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Upcoming Rains with Tropical Storm Nicholas

Tropical Storm Nicholas continues to track north towards the Texas coast with landfall likely to occur somewhere between Corpus Christi and Galveston Bay Monday evening. Some rain bands out ahead of Nicholas have already reached the Texas coast with an increasingly widespread area of rainfall expected to arrive as Nicholas inches closer to land later today.

Excessive Rainfall Outlook features a remarkable three straight days’ worth of Moderate Risks (level 3/4) for portions of the Texas coast and southern Louisiana. Localized totals of up to 20 inches of rain is possible across parts of the Texas and Louisiana coastlines through the mid-week, with widespread amounts between southern Texas and southwest Louisiana around 5 to 10 inches. Rainfall amounts of this magnitude will likely lead to areas of flash flooding that could be life-threatening where the heaviest totals and highest rainfall rates transpire.

The good news is that we’ve been very dry and the drainage and storm sewer system are empty.

Here are some ways that you can assist and encourage your system to drain as efficiently as possible:

  • Bring in any trash cans, bags or other items that could get caught in rising street water. These items can float and block the inlet preventing or restricting any water from entering the storm drains.
  • If you typically have a car parked in the street, consider pulling it up into your driveway as close to your house as possible, with the engine towards the house.  If unable to pull the car into the driveway, consider asking a neighbor to use any unoccupied space.
  • Be sure to monitor official announcements from Fort Bend County Office of Emergency Management and the National Weather Service for official updates.

Odyssey and EDP are communicating regarding any needs for the District; however, EDP has your District in good shape and ready to handle this storm.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact EDP or Odyssey Engineering Group.

Highlights of Pecan Grove MUD Meeting – August 31, 2021

The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held via teleconference on the evening of August 31, 2021.

PGVFD Report – August 2021

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office – Monthly Contract Report – August 2021

Parks Report (Time and Season, Inc.)

Flags at the parks were lowered to half-staff to honor and remember the service personnel killed at the Kabul airport in Afghanistan.
The monument signs in the parks were power washed in August.

Operations Report (EDP) for July 2021

All water quality tests were found to be in compliance for the month of July. Repairs were carried out on the SWTP membrane system, WWTP sludge box winch and the WWTP thickener sludge pump. Bollards have been ordered for installation at the northeast corner of the levee. A tree growing in the levee between Pecan Grove and Harvest Green will be removed in September. Water wells 3, 4 and 5 were performance tested in July with all passing.

This month’s water bill message is:

Please conserve water. Check your sprinkler system. Water in the street indicates adjustments are needed in duration and/or sprinkler pattern. Water smart and save money in the process. Free toilet leak detection tablets are available at the customer service office.

Click here to view Projects Under Construction and Design.

Venomous Snake in Pecan Grove Park

Pecan Grove MUD has recently received reports of the presence of a venomous snake in the Pecan Grove Park off Pitts Road. Time and Season is monitoring the situation and following the guidance and regulations set by the Texas Parks Wildlife Department.

Highlights of Pecan Grove MUD Meeting – July 27, 2021

The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Baptist Church on the evening of July 27, 2021.

PGVFD Report – June 2021

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office

Monthly Contract Report – Pecan Grove – June 2021

There were two Burglary of Motor vehicles, both were unlocked vehicles. There were three burglaries of habitations. One was a known suspect who took property from a residence. One was property taken out of a garage that had been left open and the last one was a forced entry burglary where a window was broken in order to gain entry.

Parks Report (Time and Season, Inc.)

T&S removed the dead bottlenose brushes in Pecan Grove Park in July. No additional action at this time.

On July 14th, following the levee inspection, CDC contacted T&S regarding issues of Army worms. The park liaison approved treated for the worms along the levee for an estimated of $3,200.00. No additional action at this time.

Bullhead Slough

The aerators in Bullhead Slough continue to have maintenance and failure problems. CDC (the districts primary landscape contractor) is requesting that the district consider replacing the current aerators with the same type of aerator (Aqua Master Diffuser) as we use in Pecan Lakes.

Operations Report (EDP)

Repairs and Operations

In June repairs were completed at the water plant #2 emergency generator radiator and the generator is working. As a result of the annual fire hydrant flushing 5 hydrants (out of 411 tested) were repaired and are back in service.

Action Items Requested

Repairs are needed for the wastewater treatment plant sludge box winch and for the wastewater treatment plant thickener sludge pump. In addition, bollards are going to be installed at the North Eastern corner of the levee to impeded unauthorized vehicular traffic. Driving motorized vehicles on the levee can result in a $5,000 fine to violators.

In the near future, the district will be adding the capability for emergency text notification to all residents who have signed up through the website. This would allow the district to alert homeowners of any actions that negatively affect the water supply system and require them to take action.

