The Contractor has begun drilling operations associated with repairing the bank of Jones Creek. This activity will be loud at times and we appreciate the patience and understanding of nearby residents.

The Contractor is allowed to work from 7 a.m. until sunset for seven days a week. At this time, the Contractor does expect to work seven days a week in order to achieve the project delivery schedule.

During this time, please remember this is a construction site and stay safe! Please keep out of the construction area and instruct children not to play in or around the construction site.

If you have any questions about the work, please contact the District office at 281-238-5000.

Residents are invited to recycle CLEAN Christmas trees by placing them curbside by 7:00 a.m.  The dates for tree recycling are:

Thursday, January 2nd

or

Thursday January 9th

Please remove your tree base and make sure your tree is not over 5 feet in height.  Trees with flocking, lights, ornaments or other decorations CANNOT BE RECYCLED. Thanks for doing your part to reduce unnecessary use of landfill space.

PGVFD plans to purchase a high water capable vehicle – possibly in January.  Last month the fire department responded to 107 calls (67 in PG).  As usual 80% were medical related.

Possible transfer of Windmill Park to PGMUD:  a deed has been drafted and is currently being considered by the successor to Belin Development and by the POA, both of whose approval is needed before PGMUD can accept the park from the Property Owners Association.

Lease of surplus surface water:  PGMUD has concluded a one year renewable agreement to lease surplus surface water rights. This will bring in approximately $100,000 of additional income for the District.

Plans for the installation of a shade structure over playground equipment in Pecan Grove Park are being developed.

PGMUD consumed 60,806,000 gallons of water (66.2% was surface water) in the period ending November 15. The surface water treatment plant will be taken offline on December 18 for its annual maintenance cycle.  The plant is expected to be back online before January1.

Water meters replaced at 1.5 million gallons last month: 32

Sidewalk improvements from previous month:  2508 Colonel Court Dr.

Please keep in mind the District does not own nor maintain sidewalks, driveways and curbs and is unable to spend tax payer dollars to fix private issues.  However, the District can make repairs to a sidewalk in the event there is a failed district utility in the area of the sidewalk and the deformation is substantial. Please call the customer service office to have your sidewalk investigated.

Number of subscribers for PGMUD’s news and alerts:  3263

Number of visitors to www.pecangrovemud.com last month:  1188

Next PGMUD regular board meeting:  January 28, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Pecan Grove Baptist Church.

PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Main Channel Rehabilitation

The District is rehabilitating the south bank of Main Channel at its confluence with Jones Creek.  During Harvey a portion of this bank eroded causing cavities behind some of the existing slope paving.  Repairs will include rebuilding the slope, installation of an erosion control mat, and grout filing behind the void under the existing slope paving.  The District has obtained approval from FEMA for this project.

Construction has commenced and expected to continue into January 2020.

Jones Creek Slope Rehabilitation

Construction has commenced on the Jones Creek Slope Rehabilitation project, which consists of installation of gabion basket erosion protection system along the west side of Pecan Lakes, adjacent to Jones Creek. The project should be completed in the first half of 2020.

Residents are reminded that this is an active heavy construction site.  DO NOT enter construction site at any time.  There has been unauthorized access to the construction area which places the unauthorized visitor and construction crews at risk.

Drainage Improvements to serve Victoria Garden Drive

The District is replacing the existing storm sewer from the intersection of Victoria Garden Drive and Old South Drive to the outfall into Bullhead Slough with a larger storm sewer to improve drainage in the area.

Project is nearly complete.  The District appreciates the residents’ patience during construction and the road closures.

Culvert Rehabilitation at Mayweather

Construction has commenced on the rehabilitation of existing culverts on the west side of Mayweather, where they discharge into Main Channel, in addition to minor slope paving repairs.

Project is complete.

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Levee Drainage Improvements adjacent to Harvest Green

Construction has commenced on improvements to the drainage of the outside toe of the levee adjacent to the Harvest Green development.  This project will clear out the trees and vegetation that prevents adequate drainage on the toe of the levee.

Contractor has completed clearing operations and has started grading of the new swales and drainage improvements. Construction is expected to last through January 2020.

Improvements to Raw Water Tanks at Surface Water Treatment Plant

The District will install a floating mixer in each of the raw water storage tanks at the Surface Water Treatment Plant located off Skinner Road.  The mixers will create constant movement in the raw water to limit sediment from settling to the bottom of the tank. In addition, stairs and walkways will be installed as part of this project to improve operator access to the tanks.

Notice to proceed has been issued and materials have been ordered by Contractor.  Construction at the Surface Water Treatment Plant is expected to commence in January 2020.

PROJECTS UNDER DESIGN

Mason Road Levee Improvements

The District is working on raising the levee along Mason Road from the intersection of FM 359, north along Mason Road, then east along Oyster Creek to Farmers Road.   Plans include adding up to an additional one (1) foot of height to the levee between Pecan Grove Plantation Country Club and Farmer Road where it crosses Oyster Creek.  Project will include adjustments to the existing parking lot at Belin Park which will include new paving in portions of the parking lot.

