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Local pastor tells Katy council Planning Department mistreated church, says he will withdraw petitions

City of Katy City Council · January 12, 2026
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Summary

Pastor Hernan Castano told the council his church was given conflicting code interpretations, promised documents were not produced, and a city inspector insulted him; he said he would withdraw petitions and publicize the issue during elections.

Pastor Hernan Castano of Iglesia Rios De Assate told the Katy City Council during public comment that his congregation has been hampered by inconsistent treatment from the Planning Department and that promised information was not provided.

Castano said the Planning Department gave his church a long list of requirements the church ‘‘cannot afford’’ and that…

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