One of the most practical sessions I attended at the 2026 Texas Association of Counties Legislative Conference in Austin carried an appropriately memorable title: “From Pennies to Policy: Operational Impacts on Texas Counties.” The discussion was an excellent reminder that legislation and regulatory decisions do not end when a bill Read more
On Tuesday, August 25, I joined community leaders, transportation professionals, and members of the Fort Bend Regional Partnership for “Building Tomorrow: Mobility Bond Update,” an important discussion about the transportation projects shaping our county’s future. Fort Bend County Engineer Stacy Slawinski, P.E., and Assistant County Engineer Ike Akinwande Jr., P.E., Read more
I am honored to announce that the Texas Latino Conservatives PAC has endorsed my campaign for re-election as Fort Bend County Treasurer. This endorsement is especially meaningful because Texas Latino Conservatives is committed to increasing civic participation, developing conservative leaders and advancing the values of hard work, faith, family and Read more
It was an honor to attend the India Culture Center’s celebration of India’s 80th Independence Day on Sunday, August 23, at the Stafford Centre. This year’s theme “Two Nations, Two Milestones, One Celebration” also recognized the 250th anniversary of American independence. The tremendous attendance reflected the strength and vitality of Read more
On Saturday, August 22, I had the pleasure of attending the Missouri City Police Department’s “Coffee with a Cop” event at the H-E-B on Highway 6. It was a welcoming morning filled with conversation, fellowship and a shared commitment to keeping our community safe and connected. Coffee with a Cop Read more
One of the best parts of serving Fort Bend County is seeing firsthand what happens when businesses, nonprofit organizations, health providers, volunteers, and community leaders come together around a common purpose. I had that opportunity Saturday, August 22, when I attended the Ready, Set, Thrive! Back to School Health & Read more
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | AUGUST 19, 2026 Media Contact: Bill Rickert | media@rickert.com Fort Bend Business Coalition Endorses Bill Rickert for Re-Election as County Treasurer Pro-business organization recognizes Rickert’s commitment to responsible government, sound financial stewardship and a strong Fort Bend economy FORT BEND COUNTY, TEXAS – Fort Bend County Read more
On August 14, I had the opportunity to attend an informative meeting of the Fort Bend Levee Coalition and Fort Bend County Drainage District at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital. The program brought together national, state and local experts to discuss weather forecasting, levee safety, flood insurance, emergency management and Read more
On Sunday, August 9, I had the pleasure of attending the inauguration of Tinubu Torch Bearers U.S.A. in Sugar Land. The gathering brought together Nigerian-American leaders, professionals, women, young people, and community advocates around the theme, “Renewed Hope in Action: Building the Nation from Diaspora to Development.” The event demonstrated Read more
It was a pleasure to attend The Bend Back to School Fest on Sunday evening at Mission Bend Community Park. The event brought together volunteers, community organizations, businesses, public servants, and generous sponsors with one shared mission: helping local children begin the new school year prepared and confident. Families were Read more