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TOWNSHIP Talk FROM THE BOARDROOM The Woodlands Township Board of Directors met in January to discuss key community initiatives, approve agreements and receive updates on financial performance, infrastructure projects and public safety efforts. Proclamations honored Gil Staley for his 20 years of service as CEO of The Woodlands Area Economic Development Partnership and designated January 25 as the 49th anniversary of The Woodlands Arbor Day. Reports were presented on law enforcement efforts, wildfire preparedness and ongoing infrastructure projects. The Board received an update on the expansion of Kuykendahl Road, a Montgomery County project aimed at alleviating congestion through widening and improved intersections. Construction progress on Fire Station 5 and the Emergency Training Center was also reviewed, with enhancements expected to improve firefighter training and emergency response. A financial report showed Township revenue at $129 million, exceeding budget projections by $1.6 million. Higher-than-expected hotel occupancy tax collections reached a record-breaking $10.3 million and mixed beverage tax revenue was 23% over budget. Sales tax collections totaled $73.8 million, slightly below projections but still reflecting growth over the previous year. Hurricane Beryl recovery costs impacted expenditures, though the Township remained $3.7 million under budget overall. Infrastructure projects included the approval to develop construction drawings for landscaping improvements along SH 242, an extension of the construction access agreement for The Woodlands Waterway and new programmable lighting for the Waterway Avenue Bridge. Routine items such as insurance renewals and administrative reports were also approved. Residents are encouraged to attend Board meetings, typically held on the third Thursday and fourth Wednesday of each month. Meetings are streamed live on the Township website, and email recaps are distributed via The Boardroom Briefing after each meeting. Subscribe online at thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/subscribe .
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4 POST Rehab + Wellness Clinical director Erik Calzada said the wellness center opened in The Woodlands in late October. POST Rehab + Wellness o ers physical, speech and occupational therapy, along with wellness services, Calzada said. • Opened in late October • 8008 Ashlane Way, Ste. 120, The Woodlands • www.postrehabandwellness.com 5 Wellness Remedies The holistic health and remedy center o cially opened in December, owners Mike and Angela Roberts said. The owners said the location will provide salt room therapy, as well as wellness options such as red light therapy and a private sauna room. • Opened Dec. 9 • 2330 FM 1488, Ste. 200, Conroe • www.wellnessremedies.net 6 Panicafe Argentinian bakery and co ee shop Panicafe opened its rst Spring location in early December, bringing a variety of baked goods such as bagels, croissants and cookies to the area. • Opened Dec. 9 • 24345 Gosling Road, Ste. 120A, Spring • www.panicafetx.com 7 Emiliano’s Pizzeria The pizzeria will o er New York-style pizza with multiple toppings as well as calzones, garlic bread and garlic knots. The dessert portion of the menu features items like tiramisu and chocolate mousse cake. • Opened Feb. 17 8 Team Kim’s World Taekwondo The martial arts school o ers classes for ages 3 and older, including adults, in the Magnolia, The Woodlands, Tomball and Conroe area, according to its website. • Opened Dec. 9 • 5417 FM 1488, Ste. G, Magnolia • www.tktkd.com • 30340 FM 2978, The Woodlands • Social accounts: Emiliano’s Pizzeria
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1 Yard House Located in front of The Woodlands Mall, the new Yard House features a bar with 90 taps including American craft and imported beers, and a menu with 80 dishes. • Opened Feb. 9 • 1105 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands • www.yardhouse.com 2 Le Creuset Le Creuset o ers cookware and bakeware, including dutch ovens and skillets, as well as kitchen tools in a
• 14900 I-45 S., Conroe • www.lecreuset.com
3 Blue Lion Pub The pub held a soft opening at its new location on McBeth Way in The Woodlands in January, an employee said. The pub previously had a location in Grogans Mill Village Center. • Opened Jan. 10 • 8000 McBeth Way, Ste. 100, The Woodlands • www.blueliontx.com
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Isaiah 117 House The nonpro t organization that cares for children awaiting foster placement opened a house that serves Montgomery and Walker counties, according to a Jan. 7 news release. • Opened Jan. 26 • Serves Montgomery and Walker counties • www.isaiah117house.com
years of business in The Woodlands through April 30, according to a Jan. 3 news release. Bar Louie provides cocktails and alcoholic beverages alongside a variety of restaurant o erings. • 24 Waterway Ave., The Woodlands • www.barlouie.com
