Governmental Body
Lamar University
Start Date for Suspension
End Date for Suspension
Contact Name
Cynthia Dean
Contact Title
Public Information Coordinator
City
Beaumont
County
Jefferson
Reason for Suspension
Natural Disaster
Description
On July 6, 2024, acting Lt. Governor Dan Patrick issued a disaster declaration in response to Hurricane Beryl, which made landfall in the early morning hours of July 8, 2024. Lamar University has closed buildings to both the public and staff as a result of the storm and key personnel do not have access, electronically or physically, to documents that would allow this governmental body to comply with deadlines set forth by the Texas Public Information Act.