Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Rate – October 10, 2024

The Cypress Creek Utility District (U.D.) will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed tax rate for the year 2024. The details of the meeting are as follows:

Date: October 10, 2024
Time: 6:00 P.M.
Location: 10643 Mills Walk Drive, Houston, TX 77070

This hearing will address the proposed tax rate changes, which could affect individual property taxes depending on the adopted rate and changes in taxable property values.

Tax Rate Analysis

The proposed tax rate for 2024 is $0.395 per $100 of property value, reflecting a 17.91% increase from last year’s rate of $0.335 per $100.

For the average residence homestead, appraised at $288,092, this results in an increase in annual taxes from $925.52 to $1,137.96, a difference of $212.44, or 22.95%.

However, no election is required for this proposed rate, as it remains under the voter-approval tax rate threshold.

Learn More

For more details, please refer to the official “Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Rate,” or visit Texas.gov/PropertyTaxes for further property tax information, including the proposed rates and additional hearings.

Storm Debris Pickup Update

Texas Pride informed previously they would collect debris, but that has now changed. Harris County Precinct 3 will collect the storm debris, details below:

Texas Pride will collect a maximum of 2 garbage cans of household trash and a maximum of 3 trash bags of grass clippings on Wednesday and Saturday each for the week of July 15, 2024. Collection of recycle material will resume on Saturday.

Harris County Precinct 3 will begin collecting storm debris by making up to 3 passes on different dates through our district. Although the collection dates for our district are not known at this time, it is expected that they will commence soon. Please note that if bags are used for debris, the bags must be transparent. Debris in black trash bags will not be picked up by HC Precinct 3.

To ensure a satisfactory collection of trash, please do not comingle trash with storm debris. Keep trash and storm debris separate.

Meet the Candidates – Wednesday, April 17th

On Wednesday, April 17th, the Board of Cypress Creek Utility District (CCUD) is offering their residents an opportunity to meet the candidates for the upcoming CCUD directors election on Saturday, May 4th.

There are four candidates for two open director positions. All candidates will give an introduction, then the floor will be opened for questions.

We encourage everyone to take this opportunity to learn more about the candidates that are wanting to serve your district.

Location: Norchester Clubhouse, 13439 Jones Road, Houston, TX 77070
Date: Wednesday, April 17th
Time: 7 pm to 8 pm

CCUD ELECTION MAY 4th *NEW VOTING LOCATION*

Cypress Creek Utility District (CCUD) election for two Board of Director positions will be held Saturday, May 4th, 2024. The county has notified the CCUD Board of Directors that all water districts must hold their own election independent of other county elections.  We encourage all our customers to vote for your Board representatives!  Here are the details:

LOCATION:  Mills Walk Clubhouse at 10643 Mills Walk Drive, Houston, TX  77070.

TIMES:  Early voting: April 22-26 and April 29-30, 10:00a-7:00p.  Election Day: Saturday, May 4th, 7:00a-7:00p

BIOS SUBMITTED BY CANDIDATES  (presented in the order that candidates appears on the ballot):

Rick Harman – Incumbent

Rick Harman has served on the CCUD board as Director from 2020 to 2024, and as Secretary and liaison to the Lakewood Forest Plant Advisory Committee from 2022 to present. He has been instrumental in improving the relationship between the Board and its consultants and creating a more open board to the CCUD residents. His focus has been in preparing the district for the future.

Rick has a B.A. in History from the University of Missouri St. Louis, and a Master of Education with a focus in Advanced Literacy from Concordia University.  He has been a high school teacher for  24 years and currently is a team lead for Geography. Rick served in the U.S. Navy for ten years and had the privilege of serving on the USS Lexington before it was decommissioned.

Rick has been a resident of Norchester since 2016. He is committed to continuing to lead the district in improving the district’s infrastructure for the future of its residents while at the same time working hard to spend every penny wisely.

Theresa (Terry) Dildy – Incumbent

It has been an honor and privilege to serve as a CCUD Board Director for the past 7 years, 5 years as secretary and currently as Vice President.  My tenure on the board also includes responsibility for district communications (website, newsletters, emails & texts) and being a representative at several Association of Water Board Directors state and local conferences.

