General

2024 Tax Update: FBCLID 2 continues to lower tax rate

On September 18, 2024, the FBCLID2 Board of Directors unanimously voted to reduce the 2024 tax rate to $0.118 (per $100 of assessed value). This represents a 5.6%, reduction compared to the 2023 tax rate. The FBCLID 2 Board also adopted a budget for the next fiscal year that reduces overall expenses by 2.5%. While FBCLID 2 tax rates have dropped, the impact on each homeowner’s tax bill will depend on the assessed value of each individual property.

Since Hurricane Harvey in 2017, the District has invested more than $85 million to enhance drainage and flood protection for all residents. The commitment to modernize all critical facilities has not only helped maintain home values in FBCLID2, but also helped increase the taxable value of all property by more than $1.5 billion since Hurricane Harvey, an overall increase of 30%. As pictured below, FBCLID2 has almost returned to the 2016 tax rate that was levied prior to the Hurricane Harvey Capital Improvement Program.

Fort Bend County Tax Assessor/Collector

As a reminder, FBCLID 2 taxpayers now receive a consolidated tax statement from the Fort Bend County Tax Assessor/Collector. FBCLID 2 residents should not expect to receive a separate FBCLID 2 tax statement. Tax statements are available online in the following location: https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/property-taxes

Major Updates and Achievements from Our 2024 Spring Newsletter

In our latest Spring Newsletter, we are proud to share significant updates and milestones that reflect our ongoing commitment to enhancing flood protection for all our residents in Sugar Land, Texas.

FBCLID2 has been honored with the prestigious 2024 John Ivey Higher Standards Award from the Texas Floodplain Management Association (TFMA). This award is a recognition of our exceptional efforts to elevate floodplain management standards after the devastating impacts of Hurricane Harvey in 2017. Following that unprecedented storm, we launched a comprehensive initiative to modernize our 40-year-old drainage system with an investment of over $85 million from our taxpayers. These improvements have significantly boosted our flood protection capabilities.

A key highlight from our improvements is the André D. McDonald Stormwater Pump Station, one of the largest inland facilities of its kind in the United States. Capable of moving over 1.3 million gallons of water per minute, this facility has dramatically enhanced our flood response efficiency. Another critical development is the Ditch A Widening Project, which has greatly increased our stormwater detention capacity—essential during heavy rainfall periods.

Despite the necessity to increase our tax rate for the first time since 1983 to fund these enhancements, the support from our community has been overwhelmingly positive. An impressive 77% of our voters supported the 2019 Bond Authorization, showing strong backing for these necessary upgrades.

As we prepare for the upcoming hurricane season, it’s vital that we all stay informed and engaged with the latest developments in flood management and emergency preparedness. We encourage residents to visit our Emergency Operations page for live updates and essential information.

Please visit our Spring newsletter and newsletter archive at FBCLID2 Resource Center.

Let’s continue to prepare and stay informed together.

Emergency Operations Update – May 3, 2024

Over the past week the Brazos River has risen approximately 20 feet and is forecasted to crest at 42.5 feet on Wednesday, May 8. At this level, the FBCLID 2 flood gates will close, but restricted gravity drainage through the flood gates is still possible. Fortunately, the rain forecast over the next seven days is less than 0.5 inches. The District is actively monitoring conditions and is prepared to respond if the forecast changes. The pump stations have been tested and operators are on stand-by if needed. LID 2 residents are encouraged to bookmark the Emergency Operations website to receive the latest information: https://www.fbclid2.com/emergency/