Residents are our best source of information regarding issues in the community. One of the largest concerns among residents is the enforcement of traffic laws on the streets in the community.
Special enforcement may be requested to address traffic concerns within Precinct Three. We will address concerns through speed studies, radar trailer and traffic enforcement. Please call our office at 281-242-4014 or send an email to Constable3@FortBendCountytx.gov
Sweetwater, Riverstone, Woodbridge and Aliana residents on vacation or out-of-town for longer than 24 hours are encouraged to utilize our vacation watch service. Deputies will check your property routinely throughout their shifts and pay close attention to your property during your absence. Upon your return, you will be mailed a list with dates and times your residence was checked, and a copy of your information. Once a homeowner registers for our house watch program they will be issued a number. The next time you leave town, simply call our office and reinstate your watch with the current information.
Call 281-242-4014 Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, to request a house watch. Your request must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance. Please note that the office is closed on weekends and holidays. Therefore, any requests for weekend house watches must be submitted the preceding Thursday. Late requests will not be received until the following Monday.
The Warrants Unit is comprised of highly motivated and experienced deputies who strive to clear warrants by bringing the offender into compliance with the court.
This is often affected through arresting the defendant, however, a defendant may contact our warrant division to receive a time frame to come into court, or to make payments to the court. The warrant will not be recalled until all fines are paid, and this is strictly the discretion of each deputy, but a defendant who is willingly cooperating with our office to pay fines will be given a reasonable time period to dispose of their case.
If you believe you have outstanding warrants and wish to cooperate with paying your fines please call our warrant division and speak to a deputy.
Helpful Link : http://www.texasfailuretoappear.com
| Constable Division | Phone Number |
|---|---|
| Constable Pct. 3 Warrant Deputy ( 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Mon - Fri) | 281-242-4014 |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Fort Bend County OEM
OEM@FortBendCountyTX.gov
Phone: 281-342-6185
Fax: 281-342-4798
Fort Bend County, TX - The Fort Bend County Office of Emergency Management has been in contact with numerous residents who have reported individuals coming into their homes posing as Federal Emergency Management Agency officials. At this time there are no FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance Teams operating within Fort Bend County, but FEMA contractors may visit your home if you have already filed a claim with FEMA. If a resident has not filed a claim with FEMA, individuals visiting their home claiming to work for FEMA are likely to be scammers. These scammers may be advising residents to obtain loans, purchase home insurance coverage, purchase services, or worse.
If an individual comes to your home claiming to be from FEMA, demand to see identification. If they are not in a FEMA uniform and/or unwilling to show FEMA official identification, immediately dial 9-1-1. These scammers are dangerous.
The Fort Bend County Office of Emergency Management is working closely with state and federal officials from multiple agencies to assemble an organized program of assistance for residents. When assistance teams are available, you will receive communication from our office, and the assistance teams will be in uniform and carrying official identification.
If you are ever in doubt about services or assistance being offered, visit an official website of the organization the individual is claiming to be from, and call their official phone number to ask questions. Information printed on forms and brochures left behind by scammers may be factual, but may also be fraudulent. All FEMA and county disaster services are provided free of charge; you should never be asked to pay anything to complete applications or receive assistance from the government.
If you have already had somebody in your home or on your property claiming to be from FEMA and believe you are a victim of a scam, please call the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office by dialing 281-341-4704 and file a report.
FORT BEND COUNTY, TX – Fort Bend County Officials and the Emergency Operations Center have been closely monitoring the water level in the Brazos River. The National Weather Service forecast indicates that the Brazos River will crest sometime Tuesday, August 29 in the late afternoon or early evening at an elevation of fifty nine feet at the Richmond gauge.
Judge Hebert said that “…a flood of this magnitude is an 800 year event and it exceeds the design specifications of our levees, and is potentially dangerous for a good portion of Fort Bend County. A fifty-nine foot river level threatens to overtop many of the levees in our area. As a result, I am ordering both voluntary and mandatory evacuations for many of the levee improvement districts along the Brazos River, based on all specific facts pertaining to each levee. ”
A voluntary evacuation means that you should consider leaving to head for a safer area. There is a chance that surrounding flood waters may hinder your ability to get in and out of your neighborhood. You may be stuck in your neighborhood for several days.
