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Rebecca Villalba, Team Leader Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Storm Water and Pretreatment Team (MC-148) P.O. Box 13087 Austin, Texas 78711-3087 Re: Phase II MS4 Annual Report Transmittal for Fort Bend County Levee

Improvement District No. 11. TPDES Permit Number: TXR040281

Dear Ms. Rebecca Villalba: This letter serves to transmit the Year 4 Annual Report for the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) General Permit, Authorization Number TXR040281 for the Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No. 11. A separate Notice of Change (NOC) has been submitted based on the fact that changes have been proposed for Year 5. As required by the general permit, a copy of this submittal has also been mailed to the TCEQ’s regional office in Houston, Texas. Sincerely, Ben Rosenberg Storm Water Solutions

Permit No.: STW / TXR040281/ RP

Phase II (Small) MS4 Annual Report Form TPDES General Permit No. TXR040000

A. General Information

1. Permit No. ___________TXR040281____________ Annual Report Period: _08/12/10 – 8/13/11_____

Name of MS4 / Permittee: ___________Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No. 11____________________________

Contact Name: ________Storm Water Solutions, L.P. Telephone Number: ____281-587-5950_________

Mailing Address: _______12200-A Duncan Road, Houston, TX 77066 ____________________________________________

E-mail Address: [email protected]______________________________________________

2. Is the named permittee relying on other entities to satisfy some of its permit obligations? ____X___ Yes ________ No

If Yes, provide the name(s) of other entities and an explanation of their responsibilities (add more spaces or pages if needed):

All member districts share all SWMP related responsibilities.

Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 108




3. Is the named permittee sharing a SWMP with other entities? ____X___ Yes _______ No

If “Yes,” list all associated permit numbers and permittee names (add additional spaces or pages if needed):

Permit Number: TXR040284 Permittee: Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 108




4. Is this a system-wide annual report including information for all permittees? ____X___ Yes ________ No

Explanation, if any:

The Greatwood Districts are reporting on a shared Storm Water Management Plan. The Districts implement the SWMP

jointly through the direction of a storm water committee that meets regularly.

5. Has a copy of this annual report been submitted to the TCEQ Regional Office? ___X___ Yes ________ No

B. SWMP Modifications and Additional Information.

Include a brief explanation if you check “Yes” to any of the following statements.

1. a. Changes have been made or are proposed to the SWMP since the NOI or the last annual report, including changes in response to TCEQ’s review. ___X____ Yes ________ No

The Districts each submitted an NOC at the same time as this annual report in order to set program goals for Year Five.

b. If Yes to the above, has the TCEQ already approved the original SWMP? ____X___ Yes ________ No

The original SWMP has been approved by the TCEQ. A NOC has been submitted each year to set the following year’s

goals.

c. If Yes to the above, indicate whether an NOC (or letter) has been submitted to document the changes to the approved SWMP as required by the general permit. (Note that if an NOC is required, it must be submitted to the address shown on the NOC. Do not attach the original NOC form to this report.) ____X___ Yes ________ No The Districts each submitted an NOC at the same time as this annual report in order to set program goals for Year Five.

2. The MS4 has annexed lands since obtaining permit coverage. ________ Yes ____X___ No

The Districts have not annexed any land since obtaining permit coverage.

3. A receiving water body is newly listed as impaired or a TMDL has been established. ________ Yes ____X___ No

No TMDL and corresponding Implementation Plan have been established.

4. The MS4 has conducted analytical monitoring of storm water quality. ________ Yes ____X___ No

Explain below or attach a summary to submit along with any monitoring data used to evaluate the success of the SWMP at reducing pollutants to the maximum extent practicable. Be sure to include a discussion of results.

No analytical monitoring was performed in Year 4 of the SWMP.

C. Narrative Provisions. 1. Provide information on the status of complying with permit conditions:

Yes No Explain

Permittee is currently in compliance with the SWMP as submitted to and approved by the TCEQ.

X

Permittee is currently in compliance with recordkeeping and reporting X

requirements.

Permittee meets the eligibility requirements of the permit (e.g., TMDL requirements, Edwards Aquifer limitations, compliance history, etc.)

X

2. Provide a general assessment of the appropriateness of the selected BMPs:

Has the permittee determined that any of the selected BMPs are not appropriate for reducing the discharge of pollutants in storm water? ________ Yes ____X___ No Provide explanation:

The storm water program has continued utilizing public education and outreach to educate constituents about storm water

pollution. The method of distribution of educational material has ensured that every home and business was given the

opportunity to view the material. The BMPs targeted toward illicit discharges are aiding in the continued development of the

system in which illicit discharges are reported, monitored, and addressed. The Districts have not begun analytical

monitoring of storm water quality.

3. Describe progress towards reducing the discharge of pollutants to the maximum extent practicable (MEP). Summarize any information used (such as monitoring data) to evaluate reductions in the discharge of pollutants. Use a narrative description or table as appropriate:

Or, provide explanation below:

Year 4 provided opportunities for the Districts to educate the public about the need to minimize storm water based pollution

and to continue to develop the systems and procedures to monitor soil disturbing activity and storm water quality threats. As

the permit process is set to continue with the adoption of another Five Year permit program, the Districts will address future

concerns in conjunction with any changes. Also, any adoption of Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) will be addressed as

well.

4. Provide a general evaluation of the program’s progress, including any obstacles or challenges encountered in implementing BMPs, meeting the program’s schedule, etc.:

Currently, the program continues to emphasize public education as a main catalyst for developing a constituent base that is

knowledgeable about storm water quality and pollution. Through specific coordination with the Storm Water committee and

District consultants, the challenges of implementing the program have been minimal. Developing procedures and processes

under the Guidance Manual track have provided the opportunity for consistent interaction between the consultants. TMDL

adoption and impending changes to the NPDES program, make it difficult to ensure that the procedures and processes

adopted will apply in the future.

5. Provide the number of construction activities (other than those where the permittee was the operator) that occurred within

the regulated area as indicated via notices of intent or site notices:

There were 0 construction activities that occurred within the regulated area indicated via notices of intent or site notices.

6. Does the permittee utilize the 7th MCM related to construction? ________ Yes ____X____ No

If Yes, then provide the following information:

a. The number of municipal construction activities authorized under this general permit: __________N/A_____________

b. The total number of acres disturbed for municipal construction projects: __________N/A_____________

Though the 7th MCM is optional, this must be requested on the NOI or on a NOC and approved by the TCEQ.

7. Requirements for Specific Minimum Controls Measures (MCMs):

a. For MCM 1 - Public Education and Outreach, provide documentation of activities conducted and materials used to fulfill the requirements of this MCM. Public education outreach documentation and resources are outlined in Attachments 3 and 5.

b. Also for MCM 1, provide documentation of the amount of resources used to address each group (e.g., visitors, businesses, etc.). Public education outreach documentation and resources are outlined in Attachments 3 and 5.

c. For MCM 3 – Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE), indicate whether you have developed a list of allowable non-storm water discharges, other than those already listed in the general permit. If you have developed a list and have made any changes to the local controls, conditions and/or programs being established for discharges, include this information below. If you do not have any changes for this permit year, indicate that this item is not applicable.

There are no changes during the permit year. The list of allowable discharges is outlined in Exhibit 12.

8. Describe any proposed changes to the SWMP in the coming reporting year.

The Districts will continue to build on the goals achieved from last year. During Year Five of the permit term, the BMP’s will

be further developed and utilized. Each BMP will work towards achieving the goals set forth by the SWMP for the end of the

permit term. The specific changes are outlined in Exhibit 15 as attached.

9. Describe any activities planned for the next permit year / reporting cycle.

During year five, the district will continue to maintain and implement BMP’s in accordance with the Districts SWMP. The

districts will continue to develop and distribute public education materials, monitor the illicit discharge complaint module,

maintain conveyances and appurtenances, and finalize the Storm Water manual. The year five goals are outlined in exhibit

15 as attached.

D. Storm Water Management Program Status. Provide the status of every BMP and measurable goal listed in the SWMP, as described in the instructions. Each MCM, but not necessarily each BMP, must include the measurable goals described in the SWMP. For a shared SWMP, include the name of the responsible MS4 operator(s) in the “BMP” column. (Though an MS4 is not required to implement BMPs until the initial SWMP is approved by the TCEQ, the MS4’s initial annual report should include a description of what has been done to date, even if the SWMP has not yet been approved. The MS4 will receive credit for all BMPs implemented prior to and during the first permit year if they are described in the initial annual report.)

Table 1 – BMP Status

MCM(s)

BMP

Year 4 Milestones

New or Revised

Start Date

Status / Completion

Date

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Storm Water Consultant

Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No 106, as Master District for the Greatwood Districts, contracted Storm Water

Solutions, LP on December 20, 2007 to professionally manage the SWMP on behalf of the District. The storm water consultant is the original author of the SWMP and is the primary contact for

all storm water related correspondence. The storm water consultant is charged with implementing the BMPs as outlined in

the SWMP. Other activities expected of the storm water consultant include training sessions outside of board meetings,

preparation of the annual report, interaction with the TCEQ, attendance at environmental conferences, etc. This year four

goal has been achieved.

Ongoing February 2007

Completed December 2007,

continues into year 5

1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Training Sessions for District Consultants

The storm water consultant hosted four (4) Storm Water Committee meetings during the fourth permit year. The storm

water consultant also held training sessions on three occasions during the October, February and June Board meetings for each

participatory District. These training sessions lasted approximately 30 minutes and involved the board of directors and their consultants, the District Engineer, the Attorney, the

Bookkeeper, and the Operator. The training sessions focused on the short term and long term goals associated with the SWMP,

the status of implementation of the BMPs, TMDL Implementation in the area, EPA Proposed Rule Changes, and modifications needed to better control pollutants in storm water runoff. This

year four goal has been achieved.


Completed August 2011, continues into

year 5

3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Storm Water Ordinance

The Districts, with the assistance of the Storm Water Consultant, evaluated the enforceability and effectiveness of the regulatory mechanism. There were no reports of illegal dumping or issues

from the districts complaint module cleanbayous.org. Accordingly, the Districts did not experience any incidents

warranting the enforcement of the rate order. This year four goal has been achieved.

Attachment 1: Rate Order Amendment – Storm Water Provisions



year 5

3, 5 Conveyance Map

The district engineer for Fort Bend County MUD No 106, AECOM - Houston, had previously prepared a comprehensive

storm sewer conveyance map. Updates were made to the existing map and then it was submitted to the Storm Water Consultant for reporting and inspection purposes. The map

details the District’s conveyance system including inlets, outfalls, vegetated and paved drainage ways, and storm sewers. This

year four goal has been achieved.

Attachment 2: Storm Sewer Map



year 5

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Storm Water Website

The www.cleanbayous.org website, is meant to be the focal point of the SWMP’s public education initiative. All distributed educational material, district operation signs, and storm sewer inlet markers are designed to direct the resident to the website for more information. The website has the ability to track the amount of visits for each cooperating District. The downloads

section has been implemented and contains educational material as well as the district’s SWMP and NOI. The website

was maintained and updated with year 4 documents and information. The year four goal has been achieved.

Attachment 3: Website Screenshots



year 5

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Pollution Prevention Signs

The Pollution Prevention signage was installed during year four at locations selected by District representatives and consultants.

By utilizing public locations for displaying Pollution Prevention signage; the Districts can direct residents to the cleanbayous.org

website to report illegal dumping. The display of the website address will also generate interest in the site itself. This year

four goal has been achieved.

Attachment 4: Pollution Prevention/District Operation Sign Design



year 5

1, 3, 6 District Operation Signs

The District Operation signage was installed during year four at locations selected by district representatives and consultants. By

utilizing public locations for displaying Pollution Prevention signage; the Districts can direct residents to the cleanbayous.org

website to report illegal dumping. The display of the website address will also generate interest in the site itself. This year

four goal has been achieved

Attachment 4: Pollution Prevention/District Operation Sign Design



year 5

1, 2, 3 Educational Material

The Districts continued to utilize the monthly utility bill distributed by the Operator as a means for reaching constituents. The

Storm Water Consultant designed public educational material in the form of a two sided insert. This insert was designed to

inform residents and businesses of the Districts’ commitment to preventing Storm Water Pollution. The insert focused on two

aspects of storm water pollution that residents can easily improve themselves. One side educated constituents on the

pollutant nature of dog waste and its effect on local waterways while encouraging proper pickup and disposal. The other offered

lawn maintenance tips that could be implemented by homeowners and passed on to local maintenance companies.

The Storm Water Committee approved the brochure’s design at the April 18, 2011committee meeting. The educational insert

was manufactured and included in the July utility bill. This year four goal has been achieved.

Attachment 5: Two Sided Insert: “Pet Waste and Lawn Care”

Ongoing February 2007 Completed July 2011, continues

into year 5

1, 2, 3 Storm Drain Inlet Markers

A local boy scout troop installed the inlet markers in May, 2010. There was no required maintenance or further installation of any

inlet markers. This year four goal has been achieved.

