expand the safety network. Cameras have already been added to public parks, with plans to continue this expansion in the years to come.

Fire Department Enhancements 

• Increased daily ambulances from 5 to 8, achieving a 60% boost in emergency ambulance capacity, ensuring faster response times and more efficient service delivery.
• New equipment has also been added to improve EMS service. Launching the “GoodSAM Instant Help” App for 911 medical emergencies. GoodSAM and not only provide better, faster and more efficient care, but have saved the City money.

Economic Development Manager 

• Hired the City’s first Economic Development Manager to spearhead initiatives that actively promote Beaumont’s growth.

Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) 

• Passed a TIRZ to reinvest in our downtown area, helping to drive business growth and development. This initiative does not raise taxes but reallocates property tax revenues for the betterment of our city.

Downtown Development 

• Partnered with Stonehenge Holdings to conduct pre-development work on a full-service Convention Center Hotel on Main Street, along the Neches River, to boost tourism, business, and local economy.

Beaumont Vision 2035 

• Launched Beaumont Vision 2035, a forward-thinking approach to urban planning that focuses on business growth, tourism, and family-friendly living. This vision will help empower local businesses and attract young families to our city.

Economic Incentive Programs 

• Utilized TIRZ, Neighborhood Empowerment Zones, Opportunity Zones, Historic Tax Credits, and Chapter 380/312 Abatements to attract new businesses, fostering long-term economic growth.

Water, Sewer, and Drainage Improvements 

• In 2025, Beaumont is investing over $74 million into water, sewer, streets, and drainage improvements, a 300% increase over the past five years. This has led to better service, reduced complaints, and increased community satisfaction

Partnership with Johns Hopkins University 

• Collaborating with Johns Hopkins University and receiving support from Bloomberg Philanthropy, Beaumont is working on further improving its water and sewer delivery systems.

Moody's A+ Audit Rating 

• Beaumont received an A+ audit rating and a Moody's bond rating of AA, reflecting the city’s strong financial standing and low credit risk. The city’s stable tax base and the new management team were specifically highlighted as strengths.

Budget Surplus 

• The city maintained a $43 million surplus above planned allocations and dedicated 20% reserve funds for Fiscal Year 2025. This marks a continued effort to strengthen the city’s financial health.

Fiscal Responsibility

Sustained Financial Strength 

• Moody's indicated that the city’s positive trend in fund balances and growing property wealth could lead to an upgrade in future ratings, strengthening Beaumont’s creditworthiness.