Project was awarded to TLC Construction.  Construction is expected to comment in February 2020.  Construction schedule will impact parking at the Belin Park.  District will update residents as information is available.

North Pump Station Improvements

The District is improving the access to the north pump station by adjusting the headwall and grading modifications.  Project also includes automation of the pumps based on level of water in Bullhead Slough.

Project is currently under design and construction is currently planned for mid-2020.

South Pump Station Automation

The District is updating the electrical system to allow for the pumps at the south pump station to automatically turn on or off based on the water level in the main channel.

District is working to obtain construction bids for the project.  Construction is expected to commence in early 2020.

Electrical Improvements and Generator at Water Plant No. 2

The District is updating the electrical system including installation of a new generator at water plant no. 2 (located near the elevated storage tank).

Design is underway and expected to be completed shortly with construction anticipated in early 2020.

Improvements at Water Plant No. 3

The District is modifying the pumps and piping system at water plant no. 3 (located at the end of Willow Bend Dr.).

Design is underway and expected to be completed shortly.  Construction anticipated in early 2020.

South Pump Station Access Road Improvements

The District is improving the access road to the south pump station to install a concrete driveway.

Design is underway and expected to be completed in 4^th Quarter 2019 with construction anticipated in early 2020.

Rehabilitation of Lift Station 7

The District is rehabilitating and updating the electrical controls at Lift Station No. 7. The pumps, concrete wet well, valves, electrical components and other appurtenances have reached the design life.

Project has been awarded to Gilleland Smith and construction is expected to commence in early 2020.

Once again, the District will pick up – and recycle – all clean Christmas trees placed curbside. The dates for recycling are:

• Thursday, January 2nd
• Thursday, January 9th

Please remove your tree base and make sure your tree is not over 5 feet in height before placing your tree curbside. Trees with flocking, lights, ornaments or other decorations cannot be recycled, so place only clean trees at the curb by 7:00am.

Please do your part this Holiday season to cut down on the unnecessary use of landfill space. We also encourage you – throughout the year – to fill up those curbside recycling bins.

For items not accepted in bins, call or visit the Fort Bend County Recycle/Environmental Center at 1200 Blume Road, on the western edge of the Rosenberg city limits.

Hours of operation at the Fort Bend County Recycle / Environmental Center are:

• Recycling: Monday through Saturday 8:00am – 4:00pm (except holidays), closed on Wednesdays.
• Household Hazardous Waste: Mondays 9:00am – 6:00pm; 1st Saturday of each month 8:00am – 2:00pm

The automated Recycling / Household Hazardous Waste information telephone line is 281-633-7527.

More information can be found on our web site, www.pecangrovemud.com, where we have a link to the Fort Bend County Recycle / Environmental Center website.

Dear PGMUD Resident:

Below please find a summary of the many activities underway within the District. Please feel free to call the District’s office at (281) 238-5000 for answers to any questions you may have. The next regular meeting of PGMUD’s board will be December 17.

• Trash will not be collected Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28.
• Precinct 3 Commissioner Andy Meyers Attended Meeting and Offered the County’s Financial Help Developing Park Land Owned by PGMUD.
• Fort Bend County has Donated .9793 Acre to PGMUD at Mason and Farmer Roads.
• New Day Shift Contract Deputy Assigned to Pecan Grove:  John Castillo.
• PGVFD Responded to 111 Calls Last Month (61 in Pecan Grove). Year to Date the Department has Responded to 920 Emergency Calls – a New Record.
• PGVFD Has 15 Volunteers. All Have Firefighter 1 Status.  Volunteers Work Weekends And Supplement The Usual 2 Person Duty Crew. Their Stipend is $50 for a 12 Hour Block of Time And $100 for 24 Hours. Volunteers are a Huge Benefit to the Community.
• Santa Will Ride Through Pecan Grove and Plantation Place on December 7 Starting on Savannah Drive at 7:00 a.m. He Will Visit Pecan Lakes on Dec. 14.
• Trees Bordering Harvest Green Have Been Cut to Make Way For a Drainage Channel at Toe of PGMUD’s Levee.  Harvest Green is Paying for This Channel and Cost of Maintenance Will be Shared Equally.
• Sidewalk Improvements From Previous Month:
  • 10/24/19 726 Land Grant Dr Driveway Panel Around Manhole
  • 10/14/19 2114 Cannon Farm Hills Sidewalk Around Meter Box
  • 10/14/19 1831 Rock Fence Sidewalk and Driveway Around Valves

    Please keep in mind the District does not own nor maintain sidewalks, driveways and curbs and is unable to spend tax payer dollars to fix private issues. However, the District can make repairs to a sidewalk in the event there is a failed district utility in the area of the sidewalk and the deformation is substantial. Please call the customer service office to have your sidewalk inspected.

