Wildlife Surrounds Us in Southern Colony / FBMUD 131

Southern Colony’s abundance of trees and waterways is what draws many residents to our community. This natural beauty is also the perfect environment for many of Texas’ native animals. When the weather warms, residents may notice what appears to be an increase in wildlife sightings. Just as we head outdoors to enjoy the weather, so does the surrounding wildlife.

April and May are mating season for alligators, and residents are likely to notice more movement across land by our reptillian neighbhors. Alligators, snakes, birds, ducks, and a number of other animals were here long before houses and businesses were built, and these animals continue to live in our comunity.

While it may be a bit of a surprise or unsettling to see an alligator or a snake, all are naturally feaful of man and will turn away if not antagonized. The best plan of action is one of avoidance; residents should be mindful of where they are walking, keep pets on a leash, and avoid tall grasses and the edge of lakes (where alligators and snakes may sunbathe). When letting pets out into yards in the early morning and evening hours, it may be a good idea to remain outdoors with them.

We do not remove or schedule removal of an animal. Residents are encouraged to contact Fort Bend Animal Control at 281/342-1512 or the Texas Parks and Wildlife southwest Houston office at 713/779-8977. Residents should be aware that both entities encourage learning to co-exist with our animal neighbors.

Welcome to FBCMUD 131

Mission Statement

Fort Bend MUD #131 Board will operate with transparency, integrity, and responsibly. We will maintain our water, wastewater, and recreational facilities in a manner that meets or exceeds regulatory requirements and provides adequate and reliable capacity for District needs. We will operate the District in a manner that protects the public health, ensures the financial stability of the District, and benefits the community.

District Elections

Elections – Bonds

The District does not currently have a pending bond election.

Elections – Directors

The next election for the District will be held on May 4, 2024.

To be qualified to serve as a director, a person shall be at least 18 years old, a resident citizen of the State of Texas, and be a qualified property taxpaying elector of the precinct and county within the District.

Applications:

To run for election to the District’s Board of Directors, a person must file an application for a place on the ballot. The application must be filed with the Secretary of the District’s Board of Directors or his designated agent by mail, fax or in person. An application may be downloaded/printed from the website of the Texas Secretary of State at https://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/forms/pol-sub/2-21f.pdf.

Please refer to the Notice of Deadline to File Applications for a Place on the Ballot, or, reach out to the election agent, Jane Maher at jane.maher@nortonrosefulbright.com. Any additional information will be given at that time.

Director candidacy filing requirements and deadlines are as follows:
  • Texas Ethics Commission – Forms and Instructions
  • First day to file for place on May 4, 2024 general election ballot is Wednesday, January 17, 2024.
  • Last day to file for place on May 4, 2024 general election ballot is by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 16, 2024.
  • A person may run for election to the District’s Board of Directors as a write-in candidate and to do so must file a declaration of write-in candidacy. The declaration must be filed with the Secretary of the District’s Board of Directors or his/her designated agent by mail, fax, email or in person. A declaration form may be downloaded/printed from the website of the Texas Secretary of State at https://www.sos.texas.gov/elections/forms/pol-sub/2-23f.pdf
  • Deadline to file write-in candidacy declaration for May 4, 2024 general election is by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 20, 2024.

The location(s) of the election will be posted upon determination.

Elections – Documents