Fulshear-Katy Community Guide 2024-25

COUNTY COMMISSIONER

On behalf of the entire Fort Bend community, it gives me great pleasure to extend a warm welcome to every one of you. As the County Judge, I am truly honored to greet you as you embark on this exciting new chapter in your lives. Fort Bend County is a place of incredible growth, diversity, and opportunity. Over the past decade, we’ve witnessed remarkable progress, with our population soaring by over 41%. Today, we stand as the eighth-largest county in the state of Texas, boasting a vibrant community of over 945,000 residents. What truly sets Fort Bend apart is our rich tapestry of cultures and traditions. With over 100 different languages spoken and more than 30% of our residents coming from diverse international backgrounds, our county is a true melting pot of cultures. It’s this diversity that has earned us recognition as the 2nd Most Diverse County in Texas and the 5th Most Diverse County in the nation. Our community prides itself on embracing and celebrating the unique perspectives and traditions that each of our residents brings to the table. Whether it’s through festivals, cultural events, or simply day-to-day interactions, Fort Bend County is a place where diversity is not just tolerated but celebrated. As you settle into your new homes and neighborhoods, I encourage you to take full advantage of everything that Fort Bend has to offer. Explore our parks, savor our culinary delights, and get to know your neighbors. I have no doubt that you will find our community to be welcoming, inclusive, and filled with boundless opportunities for growth and connection. Once again, welcome to Fort Bend County. May your time here be filled with joy, prosperity, and meaningful connections. Warm regards, Welcome to Fort Bend County and to the wonderful neighborhoods of the Fulshear-Katy community. My name is Vincent Morales and I am honored to serve the north part of Fort Bend County as your Precinct 1 County Commissioner. We are a fast-growing, dynamic, and family-friendly area. There is an excitement to living here and we could not be more pleased to serve this beautiful part of Texas. The growth of our community is a joy to behold and every day we welcome new faces, new businesses, and new neighbors to our area. My office is here to serve you on matters related to county government, infrastructure, roads, parks, and a host of other services provided by Fort Bend County. As one of the Top 10 largest counties in Texas, the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court directs the budget and provides oversight of county operations and constituent needs. I am proud to work with one of the finest staffs in all of Texas and we stand ready to assist you. If you are new to our area, or new to Texas, we know that there is often a big adjustment to the new systems and ways of doing business with local public offices. Our area’s mobility, safety, and quality of life are very important to all of us, and we work every day to protect and preserve the services and systems that provide for so many thousands of our neighbors. If there’s anything we can do to help you with your family’s questions or needs as you get to know our neighborhoods and community — please don’t hesitate to contact us. My staff and I pride ourselves on providing customer service and communication to our growing population. We are here to keep you informed and involved with your local and county government. Please feel free to reach out to our office at any time at 281-344-9400. Thank you for being part of our community, for making your home here, and for being our neighbors. Together, we have a bright future in the Fulshear-Katy area! Sincerely, Vincent Morales County Commissioner

FORT BEND COUNTY JUDGE

KP George Fort Bend County Judge

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