Board Meetings

The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Community/Administration building on the evening of June 27, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for July 31, 2023, in the PGMUD Community/Administration building at 5:30 p.m.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office
Monthly Contract Report for  June 2023

PGVFD Report –  June 2023

Bond Sale

A representative from Masterson Advisors presented the proposal for the sale of $6.6M in 20 year unlimited tax bonds by the MUD board for construction projects. Baker Group was the most favorable bidder at a rate of 3.94385%. The board voted to accept the Baker Group bid.

Parks Report

There were five new trash cans installed along the Walking Trail around Pecan Grove Park. Tree trimming along the trail was also completed. The plans for the first stationary workout fixtures at the West end of the Park on the new trail are being finalized. The Parks Committee is also considering a new layout for the Frisbee golf course.

The Levee walking trail will be redressed with additional material.

Windmill Park’s pavilion and sidewalk have been re-grouted.

Dead landscaping around the community/administration building has been replaced.

Landscaping at Memorial Park has also been replaced and new flowers added.

Operator’s Report

June 2023 testing showed that the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection and there were no permit excursions for the month in wastewater.

At the Surface Water Treatment Plant (SWTP) the purchase and repair of the level transmitter for the clearwater mixing chamber is pending with the vendor. The parts are on order for the SWTP backwash strainer with an early fall completion. The bleach pump replacement at the SWTP has been received and is being installed. Two GAC pump motor have been replaced.

At the Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) the sludge pump VFD cabinet cooler repair is in process and should be completed in June.

The repair of the #1 pump at Lift Station #9 is complete as well as the #4 pump at the South Storm Water Pump Station.

The #1 pump at Lift Station #2 repair is in process, while the repair of the #1 pump at Lift Station #9 is complete.

The operator got approval to replace the two chlorine scales at the WWTP. Approval was also obtained for repair of the South Storm Water Pump Station Pump #4.

At the SWTP replacements for a belt press belt, the PAC pump and air compressors for the MCC building A/C and for the filter skids.

On June 5, 2023, staff attended radio training by the FB Office of Emergency Management.

The annual Consumer Confidence Report was mailed to bill paying customers in June.

The program to replace high usage meters in the district has completed replacement of 871 meters this year.

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The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Community/Administration building on the evening of May 23, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for June 27, 2023, in the PGMUD Community/Administration building at 3:30 p.m.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office
Monthly Contract Report for May 2023

PGVFD Report –  May 2023

Parks Report

The new Walking Trail around Pecan Grove Park is complete and ties into the walking trail on the levee and to the new park ramp on the Northwest corner of the park. Reservations for the Community/Administration Building and for the park pavilion are strong. The Parks committee is looking at stationary workout fixtures along the new trail as well as replacing some goals on the Frisbee golf course.

Operator’s Report

May 2023 testing showed that the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection and there were no permit excursions for the month in wastewater.

At the Surface Water Treatment Plant (SWTP) the purchase and repair of the level transmitter for the clearwater mixing chamber is pending with the vendor. The parts are on order for the SWTP backwash strainer.

At the Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) lift pump #4 has been repaired as well as the repair of the step screen. The fence at the WWTP repair is complete. The sludge pump VFD cabinet cooler repair is in process and should be completed in June.

The repair of the #1 pump at Lift Station #9 is in process. The #4 pump at the South Storm Water Pump Station is being evaluated prior to repair.

The operator asked to replace: The #1 pump at Lift Staion #2, the bleach pump at the SWTP and GAC pump motor also at the SWTP.

On May 17, 2023, the TCEQ conducted an inspection at the WWTP and there were no deficiencies noted.

The program to replace high usage meters in the district has completed replacement of 638 meters this year.

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The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Community/Administration building on the evening of April 25, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for May 23, 2023, in the PGMUD Community/Administration building at 3:30 p.m.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office
Monthly Contract Report for April 2023

PGVFD Report – April 2023

Parks Report

New tissue paper dispensers were installed in the restrooms at Pecan Grove Park. The flags at Memorial and Pecan Grove park were replaced. The butterfly gardens at Memorial Park were cleaned up and updated by residents and sponsors including:

• Derrick Diaz of West Houston Pressure Washing
• Kris & Dalin Russell of Green Pest Guys – South Houston
• Mike Spall, Manager Lowes Cinco Ranch
• Amanda & Shaun Alexander of Armored Vet