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Alligator Sighting in Pecan Lakes Detention Pond

Pecan Grove MUD has recently received reports of the presence of an alligator in Pecan Lakes Detention Pond. Pecan Grove MUD is monitoring the situation and following the guidance and regulations set by the Texas Parks Wildlife Department.

Pecan Grove MUD requests that residents report any sightings of alligators to its operator, Environmental Development Partners, at (281) 238-5000. Please share this information with your neighbors and visit pecangroveud.com for more details about the District.

Highlights of Pecan Grove MUD Meeting – June 29, 2021

The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Baptist Church on the evening of May 26, 2021. This was the first in-person meeting for the board since February of 2020.

PGVFD Report – May 2021

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office

Monthly Contract Report – Pecan Grove – June 2021

Operations Report (EDP)

Our operations group is continuing to investigate the under reporting of water produced.

Repairs and Operations

In May repairs were completed at the Surface Water Plant with the reinstallation of a dewatering pipe for the sedimentation basin, the replacement of a high service pump and the completion of the membrane health check. The damaged automatic transfer switch at the Waste Water Treatment plant was replaced. The annual fire hydrant flushing was completed.

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Highlights of Pecan Grove MUD Meeting – May 26, 2021

The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held via conference call on the evening of May 26, 2021. Current plans for the meetings are to return to in person meetings beginning in June.

PGVFD

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office – Monthly Contract Report

Electric Supply Contract

Dave Ciarella reported on the new contract with TXU that lowers are price per KW hour to about $0.41.

Parks Report

Marcus Campbell reported that there has been some vandalism in the restrooms at Pecan Grove Park that has been reported to the Sheriff’s office. The lighting at Windmill Park has been replaced. In May there were 16 pavilion reservations and June reservations are starting out strong. There also has been considerable interest in reserving the new community building for events when it is completed.

Operations

Accountability for April was high again as EDP still has some under production errors.



Annual fire hydrant testing begins the week of June 14th.

All water quality testing for the month was completed and showed that we meet all state standards.

The annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) will be mailed out in June.

We continue to maintain our website and send email blasts of important information to those signed up for emails. We have 3,663 email subscribers, up 32 from last month.

Click here to view Projects Under Construction and Design.

New Community Center in Pecan Grove Park

The Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District broke ground recently, in the Southeast corner of Pecan Grove Park, on a new Community Center. The District has completed the majority of the groundwork including digging the detention pond and laying the necessary pipework. Next steps include pouring the concrete slab for the Center.

The District had $1,000,000 in undesignated surplus funds remaining from their Series 2010 Bonds. Additionally, the District had approximately $752,000 in undesignated surplus funds originating from their reimbursement from a Natural Resources Conservation Service Grant. The NRCS grant was a reimbursement from the state for the Jones Creek Project.

In total, the District has allocated the $1,752,000 to be used for the new Community Center. Any unused funds remaining after the completion of the project will remain as surplus in the District’s account and could be used for future projects. The estimated cost of the Community Center project at completion is $1,634,000.

The Community Center will be used for both official District activities and public usage. There will be space for community rentals and activities. In addition, the Pecan Grove’s administrative office will move to the new Center and there will be space for the monthly District board meetings.

Currently, Pecan Grove Park has a pavilion that is often rented out. The Community Center will give the community an alternate space to use during less advantageous weather conditions.

The new Community Center will be completed by the fourth quarter of 2021.

PGMUD Weather Update

The District’s Operator (EDP) and Engineer (Odyssey) are monitoring the current and projected Brazos River levels.

The river is projected to reach an elevation of 42.5’ around Sunday, June 6th which puts the District into readiness Level 3. Per the District’s EAP (Emergency Action Plan), the south pump station gates should close at Brazos River elevation 40.0′. The next critical EAP elevation would be 43.56′ Brazos River gage elevation which would indicate the Pecan Lakes pump station lead pump turns on.

Please continue to check the website for updates.

New Federal Flood Insurance Information

New FEMA Risk Rating 2.0 for Flood Insurance Premiums

Change Effective 10/1/21

Pecan Grove MUD residents,

A question that many residents have asked Pecan Grove MUD, is “Even though I live behind a levee, should I still buy flood insurance?” While each resident must make that decision for themselves, Pecan Grove MUD strongly recommends that every homeowner purchase flood insurance. Whether you have insurance already or are considering purchasing insurance, there is new information that you need to know.

Historically, FEMA, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, would determine the flood risk of property based on published Flood Insurance Rate Maps. The maps, or FIRMs, would show different flood factors and flood risk potential which they would use to set the rates of flood insurance. This methodology has not changed in over 50 years, but the change is coming, effective October 1, 2021.  FEMA’s new method called Risk Rating 2.0 utilizes newer technology available to assess the flood risk of a property.

