Katy ISD residents will have the opportunity to share their thoughts on the fiscal year 2026-27 budget ahead of its Aug. 24 approval.

What you need to know: During an Aug. 17 work study meeting, Director of Budget and Treasury Esperanza Rios said the 2026-27 general fund’s revenues are budgeted at $1.14 billion and expenditures at $1.17 billion.

Most of the expenditure budget will fund districtwide salaries and staff benefits alongside separate 1% lump-sum payments to be given in August and December.

Also of note: The district’s proposed tax rate—$1.1171 per $100 valuation— is anticipated to stay the same as 2025-26, according to agenda documents.

What’s next: The public hearing on the budget and tax rate is scheduled for the board’s Aug. 24 meeting at the Katy ISD Education Support Complex beginning at 5 p.m., with the budget expected to be adopted afterwards.

Chipotle Mexican Grill will open another location in Katy, officials announced in an Aug. 19 news release.

What to expect: The international chain specializes in customizable Mexican-style cuisine such as burritos, bowls and salads, according to its website. The brand also offers build your own family meals.

One more thing: The new store will have approximately 30 employees with hiring ongoing, per the release.

• 5830 N. Fry Road, Katy

The Executive Club at George Bush Intercontinental Airport has recently completed a full renovation, Houston Airport System officials announced in an Aug. 4 news release.

What's new? Operated by SSP America, the IAH Executive Club debuted a new modern look this summer featuring new furniture, fresh paint, updated decor and redesigned seating areas. Per the release, the lounge also features a central food and beverage area that includes buffet service and a dedicated bar.

Additional amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, a meeting room and televisions, snacks, beverages and reading material.

Who it's for: Located on Level 2 of Terminal D near Gate D12, IAH's Executive Club serves qualifying international passengers flying with British Airways, Emirates and EVA Airlines. Qualified passengers will note access to the IAH Executive Club on their boarding pass, per the release. 

• 2800 N. Terminal Road, Houston

Need to catch up on Community Impact’s coverage from this week? Check out these trending stories across the southern portion of the Greater Houston area from Aug. 17-21.

1. The Peach Cobbler Factory coming to Sugar Land
2. New homelessness program uses nearby hotels to help with temporary housing
3. See how Alvin, Friendswood, Pearland ISDs did in 2025-26 accountability ratings
4. Houston native opens 10th location of family-owned flooring company
5. Thousands of Katy area families apply for new education accounts
6. New Christmas decor shop opens in League City

This November, Libertarian Ted Brown, Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico are running to be Texas' next U.S. senator.

The overview: Each state has two U.S. senators serving staggered terms, with Ted Cruz and John Cornyn currently representing Texas. Cornyn ran for reelection but lost his primary race, and the winner of the November election will replace him in January.

Paxton advanced to the general election after beating Cornyn in a primary runoff, while Talarico beat two other contenders in the Democratic primary, Community Impact reported. Brown was selected as the Texas Libertarian Party's candidate during an April nominating convention.

At the polls: Early voting runs from Oct. 19-30 for dozens of statewide and local races. Election Day is Nov. 3.