Operator’s Report

• April 2023 testing showed that the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection and there were no permit excursions for the month in wastewater.
• The parts for the Surface Water Treatment Plant (SWTP) settling basin main shaft as well as for the primary chain are delayed but should be received and installed immediately after receipt.
• The SWTP high service pump #2 has been repaired and installed.
• The replacement of the #1 booster pump at Water Plant #3 was repaired.
• The step screen at the WWTP (Waste Water Treatment Plant) should be repaired by the May meeting.
• The backwash strainer at the SWTP will be replaced. We continue to get fault alarms during backwashes.
• The South storm water pump station #4 pump was pulled for evaluation. A report is due.
• Lift station #9 lift pump has failed, will be repaired and an insurance claim has been filed.
• The #4 lift pump at the WWTP will be repaired.
• The fence at the WWTP will be repaired.
• The sludge pump cabinet cooler AC at the WWTP will be replaced.
• A total of 470 water meters have been replaced this year for high usage (more than 1.5 million gallons) or for failure.
• The customer service number is 281-238-5000.

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The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Community/Administration building on the evening of March 28, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for April 25, 2023, in the PGMUD Community/Administration building at 5:30 p.m.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office
Monthly Contract Report for March 2023

PGVFD Report – March 2023

Parks Report

Soap dispensers in the restrooms at Pecan Grove Park were replaced and new tissue paper rollers are needed. One of the picnic tables in the pavilion was replaced due to damage and a bench was added in front of the Administration building. One of the barbecue pits needs to be replaced.

Flags in the district were lowered to half-staff in memorial to former PGVFD chief Joey Wooley who passed away on March 30th.

Operator’s Report

• March 2023 testing showed that the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection and there were no permit excursions for the month in wastewater.
• The parts for the Surface Water Treatment Plant (SWTP) settling basin main shaft as well as for the primary chain are delayed but should be received and installed immediately after receipt.
• The SWTP high service pump #2 is being repaired.
• The replacement of the #1 booster pump at Water Plant #3 is in process.
• The step screen at the WWTP will be repaired when parts come in mid-April.
• The backwash strainer at the SWTP will be replaced. We continue to get fault alarms during backwashes.
• The South storm water pump station #4 pump is failing and will be pulled for evaluation.
• The annual fire hydrant flushing will begin the week of April 24^th.
• A total of 294 water meters have been replaced this year for high usage (more than 1.5 million gallons) or for failure.
• The customer service number is 281-238-5000.

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The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Community/Administration building on the evening of February 28, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for March 28, 2023, in the PGMUD Community/Administration building at 3:30 p.m.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office
Monthly Contract Report for February 2023

PGVFD Report – February 2023

Parks Report

The new walking ramp at the back of Pecan Grove Park is in place and will need bollards and signage to restrict motor vehicle access.

One of the picnic tables in the pavilion will be replaced due to damage.

Rental activity of the Administration/Community building at Pecan Grove Park is increasing.

Operator’s Report

• January 2023 testing showed that the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection and there were no permit excursions for the month in wastewater.
• The parts for the SWTP settling basin main shaft as well as for the primary chain are due on March 13,2023 and will be installed immediately after.
• The SWTP high service pump #1 has been repaired and #2 pump is waiting for repair assessment.
• The 16” intake line valve to the SWTP will be replaced by mid-March.
• Water plant #3 booster pumps #3 and #4have been repaired.
• The automatic transfer switch at Water Plant #3 repairs are complete.
• The #1 booster pump at Water Plant #3 will be replaced when received.
• The step screen at the WWTP will be repaired when parts come in mid-April.
• The customer service number is 281-238-5000.

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The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Community/Administration building on the afternoon of January 31, 2023. The next meeting is scheduled for February 28, 2023 in the PGMUD Community/Administration building at 5:30 p.m.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office
Monthly Contract Report for January 2023

PGVFD Report – January 2023

Parks Report

The leveling of the monument sign at Memorial Park is in process.
Pipes in the restrooms at Pecan Grove Park were repaired due to damage from the December freeze.
Rental activity of the Administration/Community building at Pecan Grove Park is increasing.

Operator’s Report

• December testing showed that the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection and there were no permit excursions for the month in wastewater.
• The SWTP mixing chamber level transmitters are on order.
• The SWTP settling basin main shaft will be replaced as well as the primary chain when parts are received.
• The SWTP high service pumps #1 and #2 have been pulled and are out for repair assessment.
• The alarm systems for the SWTP, the admin building and sludge building have been replaced.
• Water plant #3 booster pumps #3 and #4 are being repaired.
• The automatic transfer switch at Water Plant #3 repairs are in process.
• The step screen at the WWTP will have to be repaired at an estimated cost of $30,000.
• The 16” intake valve at the SWTP failed in December freeze and will be repaired for $7,700.
• GM Services completed performance testing on all the water wells and no problems were found.
• Si Enviro and Odyssey participated in a levee problem reaction test with FEMA and FB OEM.
• A part time office assistant was hired and is working.
• The customer service number is 281-238-5000.

