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Navigation District News May 4, 2026

The Rockport Pirate News
May 04, 2026•1 min read

District Moves Forward with Plans to Rebuild Rockport Harbor Tackle Shop

The Aransas County Navigation District authorized initial engineering design work for rebuilding the tackle shop at Rockport Harbor.

Commissioners directed staff to seek a proposal from Winshore Engineering for preliminary design plans with a cost not to exceed $5,000. If the estimate stays within that limit, the district will consider full bidding for construction later.

The project has been under discussion for several months. Officials said detailed plans are needed before soliciting construction bids. The existing structure requires replacement as part of harbor improvements.

Texas Maritime Museum Lease Extension Postponed

The Aransas County Navigation District postponed action on a long-term lease extension for the Texas Maritime Museum after museum officials requested more time to finalize site planning.

Museum representatives told commissioners they are developing a more compact expansion plan to address space shortages for staff, education programs, and exhibits. The current lease is set to expire, and officials are seeking stability for future development on the site.

The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 18.

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Walter Perry

Walter E. Perry Sr. is co-founder and publisher of The Rockport Pirate, Rockport-Fulton's fastest-growing local news and events platform. A marketing-focused MBA graduate of Texas A&M University–San Antonio and currently pursuing a doctorate in Organizational Leadership, Walter brings a rare combination of academic rigor and street-level community credibility to independent journalism. He previously served as editor for a local newspaper and is the founder and executive director of Suit Up!, a trademarked, state-certified life skills program that served more than 1,500 individuals in 2024. Walter is a proven community builder driven by a belief that local news should be bold, honest, and built by the people it serves.

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