Using Risk Rating 2.0, FEMA estimates that 14% of Texas residents with an existing flood insurance policy will see an immediate decrease in their flood insurance premium; 79% of Texas residents with an existing flood insurance policy will see an immediate increase in their flood insurance premium that could be as much as $120 per year; 3% of Texas residents with an existing flood insurance policy will see an immediate increase in their flood insurance premium of $120 to $140 per year; and 4% of Texas residents with an existing flood insurance policy will see an immediate increase in their flood insurance premium greater than $240 per year. These FEMA estimates are for the first effective year and are averages only.

We do not yet know how Risk Rating 2.0 will impact flood insurance prices in Pecan Grove MUD. We do not know which category of premium change will include the District or your home.  However, if you already have flood insurance, FEMA says you will be grandfathered into how fast your flood insurance premium can increase. Under current law, it is federally mandated that a flood insurance premium cannot increase by more than 18% per year and FEMA indicates that they will abide by this rule.

However, we cannot guarantee any specific information about FEMA’s program or how future increases will be applied.

As Board members, we encourage you to get flood insurance now. Contact your home insurance provider. Since a flood insurance policy takes 30 days to go into effect, you must purchase your policy by September 1, 2021, for your policy to become effective prior to the effective date of Risk Rating 2.0.

Additional information regarding Risk Rating 2.0 can be found at Risk Rating 2.0: Equity in Action | FEMA.gov. We encourage you to visit the FEMA website and/or talk to your insurance agent as soon as possible.

 

Welcome Edward Gordon, Jr. to the Board

Pecan Grove MUD would like to welcome Edward Gordon, Jr. to the Board of Directors beginning this May as Assistant Vice President.

Mr. Gordon has been a resident of Pecan Grove for over 33 years and has served in Law Enforcement for 44 years. He is currently employed with the Fort Bend County District Attorney Office as the Chief Investigator.

Mr. Gordon is a Lifetime Member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and a member of FBI National Academy Associates. He is a graduate of the Central Fort Bend Chambers of Commerce Leadership class of 2020. Ed is also a rancher and loves to ride motorcycles.

Sanitary Television

Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District has contracted with Pro Pipe to conduct preventative maintenance by assessing the internal condition of select area of District’s sanitary sewer. Pro Pipe will be utilizing CCTV cameras and a method known as “smoke testing”.

Prior to performing CCTV inspection, Pro Pipe will clean the selected sanitary sewer segments. The cleaning process causes a vacuum in the sewer. This may affect some home that have inadequate or partially blocked drain vents. The vacuum caused by the cleaning process may cause “P-traps” to be sucked dry.

As a result, you may notice a sewer smell. To help minimize this effect, run a little water in your drains to refill the P-traps and it is recommended that you shut the water valve off to all your toilets, put the toilet seats down and cover floor drains with car mats on the days that sewer cleaning is scheduled. This will also minimize any possible splashing that of the P-trap water in homes that are poorly vented.

These same directions should be followed when smoke testing is being performed. The smoke testing will be performed after the cleaning and CCTV inspection. Smoke testing is utilized to determine where possible defects in the sewer main might exist. It is not uncommon for smoke to enter houses through the sewer lateral (service connection) and to exit through dry P-traps and other areas of the home where ventilation might not be superior.

Pro Pipe will be conducting CCTV in sections of Plantation 4 & 5 starting on May 19, 2021. The process should take no more than two days before Pro Pipe moves to another area within the District.

The current schedule is Plantation 12 &22, Outer section 2 of Pecan Lakes, Plantation 6 & 9 followed by Plantation Place.  Once the CCTV is performed the Pro Pipe will commence smoke testing and we will further update the notice.

If you would like further information, Pro Pipe’s on site representative is Robert Hueners and can be reached at 214-784-2360.

The Districts representative is Russell Piper who can be reached at 281-238-5000.

Highlights of Pecan Grove MUD Meeting – April 27, 2021

New Park in Precinct #3

Chris Elam from Precinct #3 Commissioner Meyer’s office discussed the plans for a proposed new 16 acre park south of our Surface Water Treatment Plant and northwest of Frost Elementary School. This information has also been shared with Fort Bend Municipal Utility District Nos. 143,146, 165 and 194. The commissioner’s office has asked these MUDs for input on development of this park. The park will follow the new Brandt Road extension.

Electric Supply Contract

Dave Ciarella reported on current pricing for electricity and the trends in electrical contract prices.

PGVFD Statistics For March 2021

Pecan Grove Monthly Sheriff’s Contract Report – March 2021

Operations Report

Water

(Due to a meter problem at Well No. 2, Ground Water Produced numbers for March are understated and accountability is overstated.)

Annual Fire Hydrant Flushing

Flushing of the District’s water lines will be conducted beginning on Monday, June 14, 2021. The flushing may continue until Friday, June 18, 2021.

Significant Activities for March

Several repairs were in process for March for the Surface Water Treatment plant including:

  • Ammonia analyzer replacement
  • Turbidimeter replacement
  • Sedimentation Basin Dewatering Pipe Reinstallation and the annual Membrane Health Check

In addition, the Water Plant #2 emergency generator is awaiting repair parts to get that unit back in service.