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The school marked its 15th anniversary with celebrations in December. The private preschool features specialty enrichment classes, computers, music, a library, a gym and a science lab. It serves children 18 months old through kindergarten. • 1500 Woodstead Court, The Woodlands • www.theyounglearners.com 14 Woodall Rensimer A Jan. 8 news release said the business formally known as The Woodall Law Firm rebranded to Woodall Rensimer in early January. • 1725 Hughes Landing Blvd., Ste. 1250, The Woodlands • www.woodallrensimer.com 15 Market Street A Feb. 3 news release from Market Street announced the departure of General Manager Jenny Taylor, who will be continuing her career in luxury retail in Florida. Taylor’s last day as Market Street general manager is Feb. 28. She joined Market Street as a marketing director in 2005.. • 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands • www.shopatmarketstreet.com The Woodlands Garden Club Edie Apiscopa, publicity chair, said the nonpro t founded in 1994 celebrated its 30th anniversary in December. The club focuses on community and hospice
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9 Magnolia Soap & Bath The shop will sell locally handcrafted soap and bath products, laundry detergent, home items and more. All products are plant-based, owner Christina Nicklas said. • Opening in March • 6318 FM 1488, Ste. 110, Magnolia • www.mymagnoliasoap.com 10 Creekside Comprehensive Care Center The new center is slated to open in April, o cials with Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital said. It will include space for up to 10 providers, o cials previously said. • Opening in April • 26424 Strake Drive, The Woodlands • www.houstonmethodist.org/comprehensive-care- centers
17 Spanish Flowers Mexican restaurant Spanish Flowers opened its fourth Houston location at The Woodlands Mall in mid-January, according to management. Spanish Flowers was founded in 1979 in Houston and specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine as well as modern cooking styles. • Opened Jan. 18 • 1201 Lake Woodlands Drive, Ste. 304, The Woodlands • www.spanishflowerrestaurant.com
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an employee con rmed. A Spring location remains open. The restaurant serves soup dumplings, hand-pulled noodles, bao buns stu ed with meat or vegetables, and other Chinese dishes. • Closed in January • 3335 College Park Drive, Ste. 800, The Woodlands • www.noodlekitchentx.com 18 La Nonna The restaurant closed in December, according to a notice posted on the business door. It served items such as salads, bowls and paninis. • 26400 Kuykendahl Road, Ste. C130, The Woodlands • www.lanonnarest.com
11 Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center celebrated its 40th anniversary Jan. 15, according to a news release from the hospital. The medical center’s 1,400-plus a liated physicians across o er services from routine outpatient visits to complex, acute inpatient procedures. • 9250 Pinecroft Drive, The Woodlands • www.memorialhermann.org 12 Bar Louie Chicago-based gastrobar Bar Louie is celebrating 35
work as well as educational programs. • www.thewoodlandsgardenclub.org
Closings
16 Noodle Kitchen The restaurant has closed its The Woodlands location,
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3 Sydney Jayde + Co Boutique The boutique offers trendy, quality clothing and accessories, owner Kourtni Stanaker said. In addition, it offers shoes, boots, bags, purses, candles, mugs, and bath and beauty items, according to the store website. • Opened Nov. 30 • 2757 Rayford Road, Ste. D, Spring • www.sydneyjaydeandco.com
5 SomiSomi Soft Serve & Taiyaki SomiSomi Soft Serve & Taiyaki will serve its signature goldfish-shaped waffle cone stuffed with a choice of filling and soft serve ice cream. Fillings include Nutella, custard, red beans, matcha custard and black sesame. • Opening this spring • 8821 Metropark Drive, Ste. 1300, Shenandoah • www.somisomi.com
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fresh crepes inside the H-E-B location along Hwy. 242, per a message on social media from the company. • Opened Feb. 1
• Opening in February • 3555 Rayford Road, Ste. 70, Spring • www.duckdonuts.com
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1 Silver Spoons Officials said the restaurant offers Indian cuisine with traditional recipes such as sizzling Tandoori dishes, curries and golden samosas. The menu also includes chaat, with street food options such as bhel puri and aloo tikki. Vegetarian and meat dishes are both available
• 10200 Hwy. 242, Conroe • www.beansandberries.com
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6 321 SkinGlow The business is planning to open at Market at Harper’s Preserve in Conroe, according to a filing with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. The project was slated to begin work in January and be complete on Sept. 30. The company will feature services such as chemical peels, HydraFacial treatment and microneedling, according to its website. • 10350 Hwy. 242, Ste. 200, Conroe • www.321skinglow.com
at the restaurant. • Opened Jan. 16 • 10463 Hwy. 242, Ste. 170, Conroe • www.silverspoonsusa.com
4 Duck Donuts The Pennsylvania-based doughnut chain founded in 2007 offers specialty doughnuts like the Bacon in the Sun, Blueberry Lemonade and Blueberry Pancake, according to its website. The business’ location in Spring will be its first in the Greater Houston area, according to its website.