Attachment 6: Storm Drain Inlet Marker Image

Ongoing February 2007 Completed 2011,

continues into year 5

2, 3 Community Involvement

The Districts’ Board of Directors have a standing agenda item for Public discussion during their monthly meetings. Any resident

may bring up any storm water related item for discussion and/or action. This year four goal has been achieved.



year 5

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Storm Water Manual

The Districts are continuing to develop a storm water manual that will develop, implement, and enforce a program to address storm water runoff from new development and redevelopment projects that disturb greater than or equal to one acre of land, including projects less than one acre that are part of a larger

common plan of development or sale that will result in disturbance of one or more acres. The storm water manual will

also establish a program to reduce pollutants in any storm water runoff from construction activities that result in a land

disturbance of greater than or equal to one acre including projects less than one acre that are part of a larger common plan

of development or sale that will result in disturbance of one or more acres. Any maintenance of structural/non-structural

controls will be performed at a frequency determined by the Districts to ensure adequate long-term operation and to maintain

the continued effectiveness of appropriate BMPs for the community. The Storm Water Manual will be a public document

containing descriptions of BMPs, programs, procedures, policies, ordinances, forms, schedules, templates, and other material and requirements necessary for compliance with the

requirements of the permit and the SWMP. The Public Education and Outreach and the Public Involvement and

Participation chapters of the manual were reviewed by the master Districts’ engineer in July and finalized by the storm

water consultant in August. The storm water consultant, with the guidance of the storm water committee and other consultants, has begun development of the Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control, Post Construction Storm Water Management, and Pollution Prevention for Municipal Operations chapters of

the manual. This year four goal has been achieved.

Attachment 7: Public Education and Outreach, Public Involvement and Participation – Storm Water Manual



year 5

1, 3, 4, 5, 7 Regulatory Inspections

The purpose of the regulatory inspection is to ensure that erosion and sediment control practices are being properly

implemented. The storm water consultant evaluated the form’s content, effectiveness, and practicality. This year our goal has

been achieved

Attachment 8: Regulatory Inspection Form



year 5

4, 7 Construction Pollution

Prevention Plan Template

The Storm water consultant and the Districts made the template

storm water pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) available through the respective district engineers and on the

cleanbayous.org website. This year four goal has been achieved.

Attachment 9: Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Template



year 5

3, 5, 6, 7 Compliance Inspections

The purpose of the compliance inspection is to ensure that maintenance activities, maintenance schedules, and long-term

inspection procedures for controls used to reduce floatables and other pollutants are being adhered to. The storm water

consultant evaluated the form’s content, effectiveness, and practicality. This year four goal has been achieved.

Attachment 10: Compliance Inspections



year 5

4, 6, 7 Regular Maintenance

of District Construction Sites

The storm water consultant has been charged with overseeing the storm water controls of all new District construction sites.

This includes SWPPP preparation, BMP installation and repair, street cleaning, trash control, material storage, and other duties as defined in the SWPPP. There was no District construction activity during the fourth permit year. This year four goal has

been achieved.



year 5

5, 6 Regular Maintenance of Drainage Ways and

Appurtenances

The Districts’ operator and or appropriately appointed contractor is instructed to maintain all storm sewers within District

boundaries as well as all drainage ways and appurtenances. Maintenance of these areas is required and the guidelines for which have been set by district standards. This year four goal

has been achieved.



year 5

1, 4, 7 Construction Site Signs

The construction site sign is currently available to the Districts and would be utilized as needed. This year four goal has been

achieved. Ongoing February 2007


year 5

3, 5, 6 Illicit Discharge Detection and

Elimination

The Storm Water Consultant continued to researched IDDE programs from other Phase II communities across the country.

The storm water consultant continued monitoring the Illicit Discharge Complaint module on cleanbayous.org. There were 0

complaints in the permit year. This year four goal has been achieved.

Attachment 11: IDDE Chapter – Storm Water Manual



year 5

Table 2 – Measurable Goals Status

MCM(s)

Measurable Goal(s) Success

Proposed Changes (submit NOC as needed)

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Storm Water Consultant: The District will continue to retain the services of a storm water consultant who will be responsible for implementing BMPs and preparing the annual report.

Met Goal Attachment 15: Year 5 Goal Changes

1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Training Sessions for District Consultants: The District will hold a minimum of two training sessions for the district consultants. The training sessions will cover SWMP goals, TXR040000 requirements, and/or Best Management Practices. The Storm Water Consultant will create a Board Member’s Guide to the Phase II Permit.


3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Storm Water Ordinance: Evaluate enforceability and effectiveness of adopted regulatory mechanism. Met Goal Attachment 15: Year 5 Goal Changes

3, 5

Conveyance Map: The conveyance map will be updated, as necessary, to be used for illicit discharge detection and elimination practices.


1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Storm Water Website: Continue to update the website. Continue to monitor and respond to the illicit discharge complaint module. Continue to track visits.


1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Pollution Prevention Signs: Continue with installation of pollution prevention signs. Met Goal Attachment 15: Year 5 Goal Changes

1, 3, 6 District Operation Signs: Continue with installation of district operation signs. Met Goal Attachment 15: Year 5 Goal Changes

1, 2, 3

Educational Material: Approve the design for the education material to be distributed and post the material on CleanBayous.Org for public viewing. Perform at least one District-wide public education event.


1, 2, 3 Storm Drain Inlet Markers: Continue installation process. Maintain inlet markers as necessary. Met Goal Attachment 15: Year 5 Goal Changes

2, 3

Community Involvement: Include space in the regular meeting agenda for input from the public and/or discussion of storm water related issues. Begin research of existing community involvement programs among similar Phase II entities for budget, effectiveness, and program feasibility.


1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Storm Water Manual: Finalize the Public Education and Public Involvement chapters. Continue development of the Pollution Prevention for Municipal Operations chapter. Begin development of the Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control and the Post-Construction Storm Water Quality chapters.


1, 3, 4, 5, 7 Regulatory Inspections: Continue to evaluate the Regulatory inspection form. Make changes where necessary. Met Goal Attachment 15: Year 5 Goal Changes

4, 7 Construction Pollution Prevention Plan Template: The SWPPP template will be made available to all contractors who want to use it. It will also be available on cleanbayous.org.


3, 5, 6, 7

Compliance Inspections: Continue to evaluate the Compliance inspection form. Make changes where necessary. Met Goal Attachment 15: Year 5 Goal Changes

4, 6, 7 Regular Maintenance of District Construction Sites: Continue to evaluate the Compliance inspection form. Begin development of the Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control chapter of the Storm Water Manual.


5, 6 Regular Maintenance of Drainage Ways and Appurtenances: Continue maintenance of District drainage ways and appurtenances by qualified personnel.


1, 4, 7 Construction Site Signs: Manufacture and display construction site sign at any District construction site deemed necessary. Met Goal Attachment 15: Year 5 Goal Changes

3, 5, 6 Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination: Continue responding to resident reports of illegal dumping and/or illicit discharge as generated by the website’s complaint module.


I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for knowing violations.

Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 106 MS4 TCEQ Customer Number: CN600739734 Regulated Entity Number: RN105580369 Approved Permit Number: TXR040285

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Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No. 11 MS4 TCEQ Customer Number: CN600846760 Regulated Entity Number: RN105578645 Approved Permit Number: TXR040281

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Attachment 1

Rate Order Amendment – Storm Water Provisions

Addition to “Definitions” section.

Construction Site Operator: Any party performing soil disturbing activities within the district. This includes developers, builders, contractors, subcontractors, and all trades.

Section 11: Storm Water Regulations

A. District Responsibilities:

(1) Construction Site Inspection. The District may perform construction site inspections within the District’s boundaries. The District may issue a Notice of Inspection if there are deficiencies found with any BMP described in the SWPPP. If seven (7) or more days pass and the issues noted in the Notice of Inspection have not been addressed, the District will issue a Notice of Violation for all outstanding deficiencies. The District, at its sole option, will have the deficiencies repaired at the construction site operator’s expense.

(2) Illicit Discharge Inspection. The District will perform inspections of User activity that may pose a serious threat to the integrity of the District’s surface waters or Conveyance System. A Notice of Violation will be issued to the User responsible for the illicit discharge. The District, at its sole option, will have the illicit discharge remedied at the User’s expense.

B. Construction Site Operator Responsibilities:

(1) Construction Site Operator. The construction site operator is defined as any party performing soil disturbing activities within the district. This includes developers, builders, contractors and their trades.

(2) Compliance with the Construction General Permit TXR150000. The construction site operator is required to be compliant with the current construction general permit TXR150000 issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). A Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) with a SWPPP Narrative as well as a Site Plan with proposed Best Management Practices (BMPs) must be prepared at least seven (7) days prior to commencement of soil disturbing activities. A Notice of Intent (NOI) must be submitted by the Construction Site Operator to the TCEQ at least seven (7) days prior to commencement of soil disturbing activities or as required by the permit. The construction site operator will be responsible for permit required inspections by qualified personnel and the implementation and regular maintenance of all BMPs listed in the SWPPP as required under TXR150000.

(3) Other Construction Site Operator Responsibilities. The construction site operator is responsible for the management, SWPPP compliance, and rate order compliance of all of their subcontractors, trades, suppliers, and agents.

(4) Post-Construction Runoff. Plans for redevelopment or new development greater than or equal to one (1) acre must be approved by the District Engineer. The plans must adequately address Post-Construction Runoff. This includes use of Structural as well as Non-Structural controls.

(5) Failure to Comply. Failure of a construction site operator to comply with these construction site operator responsibilities will be considered a violation of this Rate Order and will subject the construction site operator to penalties as outlined below:

i. Failure to obtain permit coverage under TXR150000: $1000 Fineii. Failure to prepare a SWPPP as required under TXR150000: $500 Fine

iii. Notice of Violation for failure to install or maintain BMPs: $100 Fine per incident*

* The District reserves the right to charge the construction site operator for any and all expenses incurred while correcting the deficiencies listed in the Notice of Violation.

(6) Penalty for Notice of Violation. The failure of a Construction Site Operator to comply with the terms of this Section will be considered a violation of the Rate Order. If such a violation occurs, or if the District determines the existence of a serious threat to the integrity of the District’s surface waters, the District, in its sole option, may, in addition to all other legal remedies available to it, including those remedies set out in this Rate Order, immediately terminate service or, at the Construction Site Operator’s sole cost and expense, install or repair the BMPs necessary to correct the cause of the Notice of Violation. If the District terminates service in order to preserve the integrity of the District’s surface waters, service will be restored only when the source of the potential contamination no longer exists or until additional safeguards have been taken and all fines/penalties have been resolved. Any and all expenses associated with the enforcement of this Section shall be billed to the Construction Site Operator.

C. District Storm Sewer System User Responsibilities:

(1) User Responsibilities. Pursuant to Title 30, Chapter 311 of the Texas Administrative Code and Title 40, Chapter 122 of the Code of Federal Regulations, the District adopts the following storm sewer regulations, which apply to all users of the District’s storm sewer system.

(2) Illicit Discharge. Only runoff composed entirely of storm water or certain allowable non-storm water shall be discharged to the District’s storm sewer system. Other discharges are not authorized. A list of allowable non-storm water discharge is as follows:

water line flushing (excluding discharges of hyperchlorinated water, unless the water is first dechlorinated and discharges are not expected to adversely affect aquatic life); runoff or return flow from landscape irrigation, lawn irrigation, and other irrigation utilizing potable water, groundwater, or surface water sources; discharges from potable water sources; diverted stream flows; rising ground waters and springs; uncontaminated ground water infiltration; uncontaminated pumped ground water; foundation and footing drains; air conditioning condensation; water from crawl space pumps; individual residential vehicle washing; flows from wetlands and riparian habitats; dechlorinated swimming pool discharges; street wash water; discharges or flows from fire fighting activities (fire fighting activities do not include washing of trucks, run-off water from training activities, test water from fire suppression systems, and similar activities); other allowable non-storm water discharges listed in 40 CFR ' 122.26(d)(2)(iv)(B)(1);

non-storm water discharges that are specifically listed in the TPDES Multi Sector General Permit (MSGP) or the TPDES Construction General permit (CGP); and other similar occasional incidental non-storm water discharges, unless the TCEQ develops permits or regulations addressing these discharges.

(3) Detection and Elimination. The District’s consultants may perform random testing and/or inspection when the District has reason to believe that an illicit connection exists or that an illicit discharge is occurring. The cost of such inspection will be the sole responsibility of the User. In connection with the inspection, the User shall allow its property to be inspected by the District’s consultants during normal business hours for possible illicit connections and other unacceptable discharges which violate this Rate Order. Thereafter, the District may, at the discretion of the District or the District’s consultants, periodically inspect a User’s drainage system during normal business hours for the purpose of identifying possible illicit connections and other unacceptable discharges which violate this Rate Order.

(4) Failure to Comply. Failure of a User to comply with these User Responsibilities will be considered a violation of this Rate Order and will subject the User to penalties as outlined below:

i. Notice of Violation for Illicit Discharge to District Facilities: $500 Fine per incident*

* The District reserves the right to charge the User for any and all expenses incurred while correcting the deficiencies listed in the Notice of Violation.

(5) Penalty for Violation. The failure of a User to comply with the terms of this Section will be considered a violation of the Rate Order. If such a violation occurs, or if the District determines the existence of a serious threat to the integrity of the District’s surface waters, the District, in its sole option, may, in addition to all other legal remedies available to it, including those remedies set out in this Rate Order, immediately terminate service or, at the User’s sole cost and expense, install the fixtures or assemblies necessary to correct the illicit connection or unacceptable discharge. If the District terminates service in order to preserve the integrity of the District’s surface waters, service will be restored only when the source of the potential contamination no longer exists or until additional safeguards have been taken and all fines/penalties have been resolved. Any and all expenses associated with the enforcement of this Section shall be billed to the User.

Attachment 2

Storm Sewer Map

Attachment 3

Website Screenshots

Attachment 4

Pollution Prevention/District Operation Sign Design

Attachment 5

2 Sided Insert – Pet Waste and Lawn Care and Maintenance

The Districts of Greatwood

Lawn Care and Storm Water

Proper Lawn Care can go a long way to preventing unnecessary Storm Water

Pollution in your community. Some helpful Lawn Care hints are:

• Take care not to overwater your lawn •

• Avoid disposal of clippings, debris, or anything other than Storm Water into the Storm Drains •

• Minimize use of Fertilizers and Pesticides and follow all application instructions •

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Attachment 6

Storm Drain Inlet Marker Design

Attachment 7

Public Education and Outreach Chapter

Public Involvement and Participation Chapter

– Storm Water Manual

Public Education and Outreach on StormWater Impacts

Definitions

StormWater Point Source Pollution – An identifiable source of pollution contributing to the detriment ofWater Quality.

