Fort Bend County Judge KP George has announced his appointment for the County’s Manager of Homeland Security and Emergency Management on Monday, April 17, at 10:00 a.m., at the Emergency Operations Center, 307 Fort St., Richmond, TX 77469. Greg Babst is the new Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Manager.

Since the former Manager, Mark Flathouse, announced his retirement in January 2023, the County has actively recruited to fill the position, opening the door to internal and external candidates.

“My number one job as County Judge is to keep our residents safe,” said Judge KP George. “My decision was based on the desire to promote transparency, accountability, and a comprehensive approach to emergency management services to ensure that our county remains ready and prepared for emergencies or disasters. Additionally, I sought a skillful leader who could engage with our internal departments, the public, and private sector partners”.

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“My goal is to be a valuable and responsive proactive multiplier for all coordination during all hazards in this county,” Babst said to Community Impact. “We’re going to protect our citizens, that’s No. 1.”

The National Alumnae Association of Spelman College Houston Chapter hosted their signature event Game Changers: Women in S.T.E.A.M. The event emceed by Briana Conner of ABC13 raises funds for local Spelman students while honoring true game changers. Celebrating the progressive accomplishments of women in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, NAASC supports Spelman College through financial gifts, student recruitment, sisterhood, community service, and recognition of women. Over the last three years, Game Changers has raised over $50,000. Some in attendance were Dr. Jayne Morgan, Deidre Barrett, and Sophia Burns.