Planned Future Repairs

Wastewater Treatment Plant Step Screen Repair and Surface Water Treatment Plant High Service Pump #3 Motor Replacement all need repair.

Other

There will be no garbage pickup or recycling on Memorial Day, May 31st. Normal pick-up will resume on June 3rd.

Parks Report

Flags in the parks were lowered to half-staff in the parks to honor victims in Boulder and Indianapolis plus the passing of Walter Mondale and Congressman Alcee Hastings.

Two trees beside Bullhead Slough may need to be removed due to erosion.

There were 6 pavilion reservations utilized at Pecan Grove Park in April.

Board of Directors Vacancy

Director Bertrand is moving out of the district and filling his vacant position was considered in Executive Session. After the Executive Session, resident Ed Gordon was approved as a new director to fill the vacancy.

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Highlights of Pecan Grove MUD Meeting – March 30, 2021

Trash and Recycle Information (WCA)

To report a recycle or trash problem please go to the District’s home page at www.pecangrovemud.com.

Recycle and trash hauling trucks look the same – BUT GO TO APPROPRIATE DESTINATIONS. Crews work from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (or later on heavy load days). Crews are not allowed to accept trash in a recycle container. WCA has been acquired.  Trucks markings and color may change.

Operator’s Report for the Board (EDP)

Management Summary

  • Significant Repairs From Previous Month: 19
  • In-Progress Water Distribution, Sanitary Sewer and Storm Water Repairs: 4
  • Water Plant #2 Generator Emergency Repair – On March 22nd, we had an emergency repair to the water plant #2 generator radiator. The estimated cost for replacement is $38,000.00 with a 6-8 week lead time. The radiator was found to be cracked and leaking following an extended run time during the freeze.

District Website

We continue to send updates to the website as needed. As of February 26, 2021, there are 3,613 email subscribers (+73).

  • Visitors to Customer Service Office: 313
  • Visitors to District’s Website Period Ending March 18:  1515
  • Customers Receiving News and Alerts: 3,632

 Parks Report (Time and Season, Inc.)

  1. T&S lowered the flags to half-staff from March 18th thru 22nd at Pecan Grove Park and Memorial Park in honor of the tragedy in Atlanta.
  2. T&S lowered the flags to half-staff from March 23rd and set to raise on March 27th at Pecan Grove Park and Memorial Park to honor the victims in Boulder, CO.
  3. T&S replaced broken parts on the flags pole at Memorial and Pecan Grove Park.
  4. Due to COVID-19, T&S completed additional cleaning as per the approval of the board for the month of February.

Action Item Request & Updates

T&S was authorized at the October meeting to fertilize and herbicide the new trees at Pecan Grove Park. This has been completed. We have also pruned the trees. Stakes have been removed and mulch is scheduled for first week of April. CDC fertilized and herbicide the parks and levee. The Pecan Grove Park was also treated for fire grass.

T&S also mulched all the trees along Mason Road and Memorial Park.

T&S reported last month the water was off at Pecan Grove Park following Winter Storm Uri due to numerous leaks in the building. We repaired 10 leaks within the plumbing in the wall, water fountain and toilet leaks. See pictures attached. We will paint the repairs on the wall the week of March 29th.

February  2021 PGVFD  Report

Contract Deputy Report

For the month of March:

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News and February 23 Board Meeting Highlights

Extracts from Report by the District’s Operator (EDP)

Winter Storm Uri Effects

On Friday, February 12th, our operator, EDP, initiated our Emergency Response Plan in preparation for Winter Storm. On Tuesday, Feb 16th around 8:00 p.m. the District lost power in many sections of Pecan Grove. During this period water plant #2 (WP#2) and the waste water treatment plant changed over to generator power and continued to function as they should. The surface water treatment plant also switched to generator power, but that only powers the main building, so no water was able to be produced. The big concern was the loss of WP #1 which put the entire district’s water needs on WP #2. With water only being supplied by one water plant, pressure in the system did decrease quickly, but the plant programming kicked in and all booster pumps turned on to maintain system pressure. However, keeping all booster pumps running was unsustainable as it would have drained the ground storage tank faster than the well could refill it. At that point we decreased the pressure settings to just above the minimum required (35psi) and began looking for a way to get another plant online. In normal conditions, our pressure settings for the system are 55-60psi.

We determined the only viable alternative was WP #3, which has a generator, but was off line for maintenance. Our engineers, Odyssey Engineering Group was alerted and they contacted W. W. Payton, the contractors performing the maintenance, to see how close WP #3 was to being operational. Their team responded promptly and met us on site. We were able to run through the last few items to get the plant up and running around 1:00 AM on Wednesday, Feb 17th. Getting a second water plant on line resulted in minimal time of lower than normal, but safe, pressures throughout the system. Maintaining this pressure spared Pecan Grove MUD customers the Boil Water Notices experienced by many surrounding communities.