Storm Water Non Point Source Pollution – Pollution that comes from non specific sources and is causedby rainwater or snowmelt accruing pollutants as it moves.

ESFC’s – Acronym for Equivalent Single family Connections is a measure of all water taps that arecurrently under service with the District. This is typically comprised of commercial, residential andirrigation.

IDDE – Acronym for Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination.

Purpose

Districts regularly face the challenges of StormWater Pollution from point sources and non pointsources. The Districts of Greatwood (the Districts), as part of their Storm Water Management Plan, willutilize public education and outreach opportunities to inform the public and address these challenges.Storm Water pollution is caused by everyday activities from numerous sources within the District and itssurrounding areas. Although pollution from industrial areas and treatments facilities causes pointsource specific incursions, rainwater that runs off impervious surfaces and picks up dirt, oil, grease,pesticides and fertilizers before reaching District waterways causes pollution as well. These factorsmake Storm Water pollution the number one cause of water pollution. While regulators work to curtailStorm Water pollution, the task is a large one. By utilizing public education, the Districts can effectivelyeducate the public about the impairment of water quality due to StormWater runoff, the dangers ofillicit discharges and illegal waste, and the measures the public can utilize to curtail Storm Water runoffpollution.

Types of Public Education

Brochures – StormWater brochures can be left at local businesses, passed out at community commonareas, included in District mail outs, or even distributed by hand. Brochures offer a wide range ofpossibilities for printable information.

Door Hangers – Door hangers are an effective way to reach each resident with educational materials.This method offers a wide range of possibilities for topics but is limited to the size of the hanger andprintable information.

Utility Bill Inserts – Bill Inserts are a form of District mail out that typically utilizes water bills or someother form of District mailing to distribute StormWater Public Education material. This method iseffective at reaching all residential and commercial District constituents through the registered ESFC’sbut may exclude community areas.

Newspapers – Ads and articles in local newspapers are effective means for reaching many constituentsand can utilize any printable information.

Community Newsletters – Newsletters are typically distributed to residents and are available incommunity areas. Newsletters can utilize large amounts of print material for StormWater publiceducation.

In School Materials – Local classrooms are an easy way to distribute storm water public education tostudents in a variety of age ranges. The information they gather or learn may be passed on to othermembers of their households.

Web based – Utilizing websites to convey Storm Water Public education is a great way to reach manyconstituents in a given area. Many counties, cities and districts have websites where this informationcan be placed.

Radio – Local F.M., A.M. and Emergency radio can be a good way to convey specific Storm Watereducation programming as well as emergency Storm Water information.

Billboards – Billboards can easily convey a quick and pertinent StormWater message and target a largenumber of constituents. It is important that if called for, the billboard should be located within Districtboundaries.

Television – Public television can be utilized to broadcast Storm Water specific programming at specifictimes. Constituents can be directed towards programming through other types of public educationpreviously discussed.

Community Events – Information can be made available at community events by setting up a StormWater information area and engaging attendees.

Direct Training – Training can be offered by District employees or consultants and can be targetedtoward specific groups. Print and Media can be used during training sessions.

Subjects

The content of StormWater Public education can include but is not limited to the following subjects:

General StormWaterStormWater Pollution PreventionStormWater CleanupConstituent StormWater ResponsibilitiesIllicit DischargeStormWater and Lawn CareHousehold Hazardous WastesPool Maintenance and DrainagePesticides and FertilizersStormWater and ConstructionStormWater and Industries

StormWater OrdinancesPermittingUrban RunoffLocal RegulationsEmergency InformationEnvironmental Protection AgencyEvent Notification

Directives

To effectively manage a StormWater public education program, the Districts will need to provideregular educational outreach to its constituents. This outreach can be achieved through variousmethods as listed in the “Types of Public Education” section of this chapter. It is important that theDistricts target at least the following:

Residents – It is important to address residents because they are the largest group with a direct effecton the Storm Sewer System. Residents have an immediate and direct impact on water quality in theDistricts. Education through brochures, door hangers, utility bill inserts, community newsletters,websites, and other means can provide important storm water based information. Outreach regardinggeneral storm water, lawn care, pesticides/fertilizers, and pool maintenance are vital to a homeowner’sunderstanding of the effect that everyday activities can have on storm water in their district. Localschools can also integrate StormWater education into their curriculum. Students may pass thisinformation along to other members of their households.

Businesses – Businesses contribute to the Storm Sewer System and have a direct impact as well. It isvital to educate businesses about the proper disposal of hazardous wastes, storm water cleanup, propermaintenance of facilities and storm water related emergency information. The Districts can utilize anyof the resident based means for public education because businesses receive District billing and mailouts.

Public Service Employees – As employees of the Districts or other local entity, it is important that PublicService Employees are educated about the impacts of StormWater Pollution and can convey thisinformation beyond what is available through print material. Because they are present in the areacovered, Public Service employees can consistently consider the effects of storm water pollution andcan actively work to reduce the effects while also directly educating Residents, Businesses, ConstructionPersonnel, and Visitors. By working closely with Public Service Employees the Districts can incorporateprint and media as educational tools through direct training.

Commercial and Industrial Facilities (where relevant) – Facilities located within District boundaries willrequire specified permits and regulations. These facilities should be targeted for education on stormwater because they can easily contribute to the detriment of water quality. Utilizing direct means likedoor hangers, brochures, newsletters and even training sessions by District consultants or employees,Commercial and Industrial Facilities can be educated about storm water pollution prevention. It is notonly important to educate these facilities about the District’s responsibilities towards storm water butthe facilities’ responsibilities and requirements as well.

Construction Site Personnel – Active construction requires specified permits and regulations. Operatorsand their contractors need to be well versed in permits and regulations in order to ensure appropriatestorm water management during construction. Utilizing direct means like door hangers, brochures,newsletters and even training sessions by District consultants or employees, construction site personnelcan be educated about storm water pollution prevention. Construction sites can be a major contributorto the immediate detriment of water quality in a District but educating personnel about properconstruction practices, local regulations and ordinances can curtail this.

Visitors – Visitors can contribute to the detriment of storm water quality in the same manner as thepreviously mentioned groups. Public education that is open and viewable to the general public can helpcontribute towards educating visitors. Billboards, TV ads and postings can aid in targeting the visitors tothe Districts. Knowledgeable District Employees and consultants can also field storm water relatedquestioning.

These directives will effectively target the largest majority of constituents and visitors to the Districts.The Districts can take on this responsibility through its operator, engineer or any other entity versed inmanaging public education regarding StormWater.

It is vital that all Storm Water Public Education initiatives be documented. Copies of educationaloutreach should be archived for future use or reference during any regulatory audits.

Examples

The following examples are provided:

BrochuresDoor Hangers and Bill InsertsNewslettersIn school EducationBillboards

Public Involvement and Participation

Purpose

To effectively combat the influences of StormWater Pollution in The Districts of Greatwood, it isimportant to create a Public Involvement and Participation program. The Districts can utilize elementsdiscussed in the Public Education chapter of the Guidance Manual to educate their constituentsregarding StormWater Pollution and Prevention. This is an effective way to target constituents but doesnot provide the hands on elements that Public Involvement and Participation in StormWater PollutionPrevention does. The benefits of including constituents in the act of educating, and accordinglypreventing, StormWater Pollution are not only educational in nature but community centric. Volunteergroups traditionally involve themselves in many aspects of community development and StormWaterPollution and Storm Water Management are avenues that benefit both the volunteer group and thecommunity. It is vital that the Districts, through Public Involvement and Participation, provide the meansfor all members of the local public to participate in aspects of the StormWater Management Plan.

Development of the SWMP (Storm Water Management Plan)

Although StormWater Management Plans are originally approved by regulators, they canchange in their course. By allowing an avenue for Public Involvement and Participation in definingchanges, or even defining original aspects, the Districts can not only provide adequate opportunity forpublic input but also satisfy any permitting requirements therein. Public comment during the initialphases of StormWater Management plan development can incorporate opinions and ideas fromconstituents into general planning. This is beneficial to the Districts as well as their constituents and ismore than satisfactory in providing an avenue for public comments. It is highly recommended thatduring the implementation of a Storm Water Management Plan, provisions are made during theDistrict’s regular meeting schedule to allow for any public comment regarding said plan. By doing so,The Districts are encouraging continued Public Involvement and Participation.

Events

StormWater based events are a positive way to offer District constituents a chance for PublicInvolvement and Participation. By utilizing Public Education efforts, the District can notify itsconstituents of upcoming events and encourage participation. These events benefit the community aswell as the required achievements in a StormWater Management Plan. They include but are not limitedto the following:

Community Educational Events – General community events are good venues for educating andinvolving the public in StormWater Management. Information sessions and activities are an effectiveway to involve District constituents and encourage participation. Educational materials can be handedout and activities can be conducted through the efforts of volunteers, District officials, and theirconsultants.

Cleanup Days – Local cleanup events can centralize on garbage, debris or even maintenance basedendeavors. Cleaning one stretch of road or maintaining the overgrown banks of a drainage channel areeffective methods for StormWater education through Public Involvement. StormWater Pollution comes

from many different sources and a well organized cleanup day can help to limit its effects. Cleanup daysshould typically include volunteer organizations and may be supplemented by District consultants.

Hazardous Waste Days – Education and Outreach can go a long way in informing constituents about thedangers of household wastes entering the storm sewer system. It is important that they are versed inproper disposal techniques and any avenues for recycling. A Hazardous Waste cleanup day can provide avolunteer opportunity as well as a method for constituents to dispose of or recycle their commonhazardous household items. Hazardous Waste events should typically include volunteer organizationsand may be supplemented by District consultants who are well versed in hazardous recycling anddisposal.

School Events – StormWater based in school events are a good way to involve younger Districtconstituents. Presentations regarding StormWater Pollution and the Districts StormWaterManagement can give positive, beneficial information to younger constituents. There are presenterswho specialize in school based involvement events and can cater to the District’s Storm Water relatedneeds. Field trips to local educational outlets and activities relating to StormWater are effective meansfor Public Involvement and Participation. Also, materials and information can be passed on tohouseholds and other local constituent groups from these events.

Local Notices and Open Meetings Requirements

Proper notification of any Public Involvement or Participation events is vital to the effectivenessof a Storm Water Program in the Districts. Compliance with any state and local public noticerequirements is mandatory and should be followed accordingly. As well, any event in which DistrictBoard Directors are in attendance should conform to the requirements and restrictions of the TexasOpen Meetings Act. This may limit the attendance of Board Directors or require the necessary notices.

Attachment 8

Regulatory Inspection Form

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GreatwoodDate:

Inspector:

Community or Development:

What is the Current Inspection Schedule for this Site?

Weekly Bi Weekly Monthly

Indicate Responses in the Boxes BelowItem # Yes No

1 Is the Inspector Qualified to perform Inspection2 Was District notified prior to commencement of construction

3* SWPPP and Notice of IntentItem # SWPPP and NOI Acceptable Repairs Description

4 Notice of Intent Posted and publicly visible

5 SWPPP Accessible and has all necessary components

6 SWPPP Site Plans up to date with all markings

7 Inspection record up to date

4*According to TXR150000 and pursuant to the district's rate order all BMP deficiencies must be repaired within 7 days of inspection. If notrepaired within 7 days the district will repair BMP deficiencies at the construction site operators sole expense. Fines and penalties may apply.

4* Indicate status of Items below and provide details regarding any repairs, maint. Etc.Item # Best Management Practices (BMP) Acceptable Repairs Description

8 Perimter controls in place and operating effectively

9 Silt Fence controls in place and operating effectively

10 Stabilized Entrances / Exits

11 Streets free of dirt tracking

12 Euipment leaking and parked with protections

13 Storage areas clean and free of spills

14 Materials in Storage areas Stored Properly

15 Sanitary facilities clean and free of spills

16 No evidence of leaks or spills on ground

17 Trash receptacles in use and manageable

18 Temporary stabilization measures effective

19 Inlet protection in place and effective

20 Sedimentation basins

3* All SWPPP and Notice of Intent Deficiences must be corrected immedately pursuant to the district's rate order. Fines and Penalites may apply.

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Signature:

Attachment 9

Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Template

Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Prepared in Accordance with Section 402 of the Clean Water Act

and Chapter 26 of the Texas Water Code

[Project Name]

This project qualifies as a large construction activity under the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Construction General Permit No TXR150000 effective March 5, 2008.

This document will guide contractors and developers through the process of implementing the pollution prevention procedures as required by the CGP.

Administered by:

Greatwood

Storm Water Discharges Associated With Construction Activity

Construction sites located in the State of Texas that discharge storm water associated with construction activity may discharge to surface waters only according to effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Construction General Permit No TXR150000 issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) effective March 5, 2008. Dischargers of storm water associated with construction activity are subject to administrative, civil, and criminal penalties, as applicable, under the Texas Water Code for violating the federal Clean Water Act or for knowingly making any false statement, representation, or certification in any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under the general permit, including monitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance. Any operator conducting under the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is entirely responsible for meeting SWPPP requirements within the boundaries of the construction site where they perform construction activities. A project responsibility chart will be included in the SWPPP. Any discharges to impaired water bodies for which there is a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL), as listed on the latest approved State of Texas 303(d) List of Impaired Water Bodies, will incorporate the limitations, conditions, and requirements outlined in the approved TMDL Implementation Plan.