Education and Work Experience:  BS from Purdue University and an MS from Emory University in Nutrition Sciences. After working several years in nutrition research, I completed a 23 year career in the Texas Medical Center as Director of Patient Food Service at CHI St. Luke’s Hospital with responsibilities for budget and over 200 employees.

I have called Norchester home with my husband and family since 1997.  With a longstanding passion for clean water, being on the CCUD board is a natural way for me to serve this wonderful community.  If re-elected, my focus will continue to be:  1) superior water quality, 2) preparing our infrastructure to meet future demands and 3) ongoing financial stability and judicious use of our tax dollars.

Robert Jackson – Candidate

Experience:  Former Board member of Cypress Creek Utility District for approximately 13 years, Councilman to Lake Forest Plant Advisory Council (sewage plant) 2020-2022.  Chief Investment Officer 2020-2022.  District Representative to Association of Water Board Directors’ state conferences for continuing education.

Education and Qualifications:  University of Houston College of Pharmacy, Stephen F. Austin University College of Business:  B.S. Economics & Management.  Norchester resident since 1984.  Served on Board of Directors of Norchester Homeowner’s Association for over 10 years (mid 1990’s to early 2000’s) with Garbage, Street Light & Animal Control responsibilities.

Professional Work Experience:   Former partner/operator of several furniture stores in the Houston, Beaumont, Pt. Arthur and Austin areas.  Financial Consultant (retired) of Merrill Lynch & AG Edwards.  Partner in homebuilding company (retired).  Developer of townhouse communities (worked w/ various MUD’s in the creation of the communities)

I am retired but have continued my involvement with the Cypress Creek Utility District. My goals for the district are low taxes, good water and prudent financial management.

Julian Garcia – Candidate

Julian Garcia, a proud native Texan, spent his formative years along the US-Mexico border, where he developed a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for traditional conservative values. After graduating from The University of Texas at San Antonio, Julian began his engineering career as Engineer in Training, eventually earning his Professional Engineering license in 2017.

With a passion for public infrastructure, Julian has dedicated his career to serving communities across Texas, including TxDOT, City of San Antonio, Bexar County among others. His expertise lies in urban and rural roadway improvements, drainage enhancements, and utility coordination.

Since 2022, Julian and his family have called Norchester home, finding comfort in its welcoming community and charming surroundings. Beyond his professional endeavors, Julian finds joy in outdoor pursuits such as hiking, restoring muscle cars and cherishes moments with his loved ones.

CCUD NEEDS PAID ELECTION OFFICIALS

Cypress Creek Utility District’s (CCUD) election for two Board of Director positions will be held May 4th, 2024.  Harris County has notified all water districts that they must hold their own May, 2024 elections independent of other County elections.

CCUD is in need of paid volunteer election officials for the following dates and times:

  • Early voting: April 22-26 and April 29-30, 9:30a-7:30p
  • Election Day: Saturday, May 4th, 6:30a-7:30p

The hours worked each day could be split into 2 equal shifts if the team of election officials would prefer shorter hours. Election officials will include at least 1 Presiding Judge and 2 Election Clerks.  Training will be provided.  Requirements for these positions are as follows:

  • Presiding Judge must be a qualified registered voter in the County in which the District is wholly or partially located
  • All other election officials must be a qualified registered voter in the District

Volunteers will be paid for their time:  Presiding Judge $20/hr, Election Clerk $15/hour

If interested in being an election official, please contact:

Final Phase of Sanitary Sewer Rehab Work

The final phase of sanitary sewer rehab work along W. Cypress Forest Drive is scheduled to occur between 1/08/2024 to 1/19/2024.  Please click the following link to the Sanitary Rehab Phase Map for the locations where this work is schedule to occur.  If there are any issues associated with this work, residents should call Marcus Beasley at 832-206-6211, Mike Blasczyk at 832-396-1233 with Insituform Technologies, LLC.

While the Contractor will make their best efforts to stick to the tentative schedule, sometimes factors like weather and other circumstances may affect the schedule.