Archive
This page contains an archive of items which were posted on the main page at one time in the past. The information is provided simply to keep track of historical events.
UPDATE: Important Notice About Surface Water Conversion!
UPDATE: There have been several schedule changes in the last several weeks, but SCFPUD is slated to start receiving surface water from LAKE HOUSTON on Thursday, May 27th. The conversion to the new disinfection process has already taken place. (Updated May 24, 2010)
The SCFPUD will be changing the disinfectant used from chlorine to chloramines with the delivery of surface water to our district. There will be notices in your coming water bills which will indicate the cutover date for the delivery of surface water. This change is intended to benefit our residents by reducing the potential levels of disinfection byproducts in the system, while still providing protection from waterborne disease.
However, the change to chloramines can cause problems to person dependent on dialysis machines. A condition known as hemolytic anemia can occur if the disinfectant is not completely removed from the water that is used for the dialysate. Consequently, the pretreatment scheme used for the dialysis units must include some means, such as a charcoal filter, for removing chloramine prior to this date. Medical facilities should also determine if additional precautions are required for other medical equipment.
In addition, chloraminated water may be toxic to fish. If you have a fish tank, please make sure that the chemicals or filters that you are using are designed for use in water that has been treated with chloramines. You may also need to change the type of filter that you use for the fish tank. (Posted November 11, 2009, Archived July 24, 2010)
Notice of Systematic Flushing of Water System in District
On April 13th, 14th and 15th the District will be doing a systematic flushing of the water distribution system. This flushing is being done in preparation for the upcoming change in disinfection methods. As you were previously notified the District will be converting from Chlorine to Chloramination disinfection.
During system flushing you may experience discolored water (red water) and/or lower than normal water pressure. We recommend that you refrain from washing clothes during this time frame as the discolored water might damage your clothes particularly the white clothes. Although your tap waters appearance may change during this time the water will be safe to use. The “red water” is caused by iron in the water that builds up the pipes over time.
We would like to apologize in advance about any inconvenience the system flushing might cause you. Please know that the District is doing everything possible to provide you with safe and reliable drinking water. (Posted March 10, 2010, Archived April 21,2010)
Notice of Construction & Painting
Spring Creek Forest PUD is performing a painting and rehabilitation project at Water Plant No. 1 at 17018 Spring Creek Forest Drive. The projects consists of blasting and painting the large tanks, piping, and a building, entirely within the plant site. The contractor will begin work on February 15, 2010, and is expected to be substantially complete on July 15, 2010. The construction will be accomplished only during dalylight hours to minimize noise and other disruptions. For more information, click here. (Posted February 9, 2010, Archived April 14, 2010).
News: 2009 Bond Sale has been finalized
During the last water district bond and maintenance tax election, voters in the SCFPUD water district approved potential bond sales up to $5 million and an ability to increase the districts maintenance tax from 15 cents to 50 cents, as needed or required. The first sale of $1.125 million in bonds has been completed in support of our conversion to surface water. Click here to learn more. (Archived April 14, 2010)
SCFPUD Board Elections
Three Director positions on the SCFPUD Board are up for election in May 2010. If you are interested in running for a Board position, please contact the SCFPUD Attorney (Lori G. Aylett) to obtain filing documents. The filing deadline is March 8th, 2010. The three Board members up for reelection are Rick Kehlenbach, Dave Simac, and Derek Drawhorn. (Posted February 9, 2010, Archived March 10, 2010).
News: SCFPUD Reimbursed by FEMA for Hurricane Ike
This information updated 10/28/2009. Our water district incurred numerous expenses related to Hurricane Ike and the power outage after the storm. Besides taking responsibility for removal of non-organic storm debris, the SCFPUD used diesel fueled generators to deliver water and pump sewage. The costs for this operation were considerable. Not knowing whether we would get any money from FEMA for our expenses, nor truly understanding the FEMA reimbursement process, the SCFPUD decided it would not hurt to ask. As of 10/28/2009, FEMA has reimbursed SCFPUD $133,655.16. The SCFPUD Board of Directors wishes to publicly thank our District Operator, Mark Ivy, and our District Attorney, MS. Lori Aylett, for their diligent effort in pursuing this collection on our behalf. Archived February 9, 2010
News: SCFPUD Extends $25K tax break for residents over 65
The SCFPUD, at its January 2009 meeting, extended the tax break for SCFPUD residents who are over the age of 65. This property tax rate reduction has been in affect for years, but has to be renewed by the Board on an annual basis. The SCFPUD is happy to provide this tax break to our over 65 residents. Archived April 14, 2009
Bond & Maintenance Tax Election - Official Results
The official results of the election have been canvassed. Voters passed both ballot measures. The BOND measure passed with 240 votes FOR and 117 votes AGAINST the measure. The MAINTENANCE TAX ballot measure passed with 201 votes FOR and 137 votes AGAINST the measure. The SCFPUD thanks the residents who came out to vote. .This was an amazing turnout on a very important topic. Archived January 18, 2009.