Definition of Area

Construction Project or Site Name: [ Insert Here ]Location Access Description: [ Insert Here ]County or Counties: [ Insert Here ]Latitude/Longitude: [ Insert Here]Number of acres of the entire property: [ Insert Here ]Total Acres Expected to be Disturbed by Construction Activity: [ Insert Here ]MS4 Operator and Jurisdictional Authority of Storm Water Compliance: [ Insert Here ]Segment number of the first classified segment that receives discharges from the regulated construction activity: [ Insert Here ]Receiving water at or near the site that may be disturbed or that may receive discharges from disturbed areas of the project: [ Insert Here ]Is the receiving water on the 303(d) list? [ Insert Here ]Does the impaired segment location receive discharges from the regulated construction activity? Constituent(s) of concern: [ Insert Here ]Is there an approved TMDL implementation plan? [ Insert Here ]

Nature of the Construction Activity

[ Fully Describe Nature of Construction Activity ]

Elements of the SWPPP

The SWPPP has been prepared to address discharges of storm water runoff from construction activities in [ District ] thatwill reach Waters of the United States, including discharges to Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4s) that drain to Waters of the United States, to identify and address potential sources of pollution that are reasonably expected to affect the quality of discharges from the construction site, including construction support activities within one mile from theproject’s boundary, authorized non-storm water discharges, and any other permitted discharge. The SWPPP has been developed based on the requirements of the National Storm Water Plan Criteria and by using a strategy of reducing pollution at the source, as opposed to treatment before discharge. The SWPPP will be revised or updated as appropriate whenever any of the following occurs: a change of significant effect on the discharge of pollutants has not been previously addressed in the SWPPP; site conditions change based on updated plans and specifications; new operators conduct construction activities under the SWPPP; new areas of responsibility are added; changes are made to the type of best management practices used; or results of inspections or investigations indicate the SWPPP is proving ineffective in eliminating or significantly minimizing pollutants in discharges. Revisions to the SWPPP will be completed within seven (7)

calendar days following the inspection. The SWPPP has been developed to be compliant with applicable local sediment and erosion control plans. The SWPPP and related records, including Inspections Records, will be retained on-site at the entrance of the construction site location. Hard copies of the SWPPP will also be made readily available upon the request of public officials. Discharges that occur after the construction site has undergone final stabilization or following the submission of a notice of termination for the construction activity are outside of the scope of this SWPPP. Projects that are located on Indian Country Lands are outside of the scope of this SWPPP. Data used to describe the soil will be obtained from the United States Department of Agriculture’s web soil survey and will be included in the SWPPP. A map showing the general location of the site will be included in the SWPPP. A copy of the construction general permit will be included in the SWPPP. A series of site maps will collectively indicate the following:

- drainage patterns and approximate slopes anticipated after major grading activities by either topographic lines or by drawn arrows indicating the general direction of flow;

- areas where soil disturbance will occur by either notations or drawn lines; - locations of construction support activities located within one mile of the boundary of the site such as

equipment staging areas, material storage areas, material borrow areas, and excavated material disposal areas by either graphical icons or drawn lines;

- locations of all in-place structural controls by either graphical icons, drawn lines, or notations; - locations of any in-place permanent storm water control measures by either graphical icons or notations; - surface waters including wetlands either at, adjacent, or in close proximity to the site by either drawn lines

or notations; - locations where storm water discharges from the site directly to a surface water body or a municipal

separate storm sewer system by either graphical icons, drawn lines, or notations; - locations of sedimentation basins, if any, where a common drainage location serves 10 or more disturbed

acres by either drawn lines, graphical icons, or notations; - locations where existing vegetation or stabilization practices are used by either drawn lines or notations;- concrete truck washout areas by either graphical icon or notations; and - vehicle wash areas by graphical icons. - dates when major grading activities occur - dates when construction activities temporarily or permanently cease on a portion of the site - dates when stabilization measures are initiated - areas where final stabilization has been accomplished and no further construction-phase permit

requirements apply

If future projects within the site are proposed at a later date, the SWPPP will be revised by including the site map of the new project. Site maps will be provided for each area of soil disturbance permitted within the scope of the SWPPP. Any notes, specifications, signatures, seals, measurements, legends, or storm water controls contained within the site map, whether planned or in place, cannot be considered anticipatory or scheduled. The site map is a pictorial representation for presentation or suggestion purposes only and is subject to change. The site map may or may not incorporate information and/or data provided to other consultants relative to engineering, drainage, flood plains, and environmental issues and should not be relied upon for any purpose. No warranties, express or implied, concerning the actual design, location, and character of the facilities shown on the base layer are intended. Additionally, no warranty is made to the accuracy of the information contained therein.

Endangered and Threatened Species and Crtitical Habitat Protection; Historic Properties ProtectionThe TCEQ does not require this information to be included in the SWPPP at this time.

Best Management Practices

Best Management Practices (BMPs) will be designed and implemented in order to minimize to the extent practicable the discharge of pollutants in storm water associated with construction activity and in eligible non-storm water discharges. Erosion and sediment controls will be designed to retain sediment on-site to the extent practicable. Control measures will be properly selected, installed, and maintained according to the designer's specifications. Controls will be developed to minimize the offsite transport of litter, construction debris, and construction materials. If existing BMPs are modified or if additional BMPs are necessary, an implementation schedule will be described in the inspection report and the responsive

action log, and wherever possible those changes implemented before the next storm event. If implementation before the next anticipated storm event is impracticable, these changes will be implemented as soon as practicable. [ Describe Initial Best Management Practices ] Perimeter controls will be installed as necessary and will be utilized until a common drainage location serves a disturbed acreage of 10 acres or more. At that time, a sedimentation basin will be utilized where feasible. A sedimentation basin capacity calculation chart will be included in the SWPPP, as appropriate. If a sedimentation basin is not feasible, then equivalent control measures will be utilized until final stabilization of the site andthe reasons why the basin was infeasible will be noted on the sedimentation basin capacity calculation chart. [ Describe Other Best Management Practices ].

Pollution Prevention Practices

Pollution prevention practices will be designed to minimize pollutants from construction and waste materials which will be stored on-site. Velocity dissipation devices will be placed at discrete discharge locations and along the length of any outfall channel to provide a non-erosive flow velocity from the structure to the surface water. If it is necessary to pump or channel standing water from the site, appropriate controls will be utilized to minimize the offsite transport of suspended sediments and other pollutants. Concrete truck wash out water will be discharged to areas at the construction site where structural controls have been established to prevent direct discharge to surface waters, or to areas that have a minimal slope that allow infiltration and filtering of wash out water to prevent direct discharge to surface waters. Washout of concrete trucks during storm events will be minimized when possible and BMPs will be utilized to prevent the discharge of concrete truck washout as the result of rain. The following pollution prevention BMPs can be reasonably expected at construction sites: water truck spraying, orderly material storage, orderly equipment storage, proper waste disposal practices, orderly parking areas, street cleaning, spill prevention practices, use of petroleum sorbents, orderly concrete truck washout areas, use of stabilized construction accesses, use of trash containers, use of portable sanitation facilities, self-contained fuel cells, orderly petroleum product storage, use of dewatering bags, use of temporary velocity dissipation devices, use of flow diversion mechanisms, and other similar measures. Any additional or unique pollution prevention BMPs will be addressed on the project’s site map.

Erosion Control and Stabilization Practices

Erosion control and stabilization measures will be initiated as soon as practicable in portions of the site where construction activities have temporarily ceased. [ Describe any necessary stabilization measures ]. These measures will be initiated no more than 14 days after the construction activity in that portion of the site that has temporarily or permanently ceased, unless the activity is scheduled to resume within 7 days. If soil conditions prohibit the initiation of stabilization measures or vegetative practices, erosion control and stabilization measures will be initiated as soon as practicable. Where temporary stabilization controls are infeasible, temporary sediment controls will be used along the perimeter of the site to the extent practicable and the reasons why the activity was infeasible will be noted in the inspection report. The following erosion control and stabilization BMPs can be reasonably expected at construction sites: establishment of temporary or permanent vegetation, mulching, use of geotextiles, sod stabilization, use of vegetative buffer strips, protection of existing trees and vegetation, slope texturing, and other similar measures. Any additional or unique erosion control and stabilization BMPs will be addressed on the project’s site map.

Obtaining Authorization to Discharge

Any operator conducting under the SWPPP will certify and post a Notice of Intent, Primary Operator Notice, and other applicable postings as required by the EPA Consent Decree at the construction entrance prior to commencing construction activities as necessary to obtain authorization for the construction activity. The name, address, and telephone number for the operator will be included in the notice, along with the contact information for the Site Storm Water Compliance Representative. The notice will be posted at a location where it is safely and readily available to the public until completion of the construction activity. A copy of the notice will be conveyed to [ District ] and its appropriate associations. All notices will be included as part of the SWPPP and provided to any MS4s and [ District ] receiving discharge from the construction activities, as appropriate. Any and all notices will be certified according to 30 TAC § 305.44 (relating to Signatories for Applications). Any primary operators conducting under the SWPPP will submit the notice with proof of payment to the TCEQ as appropriate to obtain authorization. Should multiple operators conduct construction activities under the SWPPP, the front cover will be signed by each operator. Should any relevant information

submitted on the notice change, any primary operator conducting under the SWPPP will submit a Notice of Change as appropriate. Any primary operators conducting under the SWPPP will submit a Notice of Termination as appropriate when either final stabilization is achieved or a transfer of operational control has occurred. Any and all operators conducting under the SWPPP will remove the public notice from the site as appropriate when either final stabilization is achieved or a transfer of operational control has occurred. Should a transfer of operational control occur, any operator conducting under the SWPPP will attempt to inform, as appropriate, the new operator of the requirement to obtain permit coverage. All changes in public notices, operational control, and any related activities will be conveyed to the district and its appropriateassociations. A copy of the SWPPP, reports and actions required by the SWPPP and the SPA Consent Decree, public notices including data used to produce the notice, as well as records of the submittal of forms sent to other operators and to any MS4 receiving discharge from the construction activities, as applicable, and all documents required under the EPA Consent Decree will be retained for three years following the date that the operator terminates permit coverage or until one year after the termination of the EPA Consent Decree, whichever occurs at the latest date.

Potential Pollutants and Sources

The following potential pollutants can be reasonably expected at construction sites: construction debris, litter, chemical wastes, construction materials, sediment, dust, waste materials, petroleum products, sand, concrete truck wash out water, erosive flow velocity, crushed rock, discarded equipment, acid, sanitary wastes, curing compounds, lime, fly ash, cement, biological materials, and other similar pollutants. Any additional or unique potential pollutants will be addressed on the project’s site map. Potential pollutants can be reasonably associated with the following typical point sources: fuel tanks, construction equipment, parked vehicles, waste containers, vehicle traffic, pumps, drainage swales, channels, exposed soil, construction entrances, stored construction materials, construction personnel, temporary buildings, demolished structures, concrete trucks, sanitary facilities, and other similar point sources. Any additional or unique point sources will be addressed on the project’s site map.

Description of Non-Storm Water Discharge Management Controls to Reduce Pollutants

It is expected that the following uncontaminated non-storm water discharges will occur from the site during the construction period. All authorized non-storm water discharges will be conducted in accordance with the requirements of the permit, and every effort will be made to minimize non-storm water runoff from these site activities. Non-storm water discharges will be directed toward existing storm water BMPs or otherwise treated to minimize offsite discharges of sediment. The following non-storm water discharges listed below are not under the scope of this SWPPP:

- Discharges from fire fighting activities - Fire hydrant flushing - Waters used to wash vehicles where detergents are not used - Water used to control dust - Water used to flush waterlines and wash down buildings - Air conditioning condensate - Uncontaminated spring water, groundwater and discharges from fountain drains - Uncontaminated excavation dewatering - Landscape irrigation

Procedures for Dealing with Spills and Releases in Excess of Mandated Reportable Quantities

Potential pollutant sources, including construction and waste materials, used or stored at the site will be kept in such a manner as to minimize their exposure to precipitation and their impact on storm water discharges. Structural controls will be placed along the streets, the property lines, and any phase project limits to reduce potential pollutants in storm water runoff. By the implementation of BMPs, these potential pollutant sources are not reasonably expected to affect the storm water discharges from the site. The following substances listed below are expected to be present onsite during construction:

- Concrete - Concrete truck wash - Concrete curing compounds - Asphalt paving

- Materials used in the manufacture of concrete - Grease - Oil - Fuel - Lubricants - Hydraulic fluids - Solvents - Treated wood - Fertilizers - Detergents - Antifreeze - Litter - Debris - Sanitary waste

Reportable Quantities (RQ)

- The RQ for crude oil and oil other than that defined as petroleum product or used oil shall be: 210 gallons (five barrels) for spills or discharges onto land; or a quantity sufficient to create a sheen for spills or discharges directly into water

- The RQ for petroleum product and used oil shall be: 25 gallons for spills or discharges onto land; or a quantity sufficient to create a sheen for spills or discharges directly into water.

- The RQ for industrial solid waste or other substances shall be100 pounds for spills or discharges into water.

The following practices will be followed for spill prevention and cleanup:

- Materials and equipment necessary for spill cleanup should be kept onsite in anticipation of expected spills. Equipment and materials will most likely include but not be limited to brooms, dustpans, mops, rags, gloves, goggles, kitty litter, sand, sawdust, and plastic and metal trash containers specifically for this purpose.

- When spills or other accidental exposure of the substances described above occur, the following steps will be taken by the operator:

o To the maximum extent practicable, the spill or leak will be stopped. o Once the leaking material has been stopped, the spill must be contained so as to minimize the

affected area. o If the spill poses an immediate danger to the public, emergency response personnel will be

called. The Site Storm Water Compliance Representative and all operators on site will be notified of the spill immediately.

o The engineer inspector will determine whether the spill is of a reportable quantity and will coordinate appropriate activities as determined by the manufacturers’ recommended methods for spill cleanup or material safety data sheet.