Due to Winter Storm Uri, Pecan Grove MUD was not able to read the water meters on February 15th. Therefore, we have billed each customer the same usage as their January bill. When we read meters in March, we will be able to correct any discrepancies. Please note, the February 15th date was prior to any leaks experienced due to the winter storm. If you had a pipe break at your house, please email customerservice@pecangrovemud.com to advise when the leak occurred and when it was repaired.

  • Significant Repairs From Previous Month: 19
  • In-Progress Water Distribution, Sanitary Sewer and Storm Water Repairs: 2
  • Lift Station #3 Lift Pump #2 Replacement: Authorization was requested to replace lift station #3 lift pump #2 for an estimated cost of $9,200.00. The current pump is out of production and replacement parts cannot be found.
  • Sidewalk Improvements From Previous Month: 1900 Block of Misty Falls Ln. Sidewalk Replacement Around Manhole
  • Emergency Water Interconnect Usage: Harvest Green purchased water from the District Feb. 15 and 16.
  • Meter Replacement: We continue to replace meters as they approach the one and one half million gallon mark as well as hard to read and stuck meters. There is a total of 5,009 meters replaced to date, with 5 meter(s) replaced this month.
  • Water Production Period Ending January 15: 39,397,000 gallons
    • Ground water: 113,000 gallons
    • Surface water: 39,284,000 gallons (99.7%)
    • Adjusted Accountability 99.4%
  • Visitors to Customer Service Office: 401
  • Visitors to District’s Website Period Ending February 18: 2,725 (new record)
  • Customers Receiving News and Alerts: 3,601

Trash and Recycle Information (WCA)

Recycle and trash containers are not required to be placed in the street. They may be placed on the sidewalk or as close to the curb as practical.

To report a recycle or trash problem please go to the District’s home page at www.pecangrovemud.com. Leave the container near the street until it is picked up.

Recycle and trash hauling trucks look the same – BUT GO TO APPROPRIATE DESTINATIONS.

Crews are not allowed to accept trash in a recycle container.

Crews work from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (or later on heavy load days).

Operation of the Parks (Time and Season)

Winter Freeze – T&S was able to open the park during the freezing temperatures. On Wednesday, we received a call regarding a water leak in the park. Upon arrival, we found water coming from the bathroom building. Currently the water is off and we are scheduling a plumber to investigate all leaks.

T&S replaced all flags at Pecan Grove Park and Memorial Park.

T&S lowered the flags to half-staff from February 8th thru 10th at Pecan Grove Park and Memorial Park in honor of Congressman Ron Wright.

Due to COVID-19, T&S completed additional cleaning as per the approval of the board for the month of January.

T&S was authorized at the October meeting to fertilize and herbicide the new trees at Pecan Grove Park. This has been completed. We have also pruned the trees. Stakes and mulch will be completed in March.

T&S was authorized at the November meeting to move forward with tree trimming along area B (Pitts Road to Levee turns south); area C (Plantation Road South and around to end of area B – chain link fence); area A (FM 359 to Pitts Road) and area D (Timothy Ln to the north). This work has been completed.

Pecan Grove VFD Report for January

Sheriff’s Office Report for January 2021

There were a total of 5 BMV’s with 4 of them being in the Apartment complex. Most were unknown entry.

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Freeze Protection Suggestions

With the temperature over the weekend beginning February 12 and into early next week expected to reach record lows, we would like to remind everyone to take the time to inspect and insulate their household water lines.

Below we have a diagram and instructions on how best to prevent damage to your irrigation system and back flow preventer.

Protect Your Backflow Preventer

Step 1:  Turn off the shut-off valve

On most residential backflow devices, there are two shut-off valves. These are typically covered in blue rubber and are located before and after the actual backflow device.

Step 2: Release the water pressure

Now that you have shut off the water valve, you must release the water that is in the device so that it doesn’t expand when it freezes and crack the device. With a flat head screwdriver, loosen the two bleeder valves (#3 and #4 as illustrated). The bleeder valves are usually located just under the plastic top of the backflow. Sometimes, they have rubber inserts you have to remove before you can see the flathead screw. When opening these, be aware that the water will spew out for a few seconds and your hands will get wet.  NOTE: If the water doesn’t stop spitting out after a couple minutes, you haven’t fully turned off the water in step 1.

Step 3: Leave the smaller bleeder valves open

This will allow the water to expand and freeze without being hindered and causing damage.

 Step 4: Insulate your Backflow

At almost all home improvements stores, they carry backflow preventer insulation materials.

Additionally, if your service line to your house is exposed to the air you should ensure that it is properly insulated. With an extended hard freeze a strong possibility the chance of an exposed service line freezing, cracking and then bursting when thawed is much higher. Taking these precautions now can save you time, money and a mess later.