Bond & Maintenance Tax Election - Vote November 4, 2008
Al registered voters living in the SCFPUD water district may vote in this election. Early voting will be 9am to 5pm, Monday-Friday beginning October 20 and ending October 31. You may early vote at 6610 Stoney River Drive [click here for map]. You may also vote on November 4, 2008 from 7am to 7pm at the Spring Creek Forest Clubhouse located at 17515 Fairway Oaks Drive [click here for map]. You may obtain lots of voter information regarding this election by clicking here. Archived November 6, 2008.
Special SCFPUD Town Hall Meeting (October 9, 2008)
A special meeting is being held October 9, 2008, at the Spring Creek Forest Clubhouse at 7p.m. to discuss water issues related to surface water conversion and bond/maintenance tax election coming November 4. A letter was sent to all SCFPUD residents detailing the nature of the meeting. For a copy of the letter, please click here. If you are interested in the water operations of the SCFPUD and the coming election, you should plan to attend this meeting. A special website has been created to provide the latest information before the meeting begins. You can access this website by clicking here. Archived October 17, 2008.
SCFPUD - Bagged Storm Debris Removal Notice
In response to Hurricane Ike, beginning Monday September 29, 2008, the water district will be picking up bagged storm debris. Only bagged debris will be picked up. Please place your bags near the curb but not in the street. Click here for all the details. Archived October 9, 2008.
Harris County Debris Drop-Off Location
The Harris Country debris drop-off location located on Spring Cypress Road (click here for Google map), is open again to the community. Please make sure that you seperate your tree debris and your wood fencing type debris. You will be asked to put them into different piles depending on what you have. The hours of operation are from 7am to 3pm Monday through Saturday. You can call 281-353-8424 for additional information about what you may dump at this location. Archived October 9, 2008
News: Water Plant 2 repainted
The SCFPUD entered into a contract with Gulf State Protective Coatings to paint and perform other rehabilitative work on the water plant located in the back of Spring Creek Forest, water plant #2. Due to good weather this January, the contractor was able to finish the work well ahead of schedule with minor interruptions or change orders. Water Plant 2 is now back in full operation and sharing the load with Water Plant 1. We are happy to report that our older Water Plant handled the entire PUD without issue during this time. Archived July 18,2008
News: SCFPUD Reduces Tax Rate
On November 13, 2007, the SCFPUD redeced the homeowner tax rate from $0.49 per $100 valuation in 2006 to $0.47 per $100 valuation for the coming years beginning January 1, 2008. This amounts to a $30 reduction on a $150,000 home. You might note that the SCFPUD has been reducing the tax rate since 1989 when the tax rate was $0.78 per $100 valuation. .
News: SCFPUD Selects New Law Firm Representation
On October 9, 2007, the SCFPUD accepted the resignation of the Young & Brooks law firm which had represented the SCFPUD for many, many years. Likewise, the SCFPUD Board of Directors has chosen Smith, Murdaugh, Little & Bonham, L.L.P., at its meeting on September 19, 2007 meeting. The first meeting with the new firm will be November 13, 2007.
News: 2006 Audit Report Finalized
The Texas Water Code requires each district to file an independently conducted annual financial audit. The audit must be conducted by a CPA, licensed by the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy, according to generally accepted accounting principles adopted by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. This audit is an intensive review of accounting records, systems, and controls which tests our district's compliance with statutory law and bond resolutions. To obtain a copy of the 2006 audit, you must complete an Open Records Request with the TCEQ (Texas Commission on Environmental Quality). Request Document ID #232510. If you would like to review other Open Record documents with the TCEQ regarding the SCFPUD, click here for a full list.
News: SCFPUD Extends $25K tax break for residents over 65
The SCFPUD, at its February 2007 meeting, extended the tax break for SCFPUD residents who are over the age of 65. This property tax rate reduction has been in affect for years, but has to be renewed by the Board from year to year. The SCFPUD is happy to provide this tax break to our over 65 residents.
Letter to Residents (Jan 1, 2007)
A letter to all SCFPUD residents was mailed in January 2007, explaining changes in the January water bill. You can find a copy of this letter in the Documents section of the website, or link here. The letter explains increases in the water rate, increases to the sewage fee, a new operational maintenance fee designed to help provide an operational reserve, and the lowering of the tax rate for 2007 by 11%.