2 Beans and Berries The cafe offers handcrafted coffee, tropical drinks and
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live music presentation. • March 2, 5:30-7:30 p.m. • Free • Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov Read with the Dogs The program encourages children to practice their reading skills by reading to specially trained therapy dogs. • March 8, 10-11 a.m. • Free • South Regional Library, 2101 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands • www.countylibrary.org/south Backyard Composting Class Attendees can learn how to enrich a lawn and garden with compost. • March 8, 10-11:30 a.m. • Free • Outdoor Composting Classroom, 8203 Millennium Forest Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov 18th Annual Creekwood Fishing Derby Participants can win prizes for the longest and heaviest fish caught. • March 15, 8-10 a.m. • Free (registration) • Creekwood Park and Pond, 3833 S. Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov Puzzle Palooza Teams work together to complete a 500-piece puzzle. • March 16, 2-4 p.m. • $50 (per team of four) • Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464
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The Woodlands 5K Individuals are invited to run or walk the 5K course that will traverse Town Center. • Feb. 22, 7:30 a.m. • $75 • The Woodlands Waterway, Waterway Ave., The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandsmarathon.com Family Pickleball Night All nets will be available for family pickleball drop-in night. There will be limited paddles and balls to borrow. • Feb. 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m. • $3 (per person) • Bear Branch Park, 5310 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov Dr. Seuss book reading Children can attend a book reading featuring a Dr. Seuss book that follows a brother and sister into a pet store as they try to make up their minds as to what pet to choose. • Feb. 28, 11 a.m. • $9 (museum admission) • The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W. Panther
Touch a Truck This event will feature an array of big trucks, off- road and first responder vehicles and is designed for all ages. • Feb. 22, 9 a.m.-noon • Free • Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
Creek Drive, Ste. 280, The Woodlands • www.woodlandschildrensmuseum.org
at the South Regional Library. • March 20, 5-8 p.m.; March 21, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; March 22, 9 a.m.-noon • Free (admission March 21-22), $5 (donation March 20) • Community Center, 2235 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands South Regional Library Meeting Room, 2101 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands • www.countylibrary.org/south Family Movie Night Families can enjoy a classic family movie night at the Rob Fleming Recreation Center. • March 21, 7:30-9:30 p.m. • $5 (admission) • Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464
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Home and Outdoor Living Show Attendees can shop around for home goods, seasonal decor, artisan furniture and products for any type of home improvement or DIY home project. • March 1, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; March 2, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. • Free (admission) • The Lone Star Convention & Expo Center, 9055 Airport Road, Conroe • www.texwoodshows.com March Music Madness Attendees can swing by The Woodlands Township tent for a giveaway for children during the Concert in the Park
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Friends of the Library Book Sale The annual book sale will feature books, games and DVDs at the Community Center and books for children
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The Woodlands Marathon Participants have the opportunity to run for charities in the Charity Challenge while friends, family and spectators line the streets at various cheer zones to encourage athletes along the way. A 10K and a half marathon are also taking place the same day with later start times. • March 1, 6:30 a.m. • Registration fees vary • The Woodlands Waterway • www.thewoodlandsmarathon.com
Spicy Tails Art Sale The outdoor art sale will feature local vendors selling original artwork, live music, children’s activities, food trucks and a crawfish cookoff. • March 8, 2-6 p.m.
