Construction Projects

September 30, 2025

ENGINEER’S REPORT

Projects Under Construction

Swimming Pool Rehabilitation

Project includes rehabilitation of the main pool, demolition of the small pool, and improvement to various items within pool area.

Engineer and MUD Attorney are working with the Contractor and bonding company to resolve full project completion.

Wastewater Treatment Electrical Improvements & Generator Replacement

Project includes update of the control panel and related electrical system at the wastewater treatment plant as well as replacement of the existing generator. Engineer recommended accepting the project as complete. Board approved Pay Request No. 10 & Final for $83,321.90.

South Pump Station Generator

Project includes replacement of existing diesel generator at the South Pump Station with a natural gas generator. Engineer recommended accepting the project as complete. Board approved Pay Request No. 9 in the amount of $5,400.00 and Pay Request No. 10 & Final for $92,796.90.

Storm Sewer Outfall Rehabilitation

Project includes repair and/or replacement of many storm sewer outfalls throughout the District based on inspections. Engineer recommended accepting the project as complete. Board approved Pay Request No. 4 & Final for $288,866.10.

Waterline Rehabilitation — Phase Two

Project includes replacement of aging waterline infrastructure within Plantation, Section One with additional location of Mayweather Lane between Plantation Drive and Morton League Road. Contractor has mobilized and begun work. Contractor has submitted Change Order No. 2 for a addition of several additional valves and appurtenances related to water operations during construction. Change Order adds $32,020.00 to the contract for a revised contract amount of $2,204,330.00. Board approved this change order. Board approved Pay Request No. 1 in the amount of $522,387.00.

Club Facilities Tennis Court Improvements

The Board has approved the solicitation of the following projects that were proposed to the Board at the previous meeting. Engineer is coordinating with a Landscape Architect for the following project:

  • Tennis Court Rehabilitation
    • Contractor has submitted Pay Request No.3 for $41,090.00 for completion of resurfacing courts and drainage improvements.
    • Engineer is coordinating with Contractor to complete the project and close the package.
  • Tennis Court Lighting and Electrical Improvements
    • Contractor has received light pole extenders and has begun installation of remaining poles.

Recoating of Hydropneumatic Tanks (HPTs) at Water Plant No. 1

Project includes re-coatings for the interior and exterior of the two (2) hydropneumatic tanks at Water Plant No. 1, including minor rehabilitation and replacement of interior components that may have deteriorated. Engineer held the preconstruction meeting on August 8, 2025, and the Notice to Proceed was issued on August 22, 2025.

Projects Under Design

WWTP Belt Press Replacement

Project includes design to update the belt press and corresponding electrical components at the WWTP. Engineer presented bids for the project. The Engineer recommended awarding to LEM Construction, LLC with a bid of $888,075.00. Board awarded the contract to LEM Construction, LLC.

Lift Station Generator Installation

Project to include installation of three natural gas generators and not to include any improvements to CenterPoint facilities that may be required. The proposed project schedule is as follows:

  • Complete Design Date: August 2025.
  • Bid Opening: October 2025.
  • Notice to Proceed: December 2025.

Engineer has requested Board permission for advertisement at August meeting. Board authorized public advertisement for bids with bids to be presented at the October 2025 meeting

Water Distribution and Wastewater Utility Extension along Brandt Road

Project to include installation of a waterline and sanitary sewer line along Brandt Road. The proposed project schedule is as follows:

  • Complete Design Date: December 2025.
  • Bid Opening: February 2026.
  • Notice to Proceed: March 2026
  • Construction Completion July 2026.

Engineer has submitted plans for agency review.

Sanitary Sewer and Drainage and Improvements to Serve The Club at Pecan Grove

Project to include rehabilitation of a drainage and sanitary sewer lines within the Club facility. Engineer has included this project as part of Bond Issue 19. The District authorized Engineer to being design services.

Reclaimed Water System and Conveyance Line

Project to include design and installation of a Phase 1 water effluent reuse system, including discharge piping to connect to the pond at the intersection of FM 359 and Plantation Drive. Engineer has included this project as part of Bond Issue 19. The District authorized Engineer to resubmit plans to agencies for approval.

South Pump Station Headwall and Redundant Closures.

Project to include design and modification of the concrete headwall at the south pump station and installation of sluice gates on the upstream end of the box culvert connection through the levee to provide secondary closure structures. Engineer has included this project as part of Bond Issue 19. The District authorized Engineer to resubmit plans to agencies for approval.

Bond Issue No. 19

Engineer has submitted a draft summary of cost for the proposed bond issue which total $4,000,000. The District authorized Engineer to prepare the bond application for District review.

Additional Engineering Items

Surface Water Systems Matters

The District completed the sale of 19,500,00 gallons of Series B Over Conversation Credits for a total of $72,125.00.

Fort Bend WCID 2 has indicated interest in re-use water for use in restocking of the amenity basins in Texana development. Odyssey is determining costs associated with serving with the requested water demand.

Connection Request Matters

The District discussed and approved the draft of the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PiLoT) agreement with Esteem AI Ventures.

The District considered request for utility service for a proposed townhome development on Farmer Road located north of Oyster Creek. After discussion, District declined to serve the proposed development due to concerns of traffic on Farmer Road.

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