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The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Community/Administration building on the evening of December 20, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for January 31, 2023 in the PGMUD Community/Administration building at 5:30 p.m.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office
Monthly Contract Report for December 2022

PGVFD Report – December 2022

Parks Report

Overgrown brush at the back of Pecan Grove Park (on Pitts) was removed in preparation for the construction of the ramp to be built from the levee to the point where the new walking trail will begin. The wild flower seeding on the first lot on Plantation Blvd. at the East levee will start in the spring. The leveling of the monument sign at Memorial Park is planned for this coming month.

Operator’s Report

• November testing showed that the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection and there were no permit excursions for the month in wastewater.
• Oil/water separators were installed on all air compressors at the SWTP.
• The SWTP mixing chamber level transmitters are on order.
• The SWTP settling basin main shaft will be replaced as well as the primary chain when parts are received.
• The SWTP high service pumps #1 and #2 have been pulled and are out for repair assesment.
• The alarm systems for the SWTP, the admin building and sludge building have been replaced.
• Water plant #3 booster pumps #3 and #4 are being repaired.
• The automatic transfer switch at Water Plant #3 has failed and will be replaced.
• The customer service number is 281-238-5000.

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The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Community/Administration building on the evening of November 29, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for December 20, 2022 in the PGMUD Community/Administration building at 5:30 p.m.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office – Monthly Contract Report for November 2022

PGVFD Report – November 2022

Parks Report

Christmas lights for Memorial Park and the PGMUD building on Pitts have been placed. The monument sign at Memorial Park needs to be leveled. The board voted to approve the bid from Pattern Pro Concrete for $1,770 for the job. There were 5 non-profit and 2 resident rentals of the admin/community building for November.

Operator’s Report

• November testing showed that the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection and there were no permit excursions for the month in wastewater.
• Oil/water separators will be installed on all air compressors at the SWT when the parts arrive.
• The #2 digester at the WWTP has been cleaned.
• The SWT settling basin was cleaned. The basin’s main shaft will be replaced as well as the primary chain.
• The SWT high service pumps #1 and #2 have been pulled and are out for repair.
• The alarm systems for the SWTP, the admin building and sludge building are obsolete and will be replaced.
• Water plant #3 booster pumps #3 and #4 were pulled due to excess vibration and will be repaired.
• The customer service office number is 281-238-5000.

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The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Community/Administration building on the evening of October 25, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for November 29, 2022 in the PGMUD Community/Administration building at 5:30 p.m.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office – Monthly Contract Report for October 2022

PGVFD Report – October 2022

Parks Report

The POA held its annual Fall Festival at Pecan Grove Park on Saturday October 22nd and it was a success. The fence at Windmill Park has been repaired. Flags at Memorial Park were lowered to half-staff from October 4th to the 9th for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial.

Operator’s Report

• October testing stated the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection and there were no permit excursions for the month in wastewater.
• The booster pump #3 at water plant #3 has been repaired and is running.
• Oil/water separators will be installed on all air compressors at the SWT when the parts arrive.
• The SWT sedimentation basin main drive shaft was repaired and is operational.
• The SWT clear well mixing chamber level transmitter will be replaced when the parts arrive.
• The digester #2 at the wastewater plant will be cleaned in November.

Change in Operator

Thank you for your patience as we move forward with our new operator, Si Environmental, LLC (“Si Enviro”).

Your new billing statement will be generated this week and you should start receiving them at the end of next week, November 10^th. The new statement will reflect your new account number. Please update your online bill pay information to reflect this along with your new remittance address.

Following receipt of your first water bill, you will be able to set up new payment options, as you have used in the past. For those customers who utilize ACH payments, you will be able to set that reoccurring payment up as well.

The holidays are fast approaching! The Customer Service Office will be closed Thursday the 24th and Friday the 25th in observance of Thanksgiving. There is no trash pickup or recycling on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday. Next pick up date is Monday, November 28th.

Please do not hesitate to contact your Customer Service Office by phone 281-238-5000 or email customerservice@pecangrovemud.com with any questions and/or concerns.

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The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Community/Administration building on the evening of September 27, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for October 25, 2022 in the PGMUD Community/Administration building at 5:30 p.m.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office – Monthly Contract Report for September 27, 2022

PGVFD Report – September 27, 2022

Annual Audit

The board moved to engage McGrath & Co. to audit of the district basic financial statements.

Parks Report

New aerators have been installed in Bullhead Slough that bubble the surface of the water instead of fountain.