A mandatory evacuation means that there is risk to life and safety as well as property. There is also a risk to the lives of first responders who might be called on to rescue you when the expected danger materializes. During a mandatory evacuation emergency, personnel WILL NOT be able to respond to your calls for help. You will be on your own. You cannot rely on help from others.
A mandatory evacuation indicates the possibility of danger to your life. We urge you not to ignore it. If you are in a mandatory evacuation zone, do the smart thing: leave and be safe. Local law enforcement and the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s office will patrol evacuated areas.
Pull up the interactive map to find out if your residence is in the evacuation area: https://fbcgis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=d1a054f74789410bbe35bed305c81841
The following areas are under a MANDATORY evacuation order:
The following areas are under a VOLUNTARY evacuation order:
Judge Hebert reiterated that, “If you are in a Mandatory Evacuation zone, please leave. If you don’t, you may be in danger and we may not be able to help. If you are in a Voluntary Evacuation zone, take steps to protect yourself, your family and your property and be ready to lose service and mobility for an extended period of time if you choose to shelter in place. In any case, begin your preparation now. Take steps now to keep safe.”
If you are under a mandatory evacuation order, take the following steps:
Also be aware that mandatory evacuation orders are already in place for areas along the Brazos River that were impacted by the Memorial Day 2016 flood, and for low lying areas of the San Bernard River. There are also evacuations in place from the cities of Rosenberg, Richmond, and Simonton and a voluntary evacuation for areas around the Barker Reservoir.
If you are in a voluntary evacuation area, be sure you are comfortable staying put for several days and that you have enough food, water and other supplies to last at least a week.
There are shelters in the area. Contact the Fort Bend County Office of Emergency Management at 281-342-6185 to find a shelter. Red Cross shelter information can be found online: http://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Public Information Officer
Fort Bend County Emergency Operations Center
281-342-6185
Comunicado de Prensa – Orden de Evacuación
Augusto 28, 2017
FORT BEND COUNTY, TX – Los Funcionarios del Condado de Fort Bend y el Centro de Operaciones de Emergencia han estado monitoreando de cerca el nivel del agua en el Río Brazos. El pronóstico del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional indica que el Río Brazos crecerá algún día el martes 29 de agosto en la tarde o temprano en la noche a una elevación de cincuenta y nueve pies en el indicador de Richmond.
El juez Hebert dijo que “… una inundación de esta magnitud es un evento de 800 años y excede las especificaciones de diseño de nuestros diques, y es potencialmente peligroso para una buena porción del condado de Fort Bend. Un nivel de río de cincuenta y nueve pies amenaza con sobrepasar muchos de los diques en nuestra área. Como resultado, estoy ordenando evacuaciones voluntarias y obligatorias para muchos de los distritos de mejoramiento de diques a lo largo del río Brazos, basados ??en todos los hechos específicos relacionados con cada dique. ”
Una evacuación voluntaria significa que usted debe considerar salir para un área más segura. Existe la posibilidad de que las aguas circundantes de las inundaciones puedan obstaculizar su capacidad de entrar y salir de su vecindario. Usted puede estar atrapado en su vecindario por varios días.
Una evacuación obligatoria significa que hay riesgo para la vida y la seguridad, así como la propiedad. También hay un riesgo para las vidas de los primeros respondedores que podrían ser llamados a rescatarlo cuando se materialice el peligro esperado. Durante una emergencia de evacuación obligatoria, el personal NO podrá responder a sus llamadas de ayuda. Usted estará en su propio. No puedes confiar en la ayuda de otros.
Una evacuación obligatoria indica la posibilidad de peligro para su vida. Le instamos a no ignorarlo. Si usted está en una zona de evacuación obligatoria, haga lo más inteligente: salga y esté a salvo. La policía local y la oficina del sheriff del condado de Fort Bend patrullarán las áreas evacuadas.
Levante el mapa interactivo para averiguar si su residencia está en el área de evacuación: https://fbcgis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=d1a054f74789410bbe35bed305c81841
Las siguientes áreas están bajo una orden de evacuación OBLIGATORIA:
Las siguientes áreas están bajo una orden de evacuación VOLUNTARIA:
El juez Hebert reiteró que: “Si usted está en una zona de Evacuación Obligatoria, por favor, vaya. Si no lo hace, puede estar en peligro y es posible que no podamos ayudar. Si usted está en una zona de Evacuación Voluntaria, tome medidas para protegerse a sí mismo, a su familia ya su propiedad y estar listo para perder el servicio y la movilidad por un período prolongado de tiempo si decide refugiarse en su lugar. En cualquier caso, comience su preparación ahora. Tome medidas ahora para mantenerse a salvo.