As soon as practicable, but not later than 24 hours after the discovery of an emissions event, the owner or operator of a regulated entity shall determine if the event is a reportable emissions event and notify all appropriate local pollution controlagencies with jurisdiction. Spills of toxic or hazardous material of a reportable quantity should be reported to the appropriate State or Local government agency. The reportable quantities for hazardous substances for spills or discharges shall be the quantity designated as the Final Reportable Quantity (RQ) in Table 302.4 in Title 40 “Environmental Protection” of the Code of Federal Regulations §302.4. Please refer to the emergency phone numbers listed:

- EPA Region 6 Emergency Response 24-Hour Hotline (214) 665-2222 - National Response Center 24-Hour Hotline (800) 424-8802 - Texas Environmental Release 24-Hour Hotline (800) 832-8224

- TCEQ Region 12 Houston Headquarters (713) 767-3500 - Harris County Pollution Control (713) 920-2831

Maintenance Procedures

All protective measures will be maintained in effective operating condition. If it is determined that BMPs are not operating effectively, then maintenance will be performed as necessary to maintain the continued effectiveness of storm water controls, and prior to the next storm event if feasible. If maintenance prior to the next anticipated storm event is impracticable, the reason will be documented in the inspection report and maintenance will be scheduled and accomplished as soon as practicable. The operator will replace or correct erosion and sediment controls that have been intentionally disabled, run-over, removed, or otherwise rendered ineffective immediately upon discovery. If a control has been used incorrectly, is performing inadequately, or is damaged, then the control will be replaced or modified as soon as practicable after the inspection. Sediment will be removed from sediment traps and sedimentation basins no later than the time that design capacity has been reduced by 50%. If sediment escapes the site, accumulations will be removed at a frequency that minimizes off-site impacts, and prior to the next rain event, if feasible

Inspection Procedures

Personnel will inspect disturbed areas of the construction site that have not been finally stabilized, areas used for storage of materials that are exposed to precipitation, discharge locations, and structural controls for evidence of, or the potential for, pollutants entering the drainage system. An inspector qualification statement and the standardized inspection report form approved by the EPA will be included in the SWPPP. Sediment and erosion control measures identified in the SWPPP will be inspected to ensure that they are operating correctly. Locations where vehicles enter or exit the site will be inspected for evidence of off-site sediment tracking. The inspections will occur at least once every [ Determine Inspection Timeline and or frequency ] calendar days, on a specifically defined day, regardless of whether or not there has been a storm event since the previous inspection. Where sites have been finally or temporarily stabilized, inspections will be conducted at least once every month. Where inspection vehicles could compromise temporarily or even permanently stabilized areas, cause additional disturbance of soils, or increase the potential for erosion, representative inspections will be performed. In the event of flooding or other uncontrollable situations which prohibit access to the inspection sites, inspections will be conducted as soon as access is practicable. The dates when major grading activities occur, the dates when construction activities temporarily or permanently cease on a portion of the site, and the dates when stabilization measures are initiated will be maintained in the inspection report or noted on the site map. The inspection report will summarize the scope of the inspection, the dates of the inspection, major observations relating to the implementation of the SWPPP, actions taken as a result of inspections, and any incidents of non-compliance. If the inspection report does not identify any incidents of non-compliance, the report will be certified by the inspector that the siteis in compliance with the SWPPP and the general permit. All reports and other information requested by the executive director of the TCEQ will be signed by the person and in the manner required by 30 TAC §305.128 (relating to Signatories to Reports).

Notice of TerminationEach operator that has submitted an NOI for authorization under this general permit must apply to terminate that authorization following the conditions described in this section of the general permit. Authorization must be terminated by submitting a Notice of Termination (NOT) on a form supplied by the executive director. Authorization to discharge under this general permit terminates at midnight on the day the NOT is postmarked for delivery to the TCEQ. If electronic submission of the NOT is provided, authorization to discharge under this permit terminates immediately following confirmation of receipt of the NOT by the TCEQ. Compliance with the conditions and requirements of this permit is required until an NOT is submitted. The NOT must be submitted to TCEQ, and a copy of the NOT provided to the operator of any MS4 receiving the discharge (with a list in the SWP3 of the names and addresses of all MS4 operators receiving a copy), within 30 days after any of the following conditions are met:

- final stabilization has been achieved on all portions of the site that are the responsibility of the permittee;

- a transfer of operational control has occurred (See Section II.F.4. below); or

- the operator has obtained alternative authorization under an individual TPDES - permit or alternative TPDES general permit.

The NOT form shall require, at a minimum, the following information: - if authorization was granted following submission of an NOI, the permittee’s site specific

TPDES authorization number for the construction site; - an indication of whether the construction activity is completed or if the permittee is

simply no longer an operator at the site; - the name, address, and telephone number of the permittee submitting the NOT; - the name (or other identifier), address, county, and latitude/longitude of the

construction project or site; and - a signed certification that either all storm water discharges requiring authorization

under this general permit will no longer occur, or that the applicant to terminate coverage is no longer the operator of the facility or construction site, and that all temporary structural erosion controls have either been removed, will be removed on a schedule defined in the SWP3, or have been transferred to a new operator if the new operator has applied for permit coverage. Erosion controls that are designed to remain in place for an indefinite period, such as mulches and fiber mats, are not required to be removed or scheduled for removal.

Attachment 10

Compliance Inspections

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Have all StormWater Quality Features been Inspected?

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GreatwoodDate:

Inspector:

Ultimate Outfall Location:

Last Rainfall Event (>2 inches): Current Weather:

Indicate Responses in the Box BelowItem # Yes No

1 Is the Inspector Qualified to perform Inspection

Illicit Discharge DetectionItem # Illicit Discharge Detection Acceptable Repairs Description

2 General Cleanliness of Outfall Area

3 Are there any sheens, oils, or harmful liquids present?

4 Are there any unusual odors eminating from outfall?

5 Trash Management effective at oufall areas

6 Outfall testing

Have all Major Outfalls and the Ultimate Outfall been Inspected?

Post Construction StormWater ManagementItem # Post Construction Controls N/A Acceptable Repairs Description

7 Trash Screens and Floatables Collection Devices

8 Oil, Grit, Trash Separators

9 Stabilization Measures

10 Other:

Have all StormWater Quality Features been Inspected?

Municipal Operations Pollution PreventionItem # Minnimum Control Measures Acceptable Repairs Description

11 Common areas and open spaces clean and free of debris

12 Storm Sewer Inlets clean and free of debris

13 Streets free of debris and dirt

14 Storage areas clean and free of spills

15 Materials in Storage areas Stored Properly

16 No evidence of leaks or spills on ground

17 Spill Kits accessible

18 Trash receptacles in use

19 Sanitary facilities clean and free of spills

20 Disposal of facility wastes and debris

Have all Municipal Operations been Inspected?

District compliance inspection form enforces Annual Visual Inspection of District facilities, outfalls, and property as required and covered by TXR040000. Any Lab Testing required is independent of this inspection. All inspection records will be maintained by District StormWater

Representative for the remainder of permit period.

For more information visit:

Signature:

Attachment 11

Illicit Discharge Protocol

Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination

PurposeThe Greatwood Municipal Utility Districts (the “Districts”) is implementing an illicit discharge

detection and elimination program (IDDE) as part of its StormWater Management Program inaccordance with TPDES General Permit No. TXR040000. The objective of this program is to reduce theamount of pollution carried in the Districts’ Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) byidentifying and eliminating illicit discharges flowing into the MS4. The program will establish asystematic approach assisting in the identification of illicit discharges that may be implemented duringperformance of routine operations; while providing contact information for public reporting of illicitdischarges and illegal dumping. The program will also establish a response plan to address known andidentified illicit discharges, address citizen complaints, and will also develop follow up procedures. Byimplementing the IDDE program, illicit connections, illicit discharges and specific sources of pollution canbe identified and eliminated accordingly.

Storm Sewer MapThe Storm Sewer Map (SSM) must be developed to aid in the IDDE Program. The SSM must

include the following:

The location of all outfalls;The names and locations of all waters of the U.S. that receive discharges from the outfalls; andAny additional information needed by the permittee to implement its SWMP.

Field verification must take place at least once per year and updates must be made when necessary.The initial SSM will be developed from existing mapping data on file with the engineer. This includes butis not limited to aerial photos, land use/zoning maps, sewer system maps, storm drain maps, as built orconstruction drawings, and districts boundary maps.

The SSM will be used by Field Staff to effectively develop detection strategies, assess outfalls,collect samples, and respond to discharge complaints.

DetectionThe Districts will implement an ongoing storm water outfall screening program for the detection

and elimination of illicit discharges and improper disposal into the collective MS4. This program consistsof field screening during dry weather and will target the outfalls that discharge into the receiving Watersof the US surrounding the Districts. The IDDE program also establishes a public website(http://www.cleanbayous.org) that can be used by the public to report illicit discharges or illegaldumping.

Field screening is an active approach to detecting the presence of possible pollutant dischargesfrom the permittees’ municipal separate storm sewer system and may involve chemical screening orsampling of unknown discharges observed from outfalls, in sewers through manholes, orditches/conveyances that are part of the MS4.

The Districts will concentrate its dry weather outfall screening activities in areas that have agreater potential of having an illicit discharge or illicit connection. Sites may be chosen based onprevious screening results, complaints, land use, physical evidence or other factors. Field screening willbe conducted during dry weather periods. Regulations define dry weather as a period preceded by at

least 72 hours with no precipitation (rainfall total less than 0.10 inch). Verification and documentation ofthe dry period may be obtained through the use of onsite rain gauges or a local rain gauge network suchas the web based network maintained by the Harris County Office of Emergency Management website(www.hcoem.org) which extends to portions of Fort Bend County. During dry weather screeningactivities, field teams will visit the screening sites during dry weather conditions to determine whetheran illicit discharge is present. Physical characteristics of the discharge such as color, odor, turbidity,surface scum, and oil sheen will be recorded on outfall inspection forms.

If the initial visual inspection reveals the possibility of an illicit discharge, samples may be takenof the suspected illicit discharge and sent to a lab for screening. The lab tests chosen should correlate tothe physical suspicions found during the initial inspection. If sewage is suspected, for example, asample should be collected for E. coli and fecal coliform at the screened site for laboratory analysis. Theteam may also collect laboratory samples from the discharge for ammonia, chlorine, copper, totalsuspended solids (TSS), and biochemical oxygen demand (BOD). Sample collection and analysis will be inaccordance with methods outlined in the IDDE Protocol Supplement. If screening values exceedestablished thresholds or sample results indicate a potential illicit discharge, then a more detailedinvestigation is needed and tracking the discharge source will be conducted. If warranted, notificationwill be made to the TCEQ regional office.

Response to Complaint

The Districts will respond to all credible complaints within 72 hours. The Districts will take stepsto identify the source of the complaint, attempt to clean up or remove the illicit discharge, and, ifnecessary, make repairs or alterations to prevent reoccurrence. Typical complaint response procedureswill follow the Detection protocols as set forth in the previous section.

EliminationIntermittent discharges are difficult to detect through outfall screening. The best way to

manage these discharges is to prevent them from occurring. For this reason, education and outreachmaterials targeting residents, municipal operations, and businesses have been developed by theDistricts. Some common specific residential neighborhood discharges include vehicle fluid, car wash,household hazardous waste, and swimming pool draining. For more information, see the PublicEducation Section.

The Districts has developed storm water enforcement sections in its rate order/ordinance.When a user is caught dumping illicit discharge into the storm sewer system, they are liable for fines andpenalties according to the Districts’ rules and regulations. For more information, see the Districts RateOrder.

1. Identify the potential illicit discharge area by reviewing maps of the MS4, most notably the stormsewer conveyance map prepared by the Districts Engineer.

2. The field crew will locate the site in the field and record initial field observations on the field formincluding:

TimeDateInvestigator names

Site locationWeather (antecedent dry period)A short site descriptionAny odors or algal build upCharacteristics of discharge (if there is a discharge)Note land uses along the MS4

3. If no discharge is observed during this visit, the crew will look for evidence of intermittent flow,make a land use survey and verify the MS4 system (search for interconnects). The field notes will berecorded in the database and the case can be closed if warranted; unless there is evidence that anintermittent problem exists which may require further investigation with subsequent visits to thearea.

4. If a discharge is observed, the field crew will chemically screen the outfall and record the data.Photos of the discharge will be captured including the outfall, manhole, and drainage ditch. Ifelevated levels are still present (exceed the threshold levels), the following procedures will occur forthe identification of a potential illicit connection:

a) Determine where the upstream storm sewers are located relative to the potential illicitdischarge point.

b) Once the location of the upstream sewer lines are identified, pulling up manhole covers willenable investigation and tracking of the discharge to its source.

c) When pulling manhole covers and tracking flow, investigators will record all the informationabout the discharge and each location visited. This can be easily accomplished by drawingarrows on the direction of flow on a map and recording physical characteristics in the fieldform.

d) Continue up the line until the discharge no longer appears in the MS4 or until the sourcehas been identified. Record any pertinent information on the field form. A sample should becollected as close to the source as possible and submitted to the laboratory for analysis ifthe discharge is still an unknown or classified as a suspected illicit discharge. If the dischargeis determined to be an allowable discharge, then it should be noted and the case may beclosed.

MSGP within Districts Boundaries

Industrial activities operating within Districts boundaries may be a significant source of pollutant loadinto the storm water conveyance system. For that reason, it is important to identify and regulatefacilities that qualify for a multi sector general permit (MSGP). There will be two methods to identifyingthe potential industrial facility:

1. New ConstructionThe Districts will scrutinize all new construction and redevelopment plans to determineif the resulting facility will qualify for a MSGP. This may be done using SIC codes orIndustrial Activity Codes.

