Are MUDs really that bad?

I recently moved into a Harris County MUD and have seen some pretty crazy conspiracy theories come from the FB pages (no surprise there) on what the MUD is doing. It is a master planned community about 40% the way through construction with a tax rate of 3.84 and the MUD rate is 1.34. Looking at other MUDs of similar size and maturity this seems pretty average for the area. I have read enough that I am out of things to read and research. Anyone in this group a MUD expert that would be willing to share information/thoughts on the pros and cons of MUD districts in Texas or more specifically the greater Houston area?