The mayor of a small town near Houston, accused of illegally raising the water rates of an RV park owner, has been removed from office under the conditions of a plea agreement.

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Kendleton mayor removed from office after pleading guilty to denying access to public records

Darryl Humphrey was accused of illegally raising the water and sewer rates of an RV park owner and failing to fulfill records requests.

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Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office to prosecute Kendleton mayor after failure to resign

Prosecutors say Darryl Humphrey failed to comply with a plea deal and submit his resignation by Tuesday.

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Fort Bend prosecutors strike deal to drop charges against Kendleton mayor

The district attorney's office agreed to dismiss the case if the mayor pays $5,000 in restitution and resigns by Jan. 1, 2025.

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