TOWNSHIP Talk FROM THE BOARDROOM During its July meetings, The Woodlands Township Board considered several key initiatives and discussed a range of important topics. The Board held its second pre-budget workshop in July to prepare for upcoming budget sessions scheduled for August 18–22. The pre- budget discussion provided an early look at potential initiatives related to law enforcement enhancements, transportation services and park projects. The Board approved updates to its operations policy and 2025 meeting schedule to comply with new requirements under House Bill 1522. Meetings will move to the third and fourth Thursdays beginning September 1 to meet revised posting deadlines, and will still begin at 6 p.m. Chief Financial Officer Kellan Shaw presented the June financial report to the Board, noting revenues exceeded the budget by $3.6 million and expenditures came in $6.3 million under budget, driven by strong sales tax collections and departmental savings. County law enforcement agencies presented second quarter reports to the Board. Captain Rhyan Droddy with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office reported 314 hours of proactive overtime patrols in high-traffic areas such as Town Center, resulting in 11 arrests, arrests for “bank jugging” and the use of robotics. Lieutenant Jason Cearly with Harris County Precinct 4 reported ongoing efforts to address fraud and reduce property crimes, particularly in Creekside Park. Montgomery County Precinct 3 reported felony charges from child exploitation and drug seizures. The Board officially called the November 4, 2025, Board of Directors Election. Voting will be administered by Montgomery and Harris counties in accordance with state law. Applications for a place on the ballot will be accepted through August 18, with the deadline to file a declaration of write-in candidacy on August 22. Residents can view the meetings and materials online at thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.
AUGUST 2025 - INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE WOODLANDS TOWNSHIP
ARE GARAGE SALES ALLOWED?
No. Garage, yard and estate sales are not
allowed in order to help maintain neighborhood safety and minimize traffic concerns. These types of sales can
unintentionally attract unfamiliar visitors and lead to street parking
which blocks emergency access. To offer a safe and convenient alternative, The Woodlands Residential Development Standards allow for virtual sales through online platforms, provided the guidelines below are followed: • Do not advertise your address publicly. • Item pick-up must be by appointment only, one buyer at a time. • All visitor parking must be in the seller’s driveway. • Signage is not allowed.
Safety is a top priority in The Woodlands, especially with a new school year underway. Drivers should slow down, stay alert and put down cell phones—fines can be issued for using devices in school zones. Parents are encouraged to review safety tips with children, like how to cross streets safely and follow bike or bus rules. Let’s work together for a safe and successful start to the school year. SCHOOL ZONE SAFETY THEWOODLANDSTOWNSHIP-TX.GOV/NEIGHBOR
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REGISTER FOR TOWNSHIP ALERTS Timely alerts can help you and your family stay safe during emergencies. The Woodlands Township’s new alert system delivers critical notifications by text, email or voice call. Signing up ensures you receive the latest updates and allows you to include additional contact details for your household. If you previously signed up for Township alerts, your contact details were transferred—but we still encourage you to register to access all features and keep your information current.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of fun at the Labor Day Festival at Waterway Square on Sunday, August 31, from 5 to 9 p.m. Enjoy live music, kids’ activities, face painting, roaming performers and pie-eating contests, all capped off with a spectacular fireworks finale! Pack your blankets, lawn chairs and coolers (no glass, please) for a relaxing evening outdoors. Grab a drink at the beverage booth and show some love to local restaurants before or after the event. FESTIVAL FUN AHEAD
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HONORING WORK, FREEDOM AND FIRST RESPONDERS
SUNDAY, AUGUST 31 WATERWAY SQUARE 5 TO 9 P.M.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 ALDEN BRIDGE SPORTS PARK 4 TO 7 P.M.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 CENTRAL FIRE STATION 7:30 TO 8 A.M.
DETAILS AND MORE EVENTS ONLINE AT THEWOODLANDSTOWNSHIP-TX.GOV/CALENDAR
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