Fort Bend MUD No. 185 to Begin Essential Stormwater System Maintenance on September 23rd
Fort Bend MUD No. 185 will be conducting essential maintenance on storm manholes and inlets in your area beginning September 23rd.
This project is part of ongoing efforts to keep the stormwater drainage system in our community operating as originally designed.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as workers are making repairs.
Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Rate – September 18, 2024
Attention residents of Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District #185! The district has announced its proposed tax rate for the upcoming year, and there’s some important information you should know. For complete details, please refer to the original document.
Proposed Tax Rate Remains Steady
For the 2024 tax year, Fort Bend County M.U.D. #185 is proposing to maintain its current tax rate of $0.81500 per $100 of property value. This means the district is not increasing or decreasing the tax rate from last year.
Impact on Homeowners
While the tax rate remains unchanged, changes in property values may affect your tax bill. Here’s what the numbers show:
- The average appraised residence homestead value has increased from $442,313 to $482,345
- General homestead exemptions have also increased from $66,347 to $96,469
- The average residence homestead taxable value has risen from $375,966 to $385,876
- As a result, the tax on an average residence homestead is expected to increase by $80.76, or 2.63%
Public Hearing Details
If you want to learn more or share your thoughts, a public hearing has been scheduled:
- Date: September 18, 2024
- Time: 12:00 p.m.
- Location: 9 Greenway Plaza, Suite 1000, Houston, Texas 77046
Your Rights as a Taxpayer
The document outlines important information about taxpayer rights. Notably, if the adopted tax rate would result in a tax increase of more than 3.5% on the average residence homestead, an election must be held to approve the operation and maintenance tax rate. However, an election is not required if the adopted tax rate is less than or equal to the voter-approval tax rate.
Stay Informed
For more detailed information about how this might affect your specific property, visit Texas.gov/PropertyTaxes. This website, as mentioned in the notice, provides links to local property tax databases where you can access information about your property taxes, proposed rates, and scheduled public hearings.
If you have any questions, you can contact Bob Leared Interests at 713-932-9011, as stated in the original notice.
The Bottom Line
While the tax rate itself isn’t changing, changes in property values mean that many homeowners may see a slight increase in their tax bills. It’s crucial to stay informed about these changes and how they might affect you.
Remember, your participation in local governance matters. Whether you support or oppose this proposal, make your voice heard at the upcoming public hearing!