News and January 26 Board Meeting Highlights

Trash and Recycle Information (Trevor Royal of WCA)

Recycle and trash containers are not required to be placed in the street.  They may be placed on the sidewalk or as close to the curb as practical.

To report recycle or trash problem please go to the District’s home page at www.pecangrovemud.com

Recycle and trash hauling trucks look the same – BUT GO TO APPROPRIATE DESTINATIONS.

Crews are not allowed to accept trash in a recycle container.

Crews work from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (or later on heavy load days).

Operation of the Parks (Marcus Campbell of Time and Season)

T&S lowered the flags to half-staff from January 10th thru 13th at Pecan Grove Park and Memorial Park in honor of US Capital Police Officers Brian Sicknick and Howard Liebengood.

Due to COVID-19, T&S completed additional cleaning as per the approval of the board for the month of December.

T&S was authorized at the October meeting to fertilize and herbicide the new trees at Pecan Grove Park. This has been completed. We have also pruned the trees. Stakes and mulch will be completed in March.

T&S was authorized at the November meeting to move forward with tree trimming along area B (Pitts Road to Levee turns south); area C (Plantation Road South and around to end of area B – chain link fence); area A (FM 359 to Pitts Road) and area D (Timothy Ln to the north). This work is in process and expected to be completed by end of week January 25th

T&S was authorized at the September meeting to move forward with new playground equipment and “kiddie cushion” surface material for Windmill Park. These  improvements have been received and installed. T&S was also authorized at the November meeting to repair and paint the pavilion. This has been completed. See playground photo below.

Pecan Grove VFD Report for December (Chief Joe Woolley)

COVID-19 protocol continues as written.

Our PPE stock is in good shape for now.

Our call volume has increased each month over the last year, mostly due to our population increasing as Harvest Green fills up and Covid – 19 also plays a part. We are responding to positive cases sometimes daily, about 5 to 6 per week.

We have had about 17 volunteers take the Covid vaccine. Duty crew members are either taking it through their full-time department or declining to take it at all. Most are refusing the vaccine.

In December we had 3 duty crew members become positive and missed some work, they have all recovered and back to work.

I am still closing out 2020 but we responded to just over 1,100 calls for service, another record for PGVFD

Stay Safe and Healthy.

Joey

Sheriff’s Office Report  (Lt. W. Hasted)

Four of the BMVs occurred at the Apartment Complex. Two smashed windows, one unlocked and one unknown how entry was made.

Extracts from Report by District Operator (EDP)

Adjusted Water Accountability: 96.1%

Customer Visits to District Office:  365

Water Sources for Period Ending December 15:

  • Wells – 7,078,000 gallons, 15.5%
  • Surface – 38,471,000 gallons, 84.5%

Drinking Water Testing

We collected 15 bacteriological samples in the month of December 2020. Daily distribution system disinfection testing confirmed the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Effluent

There were no permit excursions for the month of December 2020. The Wastewater Treatment Plant is operating at 47% of the design flow.

Surface Water Treatment Plant Membrane Health Check

I was authorized at the October meeting to initiate an overall membrane system health check to be performed by PALL Water at the surface water treatment plant. This is scheduled for completion the week of February 17th.

Surface Water Treatment Plant Ammonia Monochloramine Analyzer Replacement

I was authorized at the November meeting to purchase and install a new 5500sc Ammonia Monochloramine analyzer. The analyzer has been delivered and we are scheduling installation and start up.

Surface Water Treatment Plant Low Range and Ultra High Range Turbidimeter Replacement

I was authorized at the November meeting to purchase and install three new TU5300sc low range and three new TU5400sc ultra high range turbidimeters. The turbidimeters have been delivered and we are scheduling installation and start up.

Surface Water Treatment Plant TCEQ Required Program Modifications

On January 13th, we moved forward with program changes to the PALL membrane system’s DIT (Direct Integrity Test) recording system for an estimated cost of $7,900.00. TCEQ has mandated that by April 2021 the DIT parameters shall change to record and report the lowest pressure of the test not the final reading. This was approved so that we would be at the front of the line of plants to be in compliance.

In-Progress Water Distribution, Sanitary Sewer and Storm Water Repairs: 10

Significant Repairs From Previous Month: 18

Water Meter Replacement

We continue to replace meters as they approach the one and one half million gallon mark as well as hard to read and stuck meters. There is a total of 5,004 meters replaced to date, with 2 meter(s) replaced this month.

Sidewalk Repairs

No sidewalks were repaired in December to minimize disruption of sidewalk traffic, Christmas decorations, etc.  However, next month sidewalk repairs will resume.

Visitors last month to PGMUD website: 1965

Subscribers to PGMUD News and Alerts: 3546

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Tax Transparency

Information about the District required by Section 26.18, Texas Tax Code, created by Senate Bill 2 (also known as the Texas Property Tax Reform and Transparency Act of 2019), is available below:

Section 26.18, Texas Tax Code

News and December 29 Board Meeting Highlights

Trash and Recycle Information (Trevor Royal of WCA)

Christmas tree recycle pickup dates:

Thursday, January 7th and 14th

Trees must be 5 ft or less in length (base must be removed) and free of flocking, lights, ornaments, etc.

