Harris County Municipal Utility District 127 Supervisor, Seat 1

Description

A Municipal Utility District (MUD) is a political subdivision of the State of Texas authorized by the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to provide water, sewage, drainage and other services within the MUD boundaries. The publically elected Board of Directors manages and controls all of the affairs of the MUD subject to the continuing supervision of the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality. The Board establishes policies in the interest of its residents and utility customers. A MUD may adopt and enforce all necessary charges, fees and taxes in order to provide district facilities and service. In addition to their common functions of water and wastewater service, MUDs are legally empowered to engage in conservation, irrigation, electrical generation, firefighting, solid waste collection and disposal, and recreational activities (such as parks, swimming pools, and sports courts). A MUD can provide for itself the recreational amenities that are approved by the Board of Directors and funded by the District.

Application Guidelines

1) Contact the municipal city clerk or district filing location to confirm that your registered address qualifies you for the position you intend to run for, and that you meet other office specific qualifications. 2) Complete the application and file with the municipal city clerk or the district administrative office. If your municipality or special district has over 5,000 people, there is likely a filing fee or a nominating petition in lieu of a filing fee, which must accompany the application. 3) Submit the application and if applicable make sure the application is accompanied by either the application fee or nominating papers. The filing window for Texas municipal elections is generally 108-78 days prior to the election. The Harris County Elections office can assist with general questions for candidate filing and they can be reached at (713) 755-6965 or [email protected]

Submit application to:
Harris County Board of Elections, 1001 Preston, Houston, Texas, 77002, US