2. Existing BusinessesThe Districts will regularly analyze their tax roll for businesses that may qualify for aMSGP. This may be done using SIC codes or Industrial Activity Codes.

If the facility is found to qualify for a MSGP, then the Districts will require that business to file the properpaperwork with the suitable regulatory agency as soon as appropriate.

Point Source Investigation Tests

The following is a list of the possible methodologies that will be employed in the IDDE programdepending on the extent, nature, and of the problem.

Dye Testing

Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)

Optical Brighteners

Dissolved Oxygen (DO) measurements

Constituent measurements using a Colorimeter

1. Quantitative Dye TestsThe purpose of the quantitative dye test is to determine the connectivity of the storm sewer lines andpossibly the locations of illicit connections. An organic dye, commonly used in tracer studies and medicalapplications, will be employed. The dye is highly visible in the water and will help to track the flow of thestorm sewer system. The dye will be released at either the upstream or at the suspected illicit dischargesite and then monitored downstream to determine the connectivity.

2. Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)CCTV may be performed to identify undocumented connections leading into the storm sewer system,and to locate those connections found, on a site map. Such an investigative tool may only be used in dryweather conditions. All surface drainage appurtenances in the public ROW will be located andconnections will be noted. When all connections have been accounted for as permitted dischargers, theremaining connections will be considered for additional investigation. Entry onto private property duringa follow up investigation may identify allowable connections (inlets draining private parking lots or backlot areas).

Allowable Non StormWater DischargesOnly runoff composed entirely of storm water or certain allowable non storm water shall be

discharged to the Districts’ storm sewer system. Other discharges are not authorized. A list of allowablenon storm water discharge is as follows:

water line flushing (excluding discharges of hyperchlorinated water, unless the water is firstdechlorinated and discharges are not expected to adversely affect aquatic life);runoff or return flow from landscape irrigation, lawn irrigation, and other irrigation utilizingpotable water, groundwater, or surface water sources;discharges from potable water sources;diverted stream flows;rising ground waters and springs;uncontaminated ground water infiltration;uncontaminated pumped ground water;

foundation and footing drains;air conditioning condensation;water from crawl space pumps;individual residential vehicle washing;flows from wetlands and riparian habitats;dechlorinated swimming pool discharges;street wash water;discharges or flows from fire fighting activities (fire fighting activities do not include washingof trucks, run off water from training activities, test water from fire suppression systems, andsimilar activities);other allowable non storm water discharges listed in 40 CFR ' 122.26(d)(2)(iv)(B)(1);non storm water discharges that are specifically listed in the TPDES Multi Sector GeneralPermit (MSGP) or the TPDES Construction General permit (CGP); andother similar occasional incidental non storm water discharges, unless the TCEQ developspermits or regulations addressing these discharges.

IDDE Decision Chart

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yes

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District is made aware of anillicit discharge in the MS4

Is this anemergency?

Is thedischargehazardous?

Is the sourceof the

dischargeanother MS4?

Contact appropriateauthorities immediately.

Contact hazardous materialagency for clean up.

Notify offendingMS4 operator.

Supervise clean upof illicit discharge.

HandledSatisfactorily?

Case Closed.

Supervise clean up activities.

Can youdetermine thesource of the

illicit discharge?

Report to ProperAuthorities.

Attachment 12

Allowable Non-Storm Water Discharges

Allowable Non-Storm Water Discharges

The following non-storm water sources may be discharged from the small MS4 and are not required to be addressed in the small MS4's Illicit Discharge and Detection or other minimum control measures, unless they are determined by the permittee or the TCEQ to be significant contributors of pollutants to the small MS4:

1. water line flushing (excluding discharges of hyperchlorinated water, unless the water is first dechlorinated and discharges are not expected to adversely affect aquatic life);

2. runoff or return flow from landscape irrigation, lawn irrigation, and other irrigation utilizing potable water, groundwater, or surface water sources;

3. discharges from potable water sources;

4. diverted stream flows;

5. rising ground waters and springs;

6. uncontaminated ground water infiltration;

7. uncontaminated pumped ground water;

8. foundation and footing drains;

9. air conditioning condensation;

10. water from crawl space pumps;

11. individual residential vehicle washing;

12. flows from wetlands and riparian habitats;

13. dechlorinated swimming pool discharges;

14. street wash water;

15. discharges or flows from fire fighting activities (fire fighting activities do not include washing of trucks, run-off water from training activities, test water from fire suppression systems, and similar activities);

16. other allowable non-storm water discharges listed in 40 CFR ' 122.26(d)(2)(iv)(B)(1);

17. non-storm water discharges that are specifically listed in the TPDES Multi Sector General Permit (MSGP) or the TPDES Construction General permit (CGP); and

18. other similar occasional incidental non-storm water discharges, unless the TCEQ develops permits or regulations addressing these discharges.

Attachment 13

Measurable Evaluation Criteria

Summary of Measurable Evaluation Criteria The purpose of evaluation criteria is to measure the success of the implementation of BMPs. Ideally, an annual report would present the quantity of pollution in runoff that was reduced and the total expenditures for that reduction. While this may be possible in future permit years, the annual report must present expenditures, time, and deliverables during the first years of implementation to show that procedures, ordinance, and other intangibles are being developed. Progress towards end of permit term goals must be demonstrated. The following measurable criteria were evaluated: Hours dedicated: 162.75 hours Money Spent: $24,949.58 Number of Training Sessions: 15 Number of Training Session Attendees: 134 Meeting attendance hours by Storm Water Consultant: 35 Hours Rate Order Amendment: Attachment 1 Storm Sewer Conveyance Map: Attachment 2 Storm Sewer Map Percent Completion: 100% Website Screenshots: Attachment 3 Website Percent Completion: 99% Website Maintenance Hours Dedicated: 8 hours Website Maintenance Cost: $840.00 Installed Pollution Prevention and District Operation Sign Design: Attachment 4 Number of Pollution Prevention Signs Installed: 10 Pollution Prevention Signs Percent Completion: 100% Number of District Operations Signs Installed: 10 District Operation Signs Percent Completion: 100% Approved Public Education Design: Attachment 5 Number of Utility Bill Inserts Distributed: 4,475 Public Education Design Hours Dedicated: 7 hours Public Education Printing Cost: $660.00 Installed Storm Drain Inlet Marker Design: Attachment 6 Number of Storm Drain Inlet Markers Maintained: 1,372 Storm Drain Inlet Markers Percent Completion of Installation: 100% Storm Water Manual Percent Completion: 60% Public Education and Outreach Chapter of Guidance Manual: Attachment 7 Public Involvement and Participation Chapter of Guidance Manual: Attachment 7 Regulatory Inspection Draft: Attachment 8 Regulatory Inspection Percent Completion: 90% Construction Prevention Plan Template: Attachment 9 Construction Prevention Plan Template Percent Completion: 100% Compliance Inspection Draft: Attachment 10 Compliance Inspection Percent Completion: 90% Construction Site Signs Percent Completion: 100%

Attachment 14

Notice of Change

TCEQ- 20392 (08/14/2007) Page 1

Notice of Change (NOC) to an Authorization for Storm Water Discharges from Small

Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) under the TPDES Phase II MS4 General

Permit (TXR040000)

TCEQ Office Use Only Permit No.: RN:CN:

***** IMPORTANT *****PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FILLING OUT THIS FORM.

The form will be returned for one of the following reasons:

1) the permit number is not provided, invalid, or no longer active, 2) a wet ink signature of person meeting signatory requirements for permittee is not provided, 3) the current permittee is not the applicant, and; 4) a requested change in operator name is not a legal name change .

THIS FORM CANNOT BE USED FOR A CHANGE IN OPERATOR. REFER TO YOUR GENERAL PERMIT. What is the Permit Number of the authorization to be changed? TXR04 A. APPLICANT INFORMATION: Search Central Registry at www4.tceq.state.tx.us/crpub1. Operator (Permittee)a. What is the full Legal Name of the current Operator as on the authorization?

b. What is the TCEQ Central Registry Customer Number assigned to this Operator? CN2. Permitted Site (required) What is the TCEQ Central Registry Regulated Entity Number assigned for this permitted site? RNB. REQUESTED CHANGE TO PERMITTED INFORMATION What information has changed or needs corrected? (Check one or more of the sections being updated and enter the new information in the corresponding section of this form.) Operator Legal Name Change with Texas Secretary of State (TX SOS).

(Note: Permits are not transferable. If a change in entity has occurred, this NOC is not attainable.) Address and contact information for Operator, Billing for Annual Fee or Site Mailing Address.

Site Information (Regulated Entity) (Note: Permits under a general permit are site specific. If a change in site location has occurred, this NOC is not attainable.)Change To The Approved SWMP

1. OPERATOR LEGAL NAME CHANGEa. What is the NEW active Legal Name with TX SOS or on other legal document? New Legal Name:

b. What is the TX SOS Filing Number for us to confirm this official name change? (This is only applicable to Limited Partnership or Corporations.)

2. ADDRESS & CONTACT INFORMATION CHANGE a. What mailing address and/or contact information has changed? (check one or more as applicable) Operator for permit correspondence Site (RE) Mailing Address and contact information Billing address/contact for Receiving Annual Fee Statement b. If you selected more than one, is the information to be updated the same for each selection?

Yes – Provide the updated information in the fields below. No – Attachment 1 of the NOC is attached to this form, to provide the different addresses.

ATTN or C/O:

Address: Suite No./Bldg. No./Mail Code:

City: State: Zip Code:

Country Mailing Information (if outside USA). Country Code: Postal Code:

Phone No.: ( ) Ext: Fax No.: ( ) E-Mail:

Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No 106 MS4

600739734

105580369

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3. REGULATED ENTITY (RE) SITE INFORMATION CORRECTION or UPDATEa. Updated or Corrected description of the regulated MS4 boundaries:

b. Other update to regulated entity information. Please explain.

4. CHANGE TO THE APPROVED SWMP Check the applicable item(s) to be changed or updated and complete the section for each item. Reference the attachment for each item. Add the 7th Minimum Control Measure (MCM) to the approved SWMP.

Complete Attachment 2 of the NOC and the following question: Are you seeking to use the 7th MCM only in the regulated (urbanized) area?

Yes - Attach the MCM with Attachment 2 of the NOC.

No – Attach the MCM with Attachent 2 of the NOC and indicate YES to the following certification:

I certify that the MS4 is in compliance with all of the MCMs listed in this general permit, in the MS4’s additional area where the 7th

MCM will be utilized. YES

Failure to indicate YES to this certification will result in denial. Notice to update the approved SWMP adding components, controls, or requirements to the SWMP; or replacing a BMP with an

equivalent BMP.

Are the revisions to the approved SWMP attached? Yes, under attachment Request to update the approved SWMP, replacing a less effective or infeasible BMP specifically identified in the SWMP with an

alternate BMP.

Are the revisions to the approved SWMP attached? Yes, under attachment Other requested changes to the approved SWMP requiring TCEQ approval.

Are the revisions to the approved SWMP attached? Yes, under attachment C. APPLICATION CONTACT If TCEQ needs additional information regarding this application, who should be contacted? 1. Name: Title: Company:

2. Phone No.: ( ) Ext: Fax No.: ( ) E-Mail:

D. CERTIFICATION Operator Certification:

I, Typed or printed name (REQUIRED) Title (REQUIRED)

certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for knowing violations.

I further certify that I am authorized under 30 Texas Administrative Code '305.44 to sign and submit this document, and can provide documentation in proof of such authorization upon request.

Signature: Date: ______________________________________ (Use blue ink) (REQUIRED) (REQUIRED)

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Attachment 15

Summary of SWMP Changes

Summary of Changes to the SWMP I. Storm Water Consultant Current

H. Year Five Implementation Goal: Based on the previous year's BMP evaluation included in the annual report, modifications to measurable goals and/or to the implementation schedule will be made as appropriate. Proposed Change

H. Year Five Implementation Goal: The District will continue to retain the services of a storm water consultant who will be responsible for implementing BMPs and preparing the annual report.

I. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: annual report, dollars spent, time spent.

II. Training Sessions for District Consultants Current

H. Year Five Implementation Goal: Based on the previous year's BMP evaluation included in the annual report, modifications to measurable goals and/or to the implementation schedule will be made as appropriate.

Proposed Change

H. Year Five Implementation Goal: The District will hold a minimum of two training sessions for the district consultants. The training sessions will cover SWMP goals, TXR040000 requirements, and/or Best Management Practices. The Storm Water Consultant will make the Board Member’s Guide to the Phase II Permit available to Board Members and consultants.

I. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: number of sessions, number of attendees, dollars spent, time spent, training material.

III. Storm Water Ordinance Current


Proposed Change

H. Year Five Implementation Goal: Evaluate effectiveness and enforceability of the adopted regulatory mechanism.

I. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, Storm Water Ordinance

IV. Conveyance Map Current


H. Year Five Implementation Goal: The conveyance map will be updated, as necessary, to be used for illicit discharge detection and elimination practices.

I. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: percent completion, dollars spent, time spent

V. Storm Water Website Current


Proposed Change

H. Year Five Implementation Goal: Continue to update the website. Continue to monitor and respond to the illicit discharge complaint module. Continue to track visits.

I. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: website statistics, dollars spent, time spent

VI. Pollution Prevention Signs Current


Proposed Change

H. Year Five Implementation Goal: Maintain Pollution Prevention signs, as necessary.

I. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, number of signs posted

VII. District Operation Signs

Current


H. Year Five Implementation Goal: Maintain District Operation signs, as necessary.

I. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, number of signs posted

VIII. Educational Material

Current


H. Year Five Implementation Goal: Approve the design for the education material to be distributed and post the material on CleanBayous.Org for public viewing. Perform at least one District-wide public education event.

I. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, amount of material distributed

IX. Storm Drain Inlet Markers

Current


H. Year Five Implementation Goal: Continue installation process. Maintain inlet markers, as necessary.

I. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, number of markers placed

X. Community Involvement

Current


H. Year Five Implementation Goal: Include space in the regular meeting agenda for input from the public and/or discussion of storm water related issues. Continue research of existing community involvement programs among similar Phase II entities for budget, effectiveness, and program feasibility.

I. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: excerpts from the meeting minutes

XI. Storm Water Manual

Current

G. Year Five Implementation Goal: Based on the previous year's BMP evaluation included in the annual report, modifications to measurable goals and/or to the implementation schedule will be made as appropriate. Proposed Change

G. Year Five Implementation Goal: Finalize the Pollution Prevention for Municipal Operations, Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control and the Post-Construction Storm Water Quality chapters.

H. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent

XII. Regulatory Inspections

Current


G. Year Five Implementation Goal: Continue to evaluate the Regulatory Inspection form. Make changes where necessary.


XIII. Construction Pollution Prevention Plan Template

Current


G. Year Five Implementation Goal: The SWPPP template will be made available to all contractors who want to use it. It will also be publicly available on cleanbayous.org.


XIV. Compliance Inspections

Current


G. Year Five Implementation Goal: Continue to evaluate the Compliance Inspection form. Make changes where necessary.


XV. Regular Maintenance of District Construction Sites

Current


G. Year Five Implementation Goal: Continue to evaluate the compliance inspection form. Make changes where necessary. Finalize the Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control chapter of the Storm Water Manual.


XVI. Regular Maintenance of Drainage Ways and Appurtenances

Current


G. Year Five Implementation Goal: Continue maintenance of District drainage ways and appurtenances by qualified personnel.


XVII. Construction Site Signs

Current


G. Year Five Implementation Goal: Manufacture and display construction site sign at any District construction site deemed necessary.


XVIII. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination

Current


G. Year Five Implementation Goal: Continue responding to resident reports of illegal dumping and/or illicit discharges as generated by the website’s complaint module.

H. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: Dollars spent, time spent

Attachment 16

Updated SWMP

© 2007 Storm Water Solutions, LP

Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Shared Storm Water Management Program

To serve:

Greatwood Subdivision

December 28, 2007

Administered by:

Storm Water Solutions, LP 12200-A Duncan Road Houston, Texas 77066

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Storm Water Management Program (SWMP) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has issued Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) General Permit Number TXR040000 pursuant to Section 26.040 of the Texas Water Code and Section 402 of the Clean Water Act. Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) located in the State of Texas may discharge directly to surface water in the state only according to monitoring requirements and other conditions set forth in this general permit, as well as the rules of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the laws of the State of Texas, and other orders of the Commission of the TCEQ. Applicants Seeking Authorization to Discharge Under the General Permit The general permit provides authorization for storm water and certain non-storm water discharges from small MS4s to surface water in the state. Discharge authorization begins when the applicant is notified by the TCEQ that the Notice Of Intent (NOI) and SWMP have been administratively and technically reviewed and when the applicant has followed the public participation provisions. The permitted MS4 has a duty to comply with all permit conditions. When requested, the permitted MS4 will furnish any information necessary and will provide copies of all required records as a condition of the general permit. The permitted MS4 will implement the SWMP on any new areas under its jurisdiction within three years from acquiring the new area, or five years from the date of the original SWMP, whichever is later. All portions of the permitted MS4 are required to meet the conditions of the general permit including those portions that are located within the urbanized area, as well as any portion of the MS4 that is designated. The program must be completely implemented by August 13, 2012, or within five years of being designated, for those MS4s that are designated following permit issuance.

Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System Operators: Name: Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 106 TCEQ Customer Number: CN600739734 Name: Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 108 TCEQ Customer Number: CN600739809 Name: Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 109 TCEQ Customer Number: CN600739890 Name: Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 117 TCEQ Customer Number: CN600741722 Name: Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No. 11 TCEQ Customer Number: CN600846760 (These five small MS4 operators will be referred to as “the District” collectively.) Address: c/o Allen Boone Humphries Robinson LLP

3200 Southwest Freeway, Suite 2600 Houston, TX 77027

General Location: The District lies within the City of Houston Urbanized Area in Fort Bend County. Approximate Center: 29.554N Latitude, -95.676W Longitude The District is primarily located in Fort Bend County. The District is not located on any Indian Country Lands.

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Inventory of Receiving Waters The general permit does not authorize new sources or new discharges of any constituents of concern to impaired waters included in the latest approved State of Texas 303(d) Water Quality Inventory List. Discharges of any constituents of concern to impaired water bodies for which there is an approved total maximum daily loading (TMDL) implementation plan are not eligible unless they incorporate the limitations, conditions and requirements of the approved TMDL implementation plan. Any approved TMDLs and/or implementation plans will be included in Exhibit E. Surface waters that receive discharge from the District are listed below.

Surface Waters: Name: Brazos River Segment number: 1202 Approved 2004 Texas 303(d) List: No MS4s receiving storm water discharge from the District prior to discharge into surface water: None

Recordkeeping and Reporting The District will retain all records, a copy of the TPDES general permit, and all data used to complete the permit application (NOI) and satisfy the public participation requirements for a period of at least three years, or for the term of this general permit, whichever is longer. The District will make the NOI and the SWMP available to the public within 10 working days of receipt of a written request. Any noncompliance that may endanger human health or safety, or the environment, will be reported to the TCEQ. When the District becomes aware that it either submitted incorrect information or failed to submit complete and accurate information requested in an NOI, NOT, or NOC, or any other report, it will promptly submit the facts or information to the executive director. A list of best management practices (BMPs), end of permit term goals, and proposed schedules for implementation will be included in Exhibit A. The District will submit a concise annual report to the executive director by November 11th for each year of the permit term. The report will address the previous permit year. Should different or additional BMPs be needed, the annual report will describe new goals and changes to the implementation schedules. The District will sign and certify the annual report and submit it to the TCEQ headquarters and regional office. The responsible party, where recordkeeping and reporting requests can be sent, is listed below.

Responsible Party for Implementation: Storm Water Solutions, LP 12200-A Duncan Road Houston, Texas 77066 (281) 587-5950 office (281) 587-5999 fax www.stormwatersolutions.com M-F 8AM-5PM

Public Education and Outreach on Storm Water Impacts (Minimum Control Measure #1) A public education program will be used to inform the public about the impacts that pollution in storm water run-off can have on water quality, hazards associated with illegal discharges and improper disposal of waste, and ways to minimize the impact on storm water quality. Educational materials will be distributed to the community or other equivalent measures will be conducted. The following groups will be included in the

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program to the extent practicable: residents, visitors, public service employees, businesses, commercial and industrial facilities, and construction site personnel. Should any of these groups be omitted, the District will provide justification. The District will document the activities conducted and the amount of resources/materials used. These records, along with any changes made to the BMPs or the corresponding implementation schedule, will be retained in the annual report.

Public Involvement/Participation (Minimum Control Measure #2) The District will comply with public notice requirements when implementing a public involvement/participation program. After the District receives written instructions from the TCEQ’s Office of the Chief Clerk, a notice will be published of the executive director’s preliminary determination on the NOI and SWMP. A copy of the press release and a copy of the notarized affidavit of the publication of notice will be retained in the annual report. The public involvement/participation program will be developed to include opportunities for a wide variety of constituents within the District to participate in the SWMP development and implementation. The District will document the activities conducted and the amount of resources/materials used. These records, along with any changes made to the BMPs or the corresponding implementation schedule, will be retained in the annual report.

Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (Minimum Control Measure #3) A program will be established to detect and eliminate illicit discharges within the District. A description of detection and elimination techniques and procedures will be created. To the extent allowable under state and local law, an ordinance or other regulatory mechanism will be utilized to prohibit and eliminate illicit discharges. In conjunction with these regulatory mechanisms, appropriate actions and enforcement procedures for removing the source of an illicit discharge will be developed. The techniques used for detecting illicit discharges, the appropriate actions, and potential enforcement procedures will be developed and implemented. A comprehensive map of the conveyance system, including the locations of outfalls and the names and locations of waters of the U.S. receiving discharges, will be developed to aide in the detection and elimination of sources of illicit discharges. The source of any information used to develop the map will be retained in the annual report. The following non-storm water sources may be discharged from the District as allowed under the general permit: water line flushing; runoff or return flow from landscape irrigation, lawn irrigation, and other irrigation utilizing potable water, groundwater, or surface water sources; discharges from potable water sources; diverted stream flows; rising ground waters and springs; uncontaminated ground water infiltration; uncontaminated pumped ground water; foundation and footing drains; air conditioning condensation; water from crawl space pumps; individual residential vehicle washing; flows from wetlands and riparian habitats; dechlorinated swimming pool discharges; street wash water; discharges or flows from fire fighting activities (fire fighting activities do not include washing of trucks, run-off water from training activities, test water from fire suppression systems, and similar activities); and other similar occasional incidental non-storm water discharges, unless the TCEQ develops permits or regulations addressing these discharges. The District will document the activities conducted and the amount of resources/materials used. These records, along with any changes made to the BMPs or the corresponding implementation schedule, will be retained in the annual report.

Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control (Minimum Control Measure #4) The District, to the extent allowable under State and local law, will develop, implement, and enforce a program to reduce pollutants in any storm water runoff from construction activities that result in a land disturbance of greater than or equal to one acre including projects less than one acre that are part of a larger common plan of development or sale that will result in disturbance of one or more acres. The program will include the development and implementation of an ordinance or other regulatory mechanism to require erosion and sediment controls, as well as sanctions to ensure compliance, to the extent allowable under State and local law.

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The program will require site operators to implement erosion and sediment control practices as well as manage construction site waste. Procedures will be developed for site inspection, enforcement of ordinance, consideration of public input, and site plan review to consider water quality impacts. The District will document the activities conducted and the amount of resources/materials used. These records, along with any changes made to the BMPs or the corresponding implementation schedule, will be retained in the annual report.

Post-Construction Storm Water Management (Minimum Control Measure #5)

To the extent allowable under State and local law, the District will develop, implement, and enforce a program to address storm water runoff from new development and redevelopment projects that disturb greater than or equal to one acre of land, including projects less than one acre that are part of a larger common plan of development or sale that will result in disturbance of one or more acres. The program will ensure that controls are in place to address runoff. Any maintenance of structural/non-structural controls will be performed at a frequency determined by the District to ensure adequate long-term operation and to maintain the continued effectiveness of appropriate BMPs for the community. The program will include the development and implementation of an ordinance or other regulatory mechanism to require erosion and sediment controls, as well as sanctions to ensure compliance, to the extent allowable under State and local law. The District will document the activities conducted and the amount of resources/materials used. These records, along with any changes made to the BMPs or the corresponding implementation schedule, will be retained in the annual report.

Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations (Minimum Control Measure #6) An operation and maintenance program will be established to prevent or reduce pollutant runoff from municipal operations and municipally owned areas. A training program will be developed for all employees responsible for municipal operations subject to the pollution prevention/good housekeeping program. Procedures for the proper disposal of waste removed from the District and waste that is collected as a result of maintenance of storm water structural controls will be developed. A list of maintenance activities, maintenance schedules, and long-term inspection procedures for controls used to reduce floatables and other pollutants will be developed. Housekeeping measures and BMPs that will reduce pollutants will be developed. A detailed listing of municipally owned or operated activities that are subject to TPDES storm water regulations and permitting requirements will be created to show the name, location, TPDES storm water permit number, and regulated entity number for each facility. Storm water discharges authorized by other TPDES permits are authorized and meet the applicability and eligibility requirements under TXR040000. No previous application has been denied, terminated, or revoked by the executive director. No determination has been received from the executive director that continued coverage under an individual permit is required based on consideration of an approved total maximum daily loading (TMDL) model and implementation plan, anti-backsliding policy, history of substantive non-compliance or other site-specific considerations. The District will document the activities conducted and the amount of resources/materials used. These records, along with any changes made to the BMPs or the corresponding implementation schedule, will be retained in the annual report. Authorization for Municipal Construction Activities (Minimum Control Measure #7) The District has chosen to develop this optional measure and be authorized to discharge storm water and certain non-storm water from municipal construction activities. These construction activities will be conducted so as to take into consideration local conditions of weather, soils, and other site-specific considerations. Municipal construction activities covered by this MCM will be limited to within the District boundary. The scope of these activities may include areas outside of the Urbanized Area. As a result, all MCMs will be implemented over the Urbanized Area as well as any additional areas as required by the permit. The District will maintain oversight over contractor activities to ensure that pollution prevention plan requirements are properly implemented for District construction activities. Contractors will be required to obtain separate authorization for storm water

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discharges if needed. Standard pollution prevention plan language will be developed for construction sites within the District. The District will document the activities conducted and the amount of resources/materials used. These records, along with any changes made to the BMPs or the corresponding implementation schedule, will be retained in the annual report

Storm Water Management Program Rationale Statement

This SWMP has been developed and implemented for storm water discharges that reach waters of the United States, regardless of whether the discharge is conveyed through a separately operated storm sewer. The SWMP has been developed to prevent pollution in storm water to the maximum extent practicable and to effectively prohibit illicit discharges to the system using BMPs described herein. The District has developed the SWMP to include seven minimum control measures. The BMP’s and measurable goals were selected through careful consideration of the overall impacts to receiving waters, expected budgets, proposed maintenance requirements, effective applications of controls, documentation loading, and the simplicity of management. A detailed description of the chosen BMPs, the intended implementation schedule, measurable goals, and evaluation criteria are included in addendum. Several sources were researched including EPA and TCEQ publications, government maps and GIS software, local phase I SWMPs, example phase II SWMPs from other states, online resource centers, sample ordinance, local storm water manuals, templates, public educational materials prepared for compliance with a phase II SWMP, and resources from watershed protection organizations. The public and private entities that directly assisted with the development or implementation of this SWMP are listed below.