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Dosey Doe Breakfast, BBQ & Whiskey Bar 2626 Research Forest Drive, Ste. B, The Woodlands www.doseydoetickets.com • Feb. 22: Belles, 8 p.m. • Feb. 26: Taylor Teasley & Tori Hughes, 8 p.m. • Feb. 27: The Faster Horses, 8 p.m.
Live music
Back Table 2301 N. Millbend Drive, The Woodlands www.backtabletx.com • Feb. 22: Jason Ray, 6 p.m. • March 1: Kyonte Vincent, 6 p.m. • March 8: Kyonte Vincent, 6 p.m. • March 15: Caretta Bell, 6 p.m. • March 22: Becca Ciribelli, 6 p.m. • March 29: Caretta Bell, 6 p.m. Cellar 24 6700 Woodlands Parkway, The Woodlands www.cellar-24.com • Feb. 28: Austin Bradshaw, 7 p.m. • March 14: Shayne Porter, 7 p.m. • March 21: Austin Bradshaw, 7 p.m. • March 28: Justin LeBlanc, 7 p.m. Como Social Club 2 Waterway Square Place, The Woodlands www.comosocialclub.com
• Feb. 28: Braydon Zink, 8 p.m. • March 1: Don Stalling, 8 p.m. • March 5: Drew Harakal, 7:30 p.m. • March 6: Caleb Lane, 8 p.m. • March 7: Macy Dot, 8 p.m.
• March 8: Nichole Wagner, 8 p.m. • March 13: Logan Samford, 8 p.m. • March 14: Lucas Sousa, 8 p.m. • March 21: Cody Joe Hodges, 8 p.m. • March 28: Lane Bricker, 8 p.m. Hyatt Centric The Woodlands 9595 Six Pines Drive, Ste. 1100, The Woodlands www.hyatt.com
• Feb. 22: Ryan Pinnick, 6 p.m. • Feb. 28: Nico Rincon, 6 p.m. Sawyer Park Ice House
314 Pruitt Road, Spring www.sawyerpark.com • March 28: Austin Meade, 9:30 p.m The Refuge Bar and Bistro 8540 Creekside Forest Drive, Ste. C800, The Woodlands www.refugeinthewoodlands.com • Feb. 22: Yelba, 6 p.m. • Feb. 28: Jimmie Hunter, 6 p.m. • March 1: A.J. Santana, 6 p.m. • March 7: Yelba, 6 p.m. • March 8: A.J. Santana, 6 p.m. • March 14: Justin LeBlanc, 6 p.m. • March 15: Jimmie Hunter, 6 p.m. • March 21: Billy Pope, 6 p.m. • March 28: Jimmie Hunter, 6 p.m. • March 29: Unique Soul Band, 6 p.m. Waterway Nights Spring Series Waterway Square, 31 Waterway Square Place, The Woodlands
• Feb. 22: Khiara Lewis & Colby Beserra, 9 p.m. • Feb. 28: Ellen Radford & Ben Garcia, 9 p.m. • March 1: Luke Whitney & Sophie Mystique, 9 p.m. • March 7: Sophie Mystique & Colby Beserra, 9 p.m. • March 8: Mikey Wolf & Ellen Radford, 9 p.m. • March 14: Mikey Wolf & Kendra Neal, 9 p.m. • March 15: Luke Whitney & Casey Flax, 9 p.m. • March 21: Kendra Neal & Isaiah Rangel, 9 p.m. • March 22: Sophie Mystique & Luke Whitney, 9 p.m. Dosey Doe-The Big Barn 25911 I-45, Spring www.doseydoetickets.com • Feb. 28: William Beckmann, 8:30 p.m. • March 1: Bellamy Brothers, 8:30 p.m. • March 7: Anthony Gomes, 8:30 p.m. • March 15: Dale Watson, 8:30 p.m. • March 20: The PettyBreakers, 8:30 p.m. • March 21: The Lowdown Drifters, 8:30 p.m. • March 23: David Wilcox, 7:30 p.m. • March 27: J.R. Carroll, 8:30 p.m. • March 28: The Music of Abba, 8:30 p.m.