An online portal on our website for event reservations at the new Pecan Grove MUD Administration/ Community building as well as for the park pavilion is now available.

Trash Report

The August report for trash collection shows 25 issues (11 missed pickups) over 57,109 collections for a collection rate of 99.956%.

Order Setting Tax Rates

For the upcoming 2022 tax year the board adopted a rate of $0.615 per $100 of valuation. The rate is composed of $0.30 debt service and $0.315 for maintenance and operations. This is down from $0.635 per $100 or $0.02 from the 2021 tax rate.

Operator’s Report

• September testing confirmed the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection and there were no permit excursions for the month in wastewater.
• There was some vandalism of chain between bollards at district owned properties along the levee and obvious damage to the levee from vehicles.
• The operator pulled booster pump #3 at water plant #3 and repairs are in process.
• Oil/water separators will be installed on all air compressors at the SWT when the parts arrive.
• The Surface Water Plant thickener sludge pump has been repaired and reinstalled.
• The SWT sedimentation basin main drive shaft will be repaired.
• The SWT clear well mixing chamber level transmitter will be replaced.
• Performance testing of Water Wells 3, 4 and 5 was completed with no problems found.

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The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Community/Administration building on the evening of August 30, 2022.  The next meeting is scheduled for September 27, 2022 in the PGMUD Community/Administration building at 5:30 p.m.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office – Monthly Contract Report for August 2022

PGVFD Report – August 2022

 

Parks Report

New aerators are being installed in Bullhead Slough that bubble the surface of the water instead of fountain.  They should all be in place in the next month.

An online portal on our website for event reservations at the new Pecan Grove MUD Administration/ Community building as well as for the park pavilion is now available. The community building hosted a baby shower.

Operator’s Report

• August testing confirmed the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection and there were no permit excursions for the month in wastewater.
• The #3 vertical turbine pump was replaced at the surface water treatment plant (SWT).
• The operator installed additional bollards and chain at district owned properties along the levee.
• The operator pulled booster pump #3 at water plant #3 and repairs are in process.
• Oil/water separators will be installed on all air compressors at the SWT when the parts arrive.
  

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The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Community/Administration building on the evening of July 26, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for August 30, 2022 in the PGMUD Community/Administration building at 5:30 p.m.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office – Monthly Contract Report for July 2022

PGVFD Report – July 2022

Chief Jerod Vontz discussed the budget for next year for the Pecan Grove Volunteer Fire Department (PGVFD). In order to try to re-staff the department there will need to be an increase in the budget and our PGVFD portion will increase to $16.85 per month per residence. Mr. Vontz also reviewed the needs for replacement equipment and training so that we can maintain our current fire rating. Failing to maintain our fire service rating could cost homeowners hundreds more in home insurance.

Parks Report

Fort Bend County is donating live oak trees to Pecan Grove. We have asked for delivery in October or November so the planting will not be during such hot weather and the trees will have a better chance to survive.

The electrical panel at Windmill Park has been replaced.

An online portal on our website for event reservations at the new Pecan Grove MUD Administration/ Community building as well as for the park pavilion is now available and some meetings have been held.

Operator’s Report

• July testing confirmed the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection and there were no permit excursions for the month in wastewater.
• The #3 vertical turbine pump was removed at the surface water treatment plant (SWT) for repair.
• The board authorized the operator to install additional bollards and chain at district owned properties along the levee. The materials have been received and installation has begun.
• The operator will be repairing booster pump #3 at water plant #3.
• Oil/water separators will be installed on all air compressors at the SWT.

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The regular monthly meeting of the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District was held at the Pecan Grove Community/Administration building on the evening of June 28, 2022.  The next meeting is scheduled for July 26, 2022 in the PGMUD Community/Administration building at 5:30 p.m.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office – Monthly Contract Report for June 2022

PGVFD Report

The PGVFD Audit was completed and determined to be acceptable by the audit firm. The fire department budget for next year will be discussed at a special meeting in July.

Parks Report

Fort Bend County is donating live oak trees to Pecan Grove. We have asked for delivery in October or November so the planting will not be during such hot weather and the trees will have a better chance to survive.

An online portal on our website for event reservations at the new Pecan Grove MUD Administration/Community building as well as for the park pavilion is available.

Operator’s Report

• June testing confirmed the drinking water system met the state and federal compliance standard for disinfection and there were no permit excursions for the month in wastewater.
• The sed basin east sludge pump was replaced at the surface water treatment plant and is operating.
• The board authorized the operator to install additional bollards and chain at district owned properties along the levee. The materials have been received and installation has begun.

Annual Fire Hydrant Flushing

The annual fire hydrant flushing was completed the week of June 13th.

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