Si está bajo una orden de evacuación obligatoria, tome las siguientes medidas:
También tenga en cuenta que las órdenes de evacuación obligatorias ya están en vigor para las áreas a lo largo del río Brazos que fueron impactadas por la inundación del Día del Memorial Day 2016 y para las áreas bajas del río San Bernard. También hay evacuaciones en el lugar de las ciudades de Rosenberg, Richmond y Simonton y una evacuación voluntaria para las áreas alrededor del embalse de Barker.
Si se encuentra en un área de evacuación voluntaria, asegúrese de que se sienta cómodo durante varios días y que tenga suficientes alimentos, agua y otros suministros para durar al menos una semana.
Hay refugios en la zona. Comuníquese con la Oficina de Administración de Emergencias del Condado de Fort Bend al 281-342-6185 para encontrar un refugio. La información sobre el refugio de la Cruz Roja puede encontrarse en línea: http://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter
PARA MAS INFORMACION CONTACTE:
Oficial de Información Pública
Centro de Operaciones de Emergencia del Condado de Fort Bend 281-342-6185
Command Staff
Chief Deputy Robert L. Van Pelt Sr. began his career in law enforcement in 1979 with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. During his career with the sheriff’s office he worked his way up through the ranks and at the time of his retirement in May of 2013 he held the rank of major and was part of the Sheriff’s Executive Command Staff. In January of 2017 he began his employment with the Fort Bend County Constable's Office, Precinct 3, and serves in the capacity of Chief Deputy. Chief Deputy Van Pelt is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and holds a Masters Degree in Criminal Justice Management from Sam Houston State University and a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from South Texas College of Law.
Sergeant Stacy Schuelke has been a police officer for 26 years. He started his career at Harris County Precinct 6 Constables Office and worked there for 25 years before coming to Fort Bend County Precinct Three Constables Office in January 2017. He holds certifications as a Master Peace Officer, a Special Investigator, a Police Instructor, and a Field Training Officer. He has worked as a supervisor in several divisions to include Gang Task Force, Sex Offender Compliance Unit, Civil, Writs, Criminal Warrants, Patrol, Juvenile, Animal Cruelty, Traffic Safety, Training, and Investigations. He has been a resident of Katy for 12 years.
Command Staff
Lieutenant Veronica I. Martin supervises the Criminal Division of the Precinct 3 Constable’s Office. The Criminal Division currently consists of 27 patrol deputies that respond to calls for service, conduct self-initiated criminal investigations and enforce traffic violations in their assigned patrol areas. Additionally, the Criminal Division assists area law enforcement agencies along with Fire and Emergency Medical Services personnel in emergency situations.
Lt. V. Martin has been an adjunct Police Instructor at a local police academy and has helped to implement and coordinate the Field Training Officer Program during her 17 years of Law Enforcement. Sgt. V. Martin holds a certification as a Master Peace Officer from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement. She has experience in several divisions to include Patrol, Patrol Supervisor, Administration Officer, Background Investigations, Criminal Investigations, Field Training Officer, Crime Prevention and in the Civil Division.
Command Staff
Sergeant Philip “Phil” Crowell, a supervisor of the Precinct 3 Constable’s Office that includes the Bailiff for the J.P. 3 office and a Reserve Deputy Program. The Warrant Division manages nearly 23,000 warrants equating to just over $6.6 million in outstanding fines. The Reserve Deputy program utilizes certified Peace Officers to assist in patrol functions, community events, civil process and an assortment of other functions within the Precinct 3 office.
Sergeant Crowell has over 22 years’ experience as a Peace Officer and holds a certification as a Master Peace Officer from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement. He is the Firearms instructor for the agency and holds a TCOLE Instructors certification. He has experience in several divisions to include Patrol, Patrol Supervisor, Administration Officer, Background Investigations, Criminal Investigations, Narcotics Investigation, and on the prosecution level.
