The Woodlands Township has adopted a new tax rate that will effectively increase taxes for maintenance and operations by 1.79 percent, according to Township News. This change will result in an approximate $-1.80 increase in taxes for maintenance and operations on a $100,000 home. The decision was made as part of the Township's efforts to maintain and improve local infrastructure and services.
In related news, early voting for the November Board of Directors election in The Woodlands Township is set to begin on Monday, October 19, 2026. The election will fill four at-large positions on the Board of Directors. According to Township News, early voting will continue until October 30, with specific dates and times varying between Montgomery and Harris counties. Residents can find their polling locations on the Montgomery County Elections website or the Harris County Elections website.
On a lighter note, The Woodlands Township is gearing up for its annual Trick or Treat Trail event, scheduled for Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. at The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park. This free event invites children to trick or treat from booth to booth, participate in costume contests, and enjoy various activities. The event is sponsored by Texas Children’s Hospital, Terzetto Construction, and True Line Roofing and Exteriors. For more details, residents can visit The Woodlands Parks website.
Meanwhile, in Sugar Land, the city has launched the Sugar Land Community Champion Award, a new program designed to recognize residents who contribute significantly to the community. As reported by City News, the award aims to honor individuals who build community pride, foster connections, and inspire civic responsibility. Nominations are open until December 18, 2026, and the award will be presented at the Sugar Land Community Expo on February 20, 2027.