Trash and recycle containers are not required to be placed in the street.  They may be placed on the sidewalk or as close to the curb as practical.

Problem reports or questions may be sent directly to WCA from the District’s home page at www.pecangrovemud.com.

Crews work from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (or later on heavy load days).

Recycle and trash hauling trucks look the same – BUT GO TO APPROPRIATE DESTINATIONS.

Crews are not allowed to accept trash in a recycle container.

Operations of the Parks (Marcus Campbell of Time and Season)

Due to COVID-19, T&S completed additional cleaning as per the approval of the board for the month of November.

T&S was authorized at the September meeting to move forward with new playground equipment for Windmill Park. The equipment has been received has been installed  The pictures below show the park on January 1.  All equipment is new and the remaining work is installation of Kiddie Cushion under the play equipment which should be completed by January 5, 2021.

T&S was authorized at the November meeting to repair and paint the pavilion at Windmill Park. This has been completed.

T&S was authorized at the October meeting to fertilize and herbicide the new trees at Pecan Grove Park. This has been completed. We were also authorized to prune, remove stakes, and mulch the new trees, this is pending completion.

T&S was authorized at the November meeting to move forward with tree trimming along area B (Pitts Road to Levee turns south for $9,750.00) and area C (Plantation Road South and around to end of area B – chain link fence $9,500.00). This work is in process. We were also authorized to herbicide and clean the toe of levee to fence line. This has been completed.

T&S is requesting authorization to move forward with tree trimming along area A (FM 359 to Pitts Road for $11,500.00) and area D (Timothy ln to the north for $2,500.00). We are also requesting authorization to hand clean the levee debris for $7,000.00. These items are included in the annual budget.

Pecan Grove VFD Report (Chief Joe Woolley)

There were 99 calls for service:

66 in Pecan Grove

15 in Waterside Estates

16 in Harvest Green

8  mutual support or  out of our service area

On Christmas day there was a kitchen fire at a residence on Pitts Road.  It was contained with minimal damage.

Our PGVFD staff is at full strength.

Sheriff’s Office Report

  • Dispatched Calls: 253
  • Traffic Stops: 49
  • Field Contacts: 3
  • Property Checks: 206
  • Arrest: 4
  • Case Reports: 28
  • Alarm Calls: 18
  • 911 Calls: 1
  • House Watch: 29
  • Burglary Vehicles: 5
  • Burglary Habitation: 0
  • Burglary Building: 0
  • Arrest Information: POM & Family Violence

4 of the BMVs occurred at the Apartment Complex. Two smashed windows, one unlocked and one unknown how entry was made.

Extracts from Report by District’s Operator (EDP)

Adjusted Water Accountability 98.2%

Water Source Last Period:  Wells: 10,630,000 gallons, Surface: 47,133,000 gallons (81.6%)

We collected 15 bacteriological samples in the month of November 2020. Daily distribution system disinfection testing confirmed the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection.

We were authorized at the April meeting to update the wastewater treatment plant lights with dark sky compliant shielding. The shielding has been installed and is providing the desired effect.

Sidewalk Improvements From Previous Month

  • 1900 Block of Hanover Springs Sidewalk Replacement Around Manhole
  • 2400 Block of Colonel Court Sidewalk Replacement Around Manhole

We replaced the missing “No Motorized Vehicles” sign where Farmer Road crosses Bullhead Slough as reported at the November meeting.

Significant Repairs From Previous Month: 15

In-Progress Water Distribution, Sanitary Sewer and Storm Water Repairs: 8

Grease trap inspections were completed on November 11th with no businesses failing.

We continue to replace meters as they approach the one and one half million gallon mark as well as hard to read and stuck meters. There is a total of 5,002 meters replaced to date, with 9 meter(s) replaced this month.

Walk-in customers to the District’s Office: 311

We continue to send updates to the website as needed. As of November 30, 2020, there are 3,507 email subscribers (+14).

Visits last month to PGMUD website: 1545

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Pecan Grove Christmas Tree Recycle Days

Let Us Recycle Those Christmas Trees!

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

  • Thursday, January 7th
  • Thursday, January 14th

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 can not 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.

News and November 24 Board Meeting Highlights

Trash and Recycle Information Update by Trevor Royal (WCA)

  • Crews work from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (or later on heavy load days).
  • Recycle and trash hauling trucks look the same – BUT GO TO APPROPRIATE DESTINATIONS.
  • Crews are not allowed to accept trash in a recycle container.
  • Trash and recycle containers may be placed in your yard as close to the curb as practical.
  • Problem reports or questions may be sent directly to WCA from the District’s home page at www.pecangrovemud.com.