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Events
BY JOVANNA AGUILAR & VANESSA HOLT
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s carnival ride tickets are sold separately at the rodeo grounds.
The rodeo features several competitions ranging from livestock and horse shows to art.
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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo returns Since 1932, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has promoted agriculture by hosting an annual rodeo that educates and entertains the public, supports Texas youth, showcases Western heritage and provides year-round educational support within the community. What to expect
The rodeo’s entertainment lineup includes rock, country, pop, regional Mexican and Christian artists.
Dates to know Ahead of the HLSR season, rodeo enthusiasts can look forward to several pre-rodeo events including: Feb. 27-March 1: The 2025 World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest features over 250 teams. Feb. 28: On Go Texan Day, the uno cial kicko of the HLSR, the Houston community is invited to celebrate Western heritage to raise awareness of Rodeo season. March 1: The Rodeo Run precedes the Downtown Rodeo Parade and kicks o with a wheelchair race, followed by a 5K and 10K. The parade will feature decorative oats with thousands of men and women on horseback as well as marching bands.
Held from March 4-23, the HLSR will show- case a livestock show, a horse show, auctions, a carnival and carnival food. Attendees can purchase single-day carnival admission, season tickets or performance tickets. Carnival admission is included with the purchase of an NRG Park admission ticket or a rodeo and concert ticket, per the website. Concert attendees can select from 20 perfor- mances with performers, such as Luke Bryan and Post Malone, which were announced Jan. 9. Grounds tickets are $21 online and include admission to NRG Park but do not allow entrance into NRG Stadium for the rodeo and concert performances. Carnival admission is included with the purchase of a grounds ticket; however, carnival tickets must be purchased separately and are $1.25 each. Most rides require three to eight
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Go Tejano Day on March 16 will feature various Mexican heritage performances.
A new 100-foot mural by Houston-based artis- tic duo Made X Chilly will be unveiled on Feb. 27. New rides attendees can expect include Over- drive, a spinning amusement ride, and Enchanted Castle, a two-story mirror maze. New foods include Asian Streetness, which consists of a crab rangoon, snack pack combo and brisket fried rice. More details The Woodlands Rodeo Express service returns this year with round-trip tickets from the Saw- dust Park and Ride, 701 Westridge Road, Spring, to NRG stadium. Tickets must be purchased in advance for the service for $15 per person plus service fees.
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The HLSR also has several new art installations, rides and food selections attendees can expect this season.
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo promotes educating youth about agriculture.
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Government
BY JESSICA SHORTEN
Montgomery County to pursue $480M road bond in May
The timeline
Deitz said once the bond election is called commissioners can not advocate for or against the bond initiative. Mark Mooney, a senior project engineer with LJA Engineering and former Mont- gomery County engineer, said the rm will work with commissioners to set public workshop dates in each precinct to conduct outreach initiatives ahead of the May 3 election. “We’ve got three and a half months before the election actually occurs, and there’s a lot of information materials that [the county] will likely provide over that period of time and discuss with the voters what impact this is going to have on the taxes, because they’re all going to be asked,” Deitz said on Jan. 31. Commissioners previously discussed including some infrastructure projects such as a new animal shelter on a bond issue in 2024. However, County Judge Mark Keough said infrastructure projects were no longer on the table for a May bond elec- tion to allow the county to focus on road needs.
Montgomery County commissioners unanimously agreed Feb. 11 to pursue a $480 million road bond in May—the rst bond initiative the county has put forth since 2015. During a special workshop on Jan. 31, commissioners received information from the county’s bond nancial advisor John Robuck and bond counsel Marcus Deitz, who outlined three options for a May bond initiative. The presentation included options for no tax rate impact, a $0.005 tax rate increase and a $0.01 tax rate increase. Commissioners agreed to pursue the $480 million bond scenario o cially on Feb. 11, which would have no impact on the county’s debt service tax rate if it is approved by voters May 3.