• Water Meters Replaced at 1.5 Million Gallons Last Month: 15
• Elevated Storage Tank Cleaning and Adding Pecan Grove to North Side of Tank Will be Considered at PGMUD’s December 17 Regular Meeting.
• Number of Subscribers for PGMUD’s News and Alerts:  3241
• Number of Visitors to WWW.PECANGROVEMUD.COM Last Month:  1399
• Storm Drain Pipes Serving Victoria Garden at Old South are Being Increased From 30″ to 60″ Diameter to Better Drain That Intersection (Notice Man Standing Beside Pipe). See Projects Under Construction Below for More Information.

PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Main Channel Rehabilitation

The District is rehabilitating the south bank of Main Channel at its confluence with Jones Creek.  During Harvey a portion of this bank eroded causing cavities behind some of the existing slope paving.  Repairs will include rebuilding the slope, installation of an erosion control mat, and grout filing behind the void under the existing slope paving.  The District has obtained approval from FEMA for this project.

Construction expected to begin next week.

Jones Creek Slope Rehabilitation

Construction has commenced on the Jones Creek Slope Rehabilitation project, which consists of installation of gabion basket erosion protection system along the west side of Pecan Lakes, adjacent to Jones Creek.  Project is expected be under construction through 2020.

Residents are reminded that this is an active heavy construction site.  DO NOT enter construction site at any time.  There has been unauthorized access to the construction area which places the unauthorized visitor and construction crews at risk.

 Drainage Improvements to serve Victoria Garden Drive

The District is replacing the existing storm sewer from the intersection of Victoria Garden Drive and Old South Drive to the outfall into Bullhead Slough with a larger storm sewer to improve drainage in the area.  In order to facilitate construction, there will be periodic road closures throughout November, starting November 6.  Traffic lanes will be open at the end of the work day.

Construction is ongoing and is expected to be completed in early December 2019.

Culvert Rehabilitation at Mayweather

Construction has commenced on the rehabilitation of existing culverts on the west side of Mayweather, where they discharge into Main Channel, in addition to minor slope paving repairs.

Project is expected to last through the end 2019.

Levee Drainage Improvements adjacent to Harvest Green

Construction has commenced on improvements to the drainage of the outside toe of the levee adjacent to the Harvest Green development.  This project will clear out the trees and vegetation that prevents adequate drainage on the toe of the levee.

Construction is expected to last through 2019.

Improvements to Raw Water Tanks at Surface Water Treatment Plant

The District will install a floating mixer in each of the raw water storage tanks at the Surface Water Treatment Plant located off Skinner Road.  The mixers will create constant movement in the raw water to limit sediment from settling to the bottom of the tank. In addition, stairs and walkways will be installed as part of this project to improve operator access to the tanks.

Notice to proceed has been issued and materials have been ordered by Contractor.  Construction at the Surface Water Treatment Plant is expected to commence in January 2020.

PROJECTS UNDER DESIGN

Mason Road Levee Improvements

The District is working on raising the levee along Mason Road from the intersection of FM 359, north along Mason Road, then east along Oyster Creek to Farmers Road.   Plans include adding up to an additional one (1) foot of height to the levee between Pecan Grove Plantation Country Club and Farmer Road where it crosses Oyster Creek.  Project will include adjustments to the existing parking lot at Belin Park which will include new paving in portions of the parking lot.

Current schedule is for construction to commence in early 2020.

North Pump Station Improvements

The District is improving the access to the north pump station by adjusting the headwall, grading and relocation of existing powerlines.  Project also includes automation of the pumps based on level of water in Bullhead Slough.

Project is currently under design and construction is currently planned for mid-2020.

South Pump Station Automation

The District is updating the electrical system to allow for the pumps at the south pump station to automatically turn on or off based on the water level in the main channel.

District is working to receive construction bids for the project to commence in early 2020.

Electrical Improvements and Generator at Water Plant No. 2

The District is updating the electrical system including installation of a new generator at water plant no. 2 (located near the elevated storage tank).

Design is underway and expected to be completed by the end 2019 with construction anticipated in early 2020.

Improvements at Water Plant No. 3

The District is modifying the pumps and piping system at water plant no. 3 (located at the end of Willow Bend Dr.).

Design is underway and expected to be completed in 4^th Quarter 2019.  Project is current advertising to receive bids by the end of December 2019.  Construction anticipated in early 2020.

South Pump Station Access Road Improvements

The District is improving the access road to the south pump station to install a concrete driveway.

Design is underway and expected to be completed in 4^th Quarter 2019 with construction anticipated in early 2020.

Rehabilitation of Lift Station 7

The District is rehabilitating and updating the electrical controls at Lift Station No. 7. The pumps, concrete wet well, valves, electrical components and other appurtenances have reached the design life.

Project has been awarded to Gilleland Smith and construction is expected to commence in early 2020.