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Date: Friday, July 1 
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Independence Day Celebrations

The annual MCTX Independence Day Festival will begin at 4 p.m. at the Houston Community College campus on Texas Parkway. Celebration includes games, rides, food, community performances and more. Concert presented by AHF will begin at 6 p.m. and the fireworks show sponsored by H-E-B will begin at 9:15 p.m. Parking is available at Thurgood Marshall High School, 1220 Buffalo Run Blvd. and free METRO shuttles will be running to the event site. For more information on programs and events, visit MCTX Parks Facebook page.

NOTE: Even with the recent rain, drought conditions are severe for the region and the Burn Ban for Fort Bend and Harris Counties are still in place. Residents and visitors are encouraged to enjoy fireworks shows performed by professionals with proper permits. MCTX Fire & Rescue Services team would also like to remind the community that open burning and fireworks are prohibited within city limits per city ordinance.

Residents who are sensitive to loud noises are encouraged to be mindful of local fireworks show timings and stay indoors. Pet owners are also advised to bring their furry animals inside if they live near fireworks locations. For neighbors with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), loud and unexpected noises like fireworks can trigger the body’s fight-or-flight response. Please, be considerate this weekend, and help your neighbors enjoy the holiday, too. The MCTX fireworks show is scheduled to begin at 9:15 p.m. and will last for about 8-10 minutes.

Non-Emergency City Offices to Close on Monday, July 4

All non-emergency City offices will be closed on Monday, July 4 for Independence Day. This includes:

  • City Hall, 1522 Texas Pkwy.
  • Inspections & Permits, 1522 Texas Pkwy.
  • Municipal Court, 3845 Cartwright Rd.
  • Animal Shelter, 1923 Scanlin Rd.
  • Recreation & Tennis Center, 2701 Cypress Point Dr. 

The Quail Valley Golf Course and the Bluebonnet Grille, 2880 La Quinta Dr., will be open during regular business hours. For more information or to book a tee time, please call 281.403.5910.  

Residents who participate in the Municipal Solid Waste Program will receive regular trash pickup on Monday, July 4. To ensure service, citizens are encouraged to set garbage and recyclable materials out by 7 a.m. For assistance, residents may contact GFL Environmental at 281.403.5800 or wcacshouston@gflenv.com.

Weather Outlook: Rain, Heat, Hurricane Season

Officials are closely monitoring the developments in the Gulf and residents are reminded to be weather aware and plan for holiday celebrations accordingly. 

Once the rain passes, temperatures are expected to get back to high 90s. Citizens are advised to follow summer safety tips including staying hydrated and checking on the elderly, kids and pets. See details below:

The recent rain is yet another reminder to prepare ahead for the above-normal 2022 Hurricane Season that ends on November 30. For more information on hurricane preparedness and tips, visit the City’s Emergency Management website—www.missouricityready.com. Residents and businesses are also encouraged to stay up-to-date on all emergency information by following the City’s official outlets:

www.missouricitytx.gov
www.missouricityready.com
Twitter – @MissouriCityEM
Facebook – @MissouriCityTX
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City Council Approves Tax Exemption Increase

At the June 21 Regular City Council Meeting, Council approved (6-0) an ordinance on the second and final reading, amending Chapter 34, Finance and Taxation, of the Missouri City code; amending taxation exemptions; providing for repeal; and providing for severability. 

Council approved an exemption of $25,000 for seniors (65 and older), $20,000 for disabled persons and 2.5 percent for residential homesteads.

This is the first time all residential homesteads will receive an exemption.

WHAT IS A HOMESTEAD? 

According to Fort Bend Central Appraisal District, a homestead can be a separate structure, condominium or manufactured home located on owned or leased land, as long as the individual living in the home owns it.

A homestead can include up to 20 acres, if the land is owned by the homeowner and occupied for a purpose related to the residential use of the homestead.

WHAT IS A HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION? 

Homestead exemptions remove part of a home's value from taxation.

DO I QUALIFY? 

Visit www.comptroller.texas.gov for more information on how to quality for the 65 and older or disabled persons exemption.

CAN I RECEIVE MULTIPLE EXEMPTIONS? 

In addition to the residential homestead of 2.5 percent, residents can only receive one type of homestead exemption – either the $25,000 for seniors (65 and older) or $20,000 for disabled persons.

For more details, Read More.

Ridgeview Park Splash Pad Now Open

The wait is finally over and the Ridgeview Park Splash Pad is now open to the public. This is the latest addition to the City Park located at 3902 Ridgeview Dr.

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