Bond scenarios considered Bond scenario 1: $450M-$480M • Tax rate impact: No increase • Amount per precinct: $120M
Bond scenario 2: $600M • Tax rate impact: $0.005 increase per $100 valuation • Amount per precinct: $130M-$160M Bond scenario 3: $750M • Tax rate impact: $0.01 increase per $100 valuation • Amount per precinct: $175M-$200M
SOURCES: MONTGOMERY COUNTY, BOK FINANCIALS COMMUNITY IMPACT
In their words
“I’m making three-lane roads out of everything I’ve got. ... I’m putting in lanes, 11-foot turn lanes, 8-foot
“We’re not just using this money for the next three years; we’re using it for the next stage, which
“We have to get the trust of the public to do this. ... We have to look beyond today or tomorrow or
is 15 20 years.” RITCH WHEELER, COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT 3
shoulders.” CHARLIE RILEY, COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT 2
next year.” MATT GRAY, COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT 4
Looking ahead
projects to the public. Carter said the county has set up a question line for all public inquiries regarding the bond e ort to prevent commissioners from violating the Texas Open Meetings Act. Questions can be sent to roadbond25@ mctx.org, and they will be directed to the appropriate commissioner.
ensure no commissioner spends over the $120 million limit during the bond issuances. “If you spend your money a little bit faster than [other commissioners], that’s okay, we’re not going to stop you doing your projects, but your $120 million is your max,” Carter said. County o cials said public hearings will be scheduled in the near future to present
If the bond measure is approved by voters, the soonest commissioners will be able to receive bond funds is August, Robuck said. The rst issuance would give each commissioner $30 million to work with through the end of 2025 Budget Director Amanda Carter said she would monitor the division of bond funds alongside County Auditor Rakesh Pandey and County Treasurer Melanie Bush’s o ces to
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Government
BY VANESSA HOLT & JESSICA SHORTEN
Council positions open in 2 cities Two local cities could see elections in May if the city council positions open are contested. The filing deadline for both Oak Ridge North and Shenandoah city council posi- tions for the May 3 election was Feb. 14, after press time. What to know The May election will be for terms for council positions 2, 3 and 4 in Shenandoah, and positions 2, 4 and 5 in Oak Ridge North. In Shenandoah, Joe Summerlin was recently appointed Nov. 13 as council member for Position 2 after former council member Ted Fletcher resigned from his position, as previously reported by Community Impact . If all positions are unopposed, the cities will have the option to cancel the elections.
Hwy. 242 median concept design approved The Woodlands Township board of directors approved a concept design Jan. 16 for the Hwy. 242 median being constructed by the Texas Depart- ment of Transportation for $700,000 as part of a traffic flow enhancement project. The context The median design is part of a number of lane improvements along the 4.36-mile stretch of Hwy. 242 from I-45 to FM 1488 by TxDOT such as widening and restriping. John McGowan, the township’s director of parks and recreation, said the new medians would include foliage shared across all township entry signs and medians. TxDOT will fund the landscaping and median construction as part of the agreement made with the township in 2022, which only required the township to cover the cost of a conceptual design. According to contract documents between the County terminates library director Montgomery County on Jan. 29 officially terminated Rhea Young, who served as executive director over the Montgomery County Memorial Library System, following concerns from the public voiced at Com- missioners Court meetings regarding the availability of “conservative literature.” What you need to know Montgomery County commissioners voted 4-1 on Feb. 11 to affirm the termination after Young and a number of residents petitioned for her reinstatement. Precinct 2 Commissioner Charlie Riley was the dissenting vote. “The future of the library system is vital to me and I will immediately begin a nationwide search for a new library director that shares the value of the community.” MARK KEOUGH, MONTGOMERY COUNTY JUDGE
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township and TxDOT, construction on the median improvements is set to begin in late 2025. Quote of note “We believe that [Hwy.] 242 should look like the rest of our main thoroughfares, and whatever we’ve got to do to make that happen ... [we’ve got to] make sure that we’re on top of that,” said Brad Bailey, chair of The Woodlands Township board of directors. The Woodlands outlines 2025 legislative priorities As the Texas Legislature proceeds with its 89th session, The Woodlands Township board of direc- tors is looking to amend its enabling legislation in an effort to allow the township greater autonomy as a special-purpose district. What you need to know Director of Intergovernmental Affairs Todd Stephens presented two priorities to the township board on Jan. 22 for lobbying firm Williams Public Affairs to focus on during the legislative session, both of which aim to amend the township’s enabling legislation. One is to allow the township to create a tax abatement agreement. According to the Texas Comptroller’s Office, a tax abatement exempts a business from taxation on increases in the value of the property for up to 10 years. The second is to be able to apply for state fund- ing with the Event Trust Funds Program for major sports and entertainment events which occur in The Woodlands, such as the Chevron Cham- pionship and the Memorial Hermann Ironman Texas event. The program is administered by the
Creating tax abatement agreements Changes to the township’s enabling legislation could allow it to: Create tax abatement agreements
for economic development Create its own incentives and guidelines Not rely on the county to initiate tax abatement agreements
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governor’s office to help incentivize major sports events to come to various municipalities across the state. What else? Board members voted unanimously, with Linda Nelson and Richard Franks absent, to pursue the priorities outlined by Stephens. Stephens also said the Legislature will be “taking a closer look” at special-purpose districts this session due to some concerns regarding abuses of the system. How- ever, he said the township has not been an area of concern for legislators.
