The city of Fulshear has chosen David Gott as its interim chief of police.

What you need to know: At an Oct. 13 meeting, Fulshear City Council approved the appointment of David Gott as its interim chief of police as the city embarks on the search for a new chief.

The appointment comes after former Police Chief Kenny Seymour was relieved from his duties Sept. 15 following an investigation stemming from an alleged affair Seymour had with a subordinate, Community Impact previously reported.

Zooming in: Gott has over 40 years of law enforcement experience in a variety of roles with 30 of those in the Houston Police Department, City Manager Zach Goodlander said. He has also worked in homicide, internal affairs and tactical operations during his career, in addition to having a background as both a chief of police and interim chief of police. 

Looking ahead: Gott began his new role Oct. 14 with the process of choosing a permanent chief taking three to six months, Goodlander said.

Southern breakfast and lunch spot The Flying Biscuit Café will soon open its newest location in Katy, officials announced in an Oct. 2 news release.

What to expect: The café offers many breakfast and lunch staples such as stuffed French toast, shrimp and grits, omelets, vegan scrambles, burgers and wraps, while several locations also have a full-service bar, per the release.

• 1660 S. Mason Road, Katy

Fort Bend County officials appointed a lead attorney to the civil division of its new legal department.

What you need to know: At an Oct. 8 meeting, Fort Bend County Commissioners appointed Sal P. LoPiccolo as the lead and managing attorney for the new legal department created in August to absorb some responsibilities previously allocated to the county attorney’s office.

LoPiccolo previously served as an assistant Fort Bend County attorney in litigation. He joined the county in 2015 after years of private practice and graduated from the University of Houston Law Center in 1987, according to his LinkedIn.

About the department: The new legal department houses responsibilities previously designated to the county attorney’s office, mainly non-litigation work, including:

• Preparing and reviewing contracts and other legal documents

• Providing legal guidance to elected officials and county staff

• Handling responses to Open Records Requests under the Texas Public Information Act

• Assisting with disaster response in emergencies

Two candidates are vying for Congressional District 22 in the upcoming Nov. 3 general election.

Meet the candidates: Democrat Marquette Greene-Scott is facing Republican Trever Nehls in the race for U.S. House District 22, which covers portions of Brazoria and Fort Bend counties.

Some context: The U.S. House of Representatives is composed of 435 members who are each elected for a two-year term with no term limits. Among other duties, representatives introduce bills and resolutions, offer amendments and serve on committees.

Something to note: Candidates were asked to keep responses under 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity. For more election coverage, visit communityimpact.com/election.