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A candidate who identified himself as a longtime Fort Bend MUD director said he had experienced sulfur odor in his home’s water after moving to Fulshear Run and described that problem as a factor in his decision to run. Randy Connor said he installed a water-pressure gauge after moving into a new home and found readings “well below state standards,” a finding he said prompted him to push city officials and neighbors to seek fixes.

Cameron Miller emphasized his appointment to the Fort Bend subsidence district and described a technical approach to water issues: he said he would apply scientific and technical analysis to understand and mitigate risks to the local water supply and delivery systems. Incumbent council member Abhi Othurkar noted that the city has made progress on water via “water plants 1 and 2 and the line upgrading,” and he said continuing cooperation with partner agencies remains essential.

Bonnie Tyler Buell pointed to her years on municipal utility district boards as experience relevant to rate-setting, bond management and long-range planning. Buell said MUD-level decisions can influence taxes and protections for residents on fixed incomes; she cited a past effort to reduce a MUD tax rate by 20 cents and a homestead exemption for people 65 and older as examples from her service.

Candidates did not propose specific city ordinances or utility contracts during the forum, and no formal council actions were taken. Several speakers said incoming council members should emphasize technical review, interagency coordination and timely capital work to reduce system problems and future costs for homeowners.

Ending — Candidates framed water and wastewater reliability as an urgent, technical matter that requires both engineering solutions and intergovernmental cooperation; voters can expect utility issues to be a focus for the next council if these candidates or similar contenders are elected.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Fulshear - Special City Council Meetings - Apr 10, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Multiple candidates at a Fulshear forum described neighborhood water smells, low pressure and ongoing utility upgrades; candidates with water-board experience emphasized technical fixes and coordination with utility authorities.","taxTitle","Fulshear, Fort Bend County, Texas","taxId",69473,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":79,"_47":80,"_49":81,"_51":82,"_53":83,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":84,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":85,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6607133,"Fulshear forum candidates press for faster fixes, better communication on FM 1463 and other road projects",0,1522000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2956523-080726b1ace71e753e43f30c9a88a768&start=1522&end=1522","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2956523-080726b1ace71e753e43f30c9a88a768/thumbnail_1522000.jpg","/articles/6607133/Fulshear/Fort-Bend-County/Texas/Fulshear-forum-candidates-press-for-faster-fixes-better-communication-on-FM-1463-and-other-road-projects","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6607133-98b5504848d5e0068848f8edb41c1442/orig.mp4?Expires=1771159129&Signature=PSN26ZThx6r0qFhbrYWG2lCzXze0SKj0xn33SwxvRJKha14HLMUD8lBvUdFYaInV~i2YqPux5Is38AZYsI~zDdefTcTuBG8GAOCTISAFjo60J1vxD~CGpSI5FruVG5l--LJu7skKF1o3HyR73XTEA70-6Jf56Uio10z1kVyuY0QWgfZyJKMEDInQSctifWqzzLgq1hA3~FCoN2ZEAddWUkuBGBq~LMVFb9zCCLw-JHZaqJ5RfQ8p~eHh507kr2fHcSmxtW0FSPtqqaCmKA66u9mFPALSsTXlhQnu3DGuPP9mrf-ZP6KhgGdgUxF-vQ-HSoo42xDsOYtd0wwhAg3~qg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Traffic congestion and active road work on FM 1463 drew sustained criticism and proposals at a Fulshear Regional Chamber candidate forum, where several candidates described business losses and urged clearer project timelines and better coordination between the city and higher-level transportation agencies.

“Their businesses are down 30 to 40%,” Cameron Miller said, reporting conversations with small-business owners along the FM 1463 corridor. Miller and other candidates said construction has disrupted access for customers and threatened some local operators’ revenue.

Bonnie Tyler Buell said she had reviewed TxDOT planning materials and found that broader improvements to State Highway 359 were not scheduled to begin for about a decade. “Improvements on 359 are not slated to start work within the next 10 years,” Buell said, and she urged the city to press TxDOT for clearer priorities and to accelerate local capital-improvement work where possible.

Several candidates called for improved, consistent communication so residents and businesses know expected start and end dates for major projects. E. Brown Otoo recounted accounts from residents about emergency response delays during construction, saying, “By the time it got to them, it was 7, 10, 15 minutes. I don’t know how true that is, but I’m just giving feedback.” Candidates recommended that the city act as a regular liaison to TxDOT and Fort Bend County to obtain and share timeline updates and work with contractors to reduce impact windows for businesses.