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BY JESSICA SHORTEN
Precinct 3 sta work across multiple departments, including the recycling center, nature center and road maintenance.
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COURTESY PRECINCT 3 COMMISSIONER’S OFFICE
Meet Montgomery County Precinct 3 Commissioner Wheeler Montgomery County Precinct 3 Commissioner Ritch Wheeler sat down with Community Impact on Jan. 24 to discuss the future of Precinct 3 and what priorities he has for the next four years. Answers have been edited for length and clarity. When it comes to the operations of the Precinct 3 Commissioner’s O ce, are there any particular areas you want to grow or expand over the next four years? I haven’t identi ed any areas yet that we need to grow the o ce, per se. What I will say is we know that The Woodlands is 50 years old. I mean, we just celebrated a birthday, and we know that Imperial Oaks and Benders Landing and Spring Trails and Harmony and Woodson’s Reserve and Oak Ridge North, Shenandoah, all of those other areas in the precinct outside of The Woodlands, while they may not be, at least not all of them, as old, they have their own infrastructure needs as well. So what we’ve got to balance is where do we need new infrastructure to help mitigate some of the congestion that these folks are dealing with? Then where do we need to go back and start replacing existing infrastructure? Because [Precinct 3] is just aging, we’re 50 years old, and at some point you
The Precinct 3 Commissioner’s O ce oversees a number of facilities, including:
Residential Recycling Facility
South Montgomery County Community Center
George & Cynthia Woods Mitchell and South Montgomery County libraries
Mosquito Abatement Program
Spring Creek Nature Center
have got to start looking at replacing stu . What needs have you identi ed for a potential road bond in 2025? Intersection improvements, signalization improvements, ... but then we know we have some infrastructure needs in other areas that are going to help move tra c. That’s new infrastructure. That’s I’ll give you a couple of examples, for instance, Rayford Road and [the Grand Parkway] at Rayford Road, 99 at Birnham Woods ... neither one of those have a dedicated right-hand turn lane. We’re going to look real hard at Robinson Road in Oak Ridge North, and can we help with the project that Oak Ridge North is doing at the Robinson Road and Hanna [Road] intersection? Is there a way that we can help with storage and maybe even extend- ing some of those improvements to help move tra c through that area better? I think the big one is, can we take Townsen Boulevard from Rayford Road north to [the Grand Parkway]. That’s a big endeavor, but ... for those folks that live along Rayford Road, they only have one way in and one way out, and so it’s not safe if we have a natural disaster of some sort where they get bottled in, we can’t get rst responders down there. We
can’t get re trucks, ambulances—they can’t get out, because that’s their only access. What should Precinct 3 residents expect from the o ce going forward? What they need to know about this o ce going forward is we’re going to have a culture shift. So, we as an executive team, have really tried to put the message out, not only internally, but externally, that we’re here, we’re open, we’re open for busi- ness, we’re available. We want to hear from people. We want to collab- orate with them. We’re going to be as transparent as possible with new projects coming online so that we can get feedback, and so really, what we want people to know is that we’re open, we’re open and we’re available, and we’re going to have a culture shift to be more collaborative with the community.
This interview has been edited for length and clarity. For a longer version, visit communityimpact.com.
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