Parks Management Report by Marcus Campbell (Time & Season)

T&S was authorized at the October meeting to fertilize and herbicide the new trees at Pecan Grove Park. This has been completed. We were also authorized to prune, remove stakes, and mulch the new trees, this is pending completion.

T&S was authorized at the September meeting to move forward with new playground equipment for Windmill Park. The equipment has been ordered and is pending delivery. The installing will be completed upon receipt.

T&S is requesting authorization to move forward with repairs and paint to the pavilion at Windmill Park for an estimated cost of $3,000.00. This was included in the annual budget.

T&S is requesting authorization to trim trees along area B (Pitts Road to Levee turns south for $9,750.00) and area C (Plantation Road South and around to end of area B – chain link fence $9,500.00). We are also requesting authorization to herbicide and clean the toe of levee to fence line for a total of $4,000.00. These items are included in your annual budget.

Note: All of the foregoing action requests were approved

Sheriff’s Office Report by Lt. Hastedt

The following statistics reflect activity by the contract deputies during October:

  • 255 Dispatched Calls
  • 32 Traffic Stops
  • 267 Property Checks
  • 3 Arrests: DWI, Family Assault, Warrant
  • 1 Burglary of a Vehicle
  • 0 Burglary of a Habitation

Pecan Grove VFD Report by Chief Joe Woolley

  • 90 calls for emergency service.
  • 55 calls were located in Pecan Grove.
  • 20 calls were located in Waterside.
  • 9 calls were located in Harvest Green.
  • 5 calls were located outside of our district.
  • 1 call were to mutual aid another agency.
  • House fire in Waterside on 10/29/20 caused a large amount of fire damage as well as smoke and water damage.
  • A portable building fire next to a house in Pecan Grove (CIA) 11/1/20; no extension to the house – just scorched paint.
  • Normal medical calls, motor vehicle accidents, fire/medical alarms.

We sold 178 racks of ribs. Thanks for all who purchased one and special thanks to EDP (District operator) and WCA (District waste hauling company) for their substantial purchases.

With the Holidays here and everyone putting up their Christmas cheer, remember to be careful not to overload your circuits. If your cords or breakers are getting warm you are overloading them, Get them checked by a licensed electrician.

Stay Safe and Healthy

Extracts from Report by District’s Operator (EDP)

  • Water Accountability: 100%
  • Surface Water Treatment Plant Capacity: 81%
  • PGMUD Total Metered Water: 58,736,000 Gallons
  • Total Connections: 4,487
    (The Apartments count as one connection.)

We continue to replace meters as they approach the one and one half million gallon mark as well as hard to read and stuck meters. There is a total of 4,993 meters replaced to date, with
1 meter(s) replaced this month.

Walk-ins to Customer Service Office: 416

Visits to PGMUD Web Site: 1474
Email Subscribers for News and Updates: 3493 (+27 from last month)

Status of Items Previously Discussed and Authorized

Surface Water Treatment Plant Membrane Health Check

I was authorized at the October Meeting to initiate an overall membrane system health check to be performed by PALL Water at the surface water treatment plant. I have given notice to
PALL and we are in the process of scheduling the dates for the inspection to take place.

Water Plant #2 Booster Pump and Motor Replacement

I was authorized at the January meeting to replace booster pumps #1, #2, #3 and #4 and booster pump motor #1, #2 and #3 at water plant #2. All booster pumps and motors are
working as intended. Water Plant #2 is online.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Dark Sky Compliant Light Replacement

I was authorized at the April meeting to update the wastewater treatment plant lights with dark sky compliant shielding. We have installed test shielding and it is providing good results. We
will have the final design fabricated and installed before the December meeting.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Waste Activated Sludge Pump #1 Repair

I was authorized at the September meeting to repair the wastewater treatment plant waste activated sludge pump #1. The pump has been installed and working as intended.

Surface Water Treatment Plant Sludge Well Pump #2 Repair

I was authorized in the August meeting to repair the surface water treatment plant sludge well pump #2. The pump has been installed and working as intended.

Sidewalk Improvements From Previous Month

  • Jane Long League Sidewalk Replacement Around Manhole
  • Country Mile Ct Sidewalk Replacement Around Manhole
  • Country Mile Ln Sidewalk Replacement Around Manhole

Repair Items Requiring Board Authorization

Surface Water Treatment Plant Ammonia Monochloramine Analyzer Replacement

I am requesting authorization to purchase and install a new 5500sc Ammonia Monochloramine analyzer for an estimated cost of $21,000.00. The new analyzer was approved in the current budget and I would like to proceed with the replacement.

Surface Water Treatment Plant Low Range and Ultra High Range Turbidimeter Replacement

I am requesting authorization to purchase and install three new TU5300sc low range and three new TU5400sc ultra high range turbidimeters for an estimated cost of $34,000.00. The new
turbidimeters were approved in the current budget and I would like to proceed with their replacement.

Note: All requested repair authorizations were approved.

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