Candidates also proposed local steps: accelerating the city’s mobility study, bringing some capital-improvement projects forward and negotiating construction timelines and mitigation measures that limit business disruption. Buell suggested moving a mobility study currently planned for April 2026–April 2027 earlier to provide timely data for planning.

The forum produced no formal city action; candidates urged voters to weigh road-construction management and developer coordination when choosing council members.

Ending — Candidates agreed on the need for tighter communication and better mitigation during road projects; several urged the city to press TxDOT and county partners for clearer schedules and more frequent updates to residents and businesses.","Candidates at a Fulshear Chamber forum criticized delays and poor communication on FM 1463 construction and urged closer coordination with TxDOT and Fort Bend County to reduce business disruptions and improve emergency access.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6607138,"Fulshear candidate forum highlights traffic, water, parks bond and growth",1319,269000,1588000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2956523-080726b1ace71e753e43f30c9a88a768&start=269&end=1588","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2956523-080726b1ace71e753e43f30c9a88a768/thumbnail_269000.jpg","/articles/6607138/Fulshear/Fort-Bend-County/Texas/Fulshear-candidate-forum-highlights-traffic-water-parks-bond-and-growth","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6607138-2d5382de9cadeb7b576f172a07369883/orig.mp4?Expires=1771159129&Signature=CKBmY2MkWoHoZPxtrjlL1UVE~qt1n611GpHSY7ktbRO~PhuJfy1k3ek-WvN1rZY6hm4n3bGfrNvgzJOow~IKkU1scVdOy3qXbPjurcayUq7NsdQ2pc1YhvmnG3kPvk8-noFzYWPBlgclSldvPUR~-jTrMI8rrW8oyaRC5mCE3x-rTCg~BW88YmnoCbIAeCKgDVFsPX3xveCCkpX4s4dm6AYv5Fmts39VvJuqp47YZpzi2No1yfyjUnRD6GxbkSis-rXvLSbJCKUW90v~BItRq7vH2o~FDcpEE6-cUuzWfpcuA1kw2l-qoseXQvNPjHWSxigSgeIqDT8KpDZqhIDNZA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A candidate forum hosted by the Fulshear Regional Chamber of Commerce brought six at-large and three District 4 candidates before residents to discuss priorities for the city as it continues to grow. The forum, organized by the chamber and held at City Hall (date not specified in the event record), featured opening statements, audience-submitted questions and a series of exchanges on traffic, water, parks and economic development.

The candidates who spoke in the at-large contest were Randy Connor, E. Brown Otoo, Cameron Miller, Bonnie Tyler Buell and (John) — who announced his withdrawal — and others who identified as running at large. The District 4 field included Sonny Adeola, Richard Russell and Bryce Stanford. The event was moderated by Jerry Ashworth and opened by Vivian Bond of Memorial Hermann Katy and Don McCoy of the chamber.

Traffic and infrastructure were the dominant topics. Candidates urged better coordination with TxDOT and Fort Bend County and discussed the impacts of ongoing work on FM 1463. Water quality, service and pressure also drew sustained attention: several candidates described personal experiences or neighborhood complaints and cited local water-system upgrades as ongoing priorities. The parks bond also drew widespread support among candidates, who said more local youth fields and green space are needed to serve families in Fulshear.

Candidates emphasized differing blends of experience and approach. Randy Connor described himself as a problem-solver who pushed city officials after measuring low water pressure in his neighborhood. Cameron Miller highlighted his service on the Fort Bend subsidence district and said he would apply technical, “scientific” approaches to water problems. Bonnie Tyler Buell pointed to her years on municipal utility district boards and the Economic Development Corporation as experience that informs land-use and tax decisions.

No formal actions or votes were taken; the forum was an informational event for voters. Candidates encouraged residents to attend a parks-bond town hall announced for Saturday at City Hall and to participate in the upcoming election.

The chamber moderated a brief networking session after the forum.

Ending — The forum underscored the central issues likely to shape the coming council term: traffic and road projects, water and wastewater capacity, business attraction and the parks bond. Voters will decide among the candidates in the city’s scheduled election (date not specified).","At a Fulshear Regional Chamber candidate forum, nine city council candidates laid out priorities including traffic and road work, water and utilities, a parks bond and economic development as the city prepares for continued growth; no formal votes were taken.","actionData","errors"]

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Water quality and pressure emerge as recurring concerns at Fulshear candidate forum

Fulshear forum candidates press for faster fixes, better communication on FM 1463 and other road projects

Fulshear candidate forum highlights traffic, water, parks bond and growth