The rainy months of January and February have prevented the contractor from making progress on the renovation work on the lakes. The contractor has temporarily stopped work on the project to allow the lake areas to dry up. The contractor is expected to resume work around the end of March or beginning of April. We apologize for the inconvenience.
As required by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvement District No. 3 (the “District”) conducted an inventory on it service lines for the presence of lead.
The inventory has been completed. No lead service lines nor galvanized service were detected and no line replacement is required.
Additionally, the District has found no evidence of the use of lead service lines (i) in the system records, including distribution system maps and drawings, historical records, meter installation records, inspections and records of the distribution system that indicate the material composition, or (ii) when reading water meters or performing maintenance activities during normal system operations.
Residents of Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvement District No. 3 (WCID #3) should be aware of the upcoming public hearing regarding the proposed tax rate for the 2024 tax year. The hearing is scheduled for September 20, 2024, at 11:30 A.M., and will be held at 7930 W. Grand Parkway, Suite 100, Richmond, TX.
The proposed tax rate for 2024 is $0.555 per $100 of property value, which is a slight decrease from the previous year’s rate of $0.560 per $100. Although the tax rate is decreasing by 0.89%, the average appraised value of homes in the district has increased from $739,634 to $800,699. This means that, despite the lower tax rate, the average homeowner will see an increase of approximately $301.92 in their annual property tax bill, a 7.28% increase from last year.
Understanding these changes is important for managing your financial planning. Even with a reduced tax rate, the increase in property values can lead to a higher tax bill. This shift highlights the importance of staying informed about property tax assessments and how they impact your overall tax obligations.
The public hearing is an opportunity for residents to express their opinions and learn more about how the proposed tax rate might affect them. It’s crucial to participate in these discussions, as they directly impact your finances and the allocation of tax burdens across the district.
For more detailed information, including specific figures and potential impacts, please refer to the full notice provided by Fort Bend County W.C.I.D. #3. Staying informed and involved is key to ensuring that your voice is heard in decisions that affect our community.