Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Fulshear public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in environment
Land Subsidence
Fulshear partnered with the North Fort Bend Water Authority to secure guaranteed surface water, which eliminates the need for a planned $40 million local water plant and helps combat severe regional land subsidence.
Belmont Estates Drainage and Lot Size
Residents expressed strong opposition to a replat that places shared detention ponds on private residential lots, raising concerns over property usability, maintenance liabilities, and safety. City staff and legal counsel noted that state law and current city codes left no grounds for denial.
Water Conservation Rebates
Fulshear is now in Stage 1 water conservation. This means everyone needs to cut back on how much water they use. Let's all do our part to save water!
Water and Wastewater Rate Structure and Infrastructure Funding
The city formed a special committee to review water and wastewater rates and capital improvement plans to ensure infrastructure funding without overburdening residents.
Waterline Issue
Fulshear's city leaders are vowing to be more transparent after a recent waterline mess in Cross Creek Ranch. They're promising to keep residents better informed about what's happening.
Water Pressure Advisory
Fulshear residents, especially downtown, need to boil their water due to a recent electrical surge that dropped the pressure. This is a temporary measure to ensure safety after the disruption.