Contributing Parties:

Storm Water Solutions, LP 12200-A Duncan Road Houston, Texas 77066 (281) 587-5950 office (281) 587-5999 fax Contributions: Creator, author, and responsible party of the SWMP, BMPs, and annual reports. SWMP manager and storm water consultant on behalf of the District.

Allen Boone Humphries Robinson LLP 3200 Southwest Freeway, Suite 2600 Houston, TX 77027(713) 860-6400 office (713) 860-6401 fax Contributions: Providing legal assistance to the District.

AECOM, Inc.5757 Woodway, Suite 101 West Houston, TX 77057 (713) 780-4100 office (713) 267-3270 fax Contributions: Providing professional engineering services to Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 106 and Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 117.

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LJA Engineering & Surveying, Inc. 2929 Briarpark, Suite 500 Houston, TX 77042 (713) 953-5200 office (713) 953-5026 fax Contributions: Providing professional engineering services to Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No. 11 and Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 108.

Jacobs Engineering5995 Rodgerdale Rd.Houston, TX 77052 (832) 351-6000 office (713) 351-7700 fax Contributions: Providing professional engineering services to Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 109.

Exhibit A

Best Management Practices The following practices will be implemented to prevent pollution in storm water discharges that reach waters of the United States to the maximum extent practicable and to effectively prohibit illicit discharges to the system. Should different BMPs, additional BMPs, or revisions to existing BMPs be needed, the annual report will describe new goals, amended implementation schedules, and changes to the evaluation criteria. A Notice of Change will be submitted to the Executive Director as appropriate. I. Storm Water Consultant The Districts are managed by a Boards of Directors. The Boards of Directors may only meet once per month, or as scheduled, in order to conduct their business. Therefore, the Districts must rely on teams of consultants to handle their day to day business activities. For example, each District’s Bookkeeper must maintain accounts and pay all bills, each District’s Tax Assessor must levy and collect taxes, etc. Relative to TPDES Permit No TXR040000, the Boards of Directors’ actions are limited to approving the SWMP and directing their consultants to ensure compliance with permit conditions. The Storm Water Consultant will coordinate efforts, including those of other consultants, related to compliance with TPDES Permit No TXR040000. The Storm Water Consultant will set milestones and report directly to the Boards of Directors on a regular basis to keep them apprised of the SWMP implementation progress. The Storm Water Consultant will be responsible for coordinating SWMP related activities including development of BMPs, correspondence with the TCEQ, preparation of the Annual Reports, and other activities, as necessary, to comply with the permit conditions.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Public Education and Outreach on Storm Water Impacts – The Districts will direct the

Storm Water Consultant and/or their other consultants, as necessary, to coordinate Public Education and Outreach activities and distribute education materials or conduct equivalent outreach for residents, visitors, public service employees, businesses, commercial and industrial facilities, and construction site personnel.

2. Public Involvement/Participation – The Districts will direct the Storm Water Consultant and/or their other consultants, as necessary, to coordinate Public Involvement/Participation activities and assist the District in complying with State and local public notice requirements.

3. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – The Districts will direct the Storm Water Consultant and/or their other consultants, as necessary, to design Illicit Discharge procedures and develop a list of detection techniques.

4. Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control – The District will direct the Storm Water Consultant and/or its other consultants, as necessary, to design strategies to control runoff from construction sites.

5. Post-Construction Storm Water Management – The Districts will direct the Storm Water Consultant and/or their other consultants, as necessary, to design post-construction management activities.

6. Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations – The Districts will direct the Storm Water Consultant and/or their other consultants, as necessary, to design good housekeeping activities.

7. Authorization for Municipal Construction Activities – The Districts will direct the Storm Water Consultant and/or their other consultants, as necessary, to design procedures for Municipal Construction Activities.

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B. Year One Implementation Goal: A storm water consultant will be contracted to draft the SWMP, submit the NOI, implement BMPs, and prepare the annual report.

C. Year One Measurable Evaluation Criteria: annual report, dollars spent, time spent D. Year Two Implementation Goal: The District will continue to retain the services of a storm

water consultant who will be responsible implementing BMPs and preparing the annual report. E. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: annual report, dollars spent, time spent F. Year Three Implementation Goal: The District will continue to retain the services of a storm

water consultant who will be responsible for implementing BMPs and preparing the annual report.

G. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: annual report, dollars spent, time spent. H. Year Four Implementation Goal: The District will continue to retain the services of a storm


I. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: annual report, dollars spent, time spent. J. Year Five Implementation Goal: The District will continue to retain the services of a storm


K. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: annual report, dollars spent, time spent. L. End of Permit Term Goal: The SWMP will be managed by a professional consultant to comply

with TXR040000.

II. Training Sessions for District Consultants A training program will be developed for all employees responsible for municipal operations subject to the pollution prevention/good housekeeping program. Training sessions will be used to educate all interested parties on the requirements of TXR04000 as well as the goals of the Districts’ SWMP.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Public Education and Outreach on Storm Water Impacts – Training sessions held during

District meetings are open to the public. This BMP will target public service employees, but will be informative for residents, visitors, businesses, commercial and industrial facilities, and construction site personnel. Scheduled training sessions will be listed in the Districts’ monthly meeting agenda which will be posted for public viewing in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

2. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – Elimination of illicit discharge will be a focus of the training.

3. Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control – Construction sites will be a focus of the training.

4. Post-Construction Storm Water Management – Post-construction controls will be a focus of the training.

5. Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations – Municipal Operations will be a focus of the training.

6. Authorization for Municipal Construction Activities – Municipal Construction Activities will be a focus of the training.

B. Year One Implementation Goal: District consultants will be educated on the goals of the SWMP and the requirements of TXR040000.

C. Year One Measurable Evaluation Criteria: number of sessions, number of attendees, dollars spent, time spent, training material

D. Year Two Implementation Goal: The District will hold a minimum of two training sessions for the District consultants. The training sessions will cover SWMP goals, TXR040000 requirements, and/or Best Management Practices.


E. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: number of sessions, number of attendees, dollars spent, time spent, training material

F. Year Three Implementation Goal: The District will hold a minimum of two training sessions for the district consultants. The training sessions will cover SWMP goals, TXR040000 requirements, and/or Best Management Practices. The Storm Water Consultant will create a Board Member’s Guide to the Phase II Permit.

G. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: number of sessions, number of attendees, dollars spent, time spent, training material.

H. Year Four Implementation Goal: The District will hold a minimum of two training sessions for the district consultants. The training sessions will cover SWMP goals, TXR040000 requirements, and/or Best Management Practices. The Storm Water Consultant will make the Board Member’s Guide to the Phase II Permit available to Board Members and consultants.

I. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: number of sessions, number of attendees, dollars spent, time spent, training material.

J. Year Five Implementation Goal: The District will hold a minimum of two training sessions for the district consultants. The training sessions will cover SWMP goals, TXR040000 requirements, and/or Best Management Practices.

K. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: number of sessions, number of attendees, dollars spent, time spent, training material.

L. End of Permit Term Goal: All interested parties will be educated on the goals of the SWMP and the requirements of TXR040000.

III. Storm Water Ordinance To the extent allowable under state and local law, an ordinance or other regulatory mechanism will be utilized to prohibit and eliminate illicit discharges. In conjunction with these regulatory mechanisms, appropriate actions and enforcement procedures for removing the source of an illicit discharge will be developed. The Regulatory Inspection program will include the development and implementation of an ordinance or other regulatory mechanism to require erosion and sediment controls, as well as sanctions to ensure compliance, to the extent allowable under State and local law.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – The ordinance will disallow illicit discharge. 2. Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control – The ordinance will require compliance

for construction sites. 3. Post-Construction Storm Water Management – The ordinance will require controls for

post-construction storm water management. 4. Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations – The ordinance will

allow the Districts to enforce the requirements of the SWMP. 5. Authorization for Municipal Construction Activities – The ordinance will require

compliance for municipal construction activities. B. Year One Implementation Goal: Introduce need to comply with TXR040000 to Districts’ Boards

of Directors, examine existing ordinance, research potential ordinance C. Year One Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent D. Year Two Implementation Goal: Language for a potential ordinance or other similar regulatory

mechanism will be drafted. E. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, Storm Water Ordinance F. Year Three Implementation Goal: Adopt regulatory mechanism. G. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, Storm Water Ordinance H. Year Four Implementation Goal: Evaluate effectiveness and enforceability of the adopted

regulatory mechanism. I. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, Storm Water Ordinance


J. Year Five Implementation Goal: Evaluate effectiveness and enforceability of the adopted regulatory mechanism.

K. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, Storm Water Ordinance L. End of Permit Term Goal: Local ordinance will mandate compliance with the storm water

manual, prevent illicit discharge, and allow the District to enforce the SWMP. IV. Conveyance Map A comprehensive map of the conveyance system, including the locations of outfalls and the names and locations of waters of the U.S. receiving discharges, will be developed to aide in the detection and elimination of sources of illicit discharges. The source of any information used to develop the map will be retained in the annual report. The conveyance map will be developed to include the location of all outfalls and the names and locations of all receiving bodies of water.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – The conveyance map will be used for IDDE

inspections. 2. Post-Construction Storm Water Management – The map will locate and identify post-

construction controls for maintenance. B. Year One Implementation Goal: Begin development of a comprehensive conveyance map. C. Year One Measurable Evaluation Criteria: percent completion, dollars spent, time spent D. Year Two Implementation Goal: The conveyance map will be updated, as necessary, to be

used for illicit discharge detection and elimination practices. E. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: percent completion, dollars spent, time spent F. Year Three Implementation Goal: The conveyance map will be updated, as necessary, to be

used for illicit discharge detection and elimination practices. G. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: percent completion, dollars spent, time spent H. Year Four Implementation Goal: The conveyance map will be updated, as necessary, to be

used for illicit discharge detection and elimination practices. I. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: percent completion, dollars spent, time spent J. Year Five Implementation Goal: The conveyance map will be updated, as necessary, to be

used for illicit discharge detection and elimination practices. K. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: percent completion, dollars spent, time spent L. End of Permit Term Goal: A map of the District will show all storm water conveyances and all

inlet/outfall locations. V. Storm Water Website The storm water website CleanBayous.org will be the central location of SWMP information. Public documents will be available for download. Public participation opportunities will be announced on the website. The website will specifically target required groups including residents, visitors, public service employees, businesses, commercial and industrial facilities, and construction site personnel.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Public Education and Outreach on Storm Water Impacts – The website will showcase

educational material for residents, visitors, public service employees, businesses, commercial and industrial facilities, and construction site personnel.

2. Public Involvement/Participation – The website will be open to the public. 3. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – The website will receive complaints

regarding illicit discharges. 4. Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control – The website will contain material

regarding construction site runoff.


5. Post-Construction Storm Water Management – The website will contain material regarding post-construction storm water management.

6. Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations – The website will contain pollution prevention materials regarding municipal operations.

7. Authorization for Municipal Construction Activities – The website will contain material regarding municipal construction activities.

B. Year One Implementation Goal: Research existing websites, begin site development, discuss practicality of adding the web address on all mailings, public signs, etc.

C. Year One Measurable Evaluation Criteria: website statistics, dollars spent, time spent, percent completion

D. Year Two Implementation Goal: Launch the website CleanBayous.Org. Make public education material available to visitors on the website.

E. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: website statistics, dollars spent, time spent, percent completion

F. Year Three Implementation Goal: Update website with public education material. Launch the illicit discharge complaint module. Continue to track visits.

G. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: website statistics, dollars spent, time spent, percent completion

H. Year Four Implementation Goal: Continue to update the website. Continue to monitor and respond to the illicit discharge complaint module. Continue to track visits.

I. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: website statistics, dollars spent, time spent J. Year Five Implementation Goal: Continue to update the website. Continue to monitor and

respond to the illicit discharge complaint module. Continue to track visits. K. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: website statistics, dollars spent, time spent L. End of Permit Term Goal: A website will be developed to showcase educational and training

materials, receive and track complaints, announce public participation events, track traffic, and post the NOI/SWMP for public viewing.

VI. Pollution Prevention Signs Pollution Prevention Signs will be located throughout the Districts to discourage the public from discharging illicit materials into the MS4. Signs will be visible by the public including residents, visitors, public service employees, businesses, commercial and industrial facilities, and construction site personnel.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Public Education and Outreach on Storm Water Impacts – The signs will educate

residents, visitors, public service employees, businesses, commercial and industrial facilities, and construction site personnel on impacts storm water can have on the water quality of local waterways.

2. Public Involvement/Participation – The signs will encourage the public to visit CleanBayous.Org for additional information.

3. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – The signs will promote stewardship and direct the public to the website to report illicit discharge.

4. Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control – The signs will direct construction site personnel to the website to control construction site runoff and create an avenue for the receipt and consideration of public input and comment.

5. Post-Construction Storm Water Management – The signs will direct the public to the website to control post-construction runoff.

6. Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations – The signs will direct municipal workers to the website to promote good housekeeping.


7. Authorization for Municipal Construction Activities – The signs will direct District construction site personnel to the website to control construction site runoff.

B. Year One Implementation Goal: Research possible sign locations, begin sign development C. Year One Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, number of signs posted,

percent completion, list of possible sign locations D. Year Two Implementation Goal: Approve the design for pollution prevention signs. Receive at

least one estimate for manufacture and installation costs. E. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, number of signs posted,

percent completion F. Year Three Implementation Goal: Manufacture pollution prevention signs and install where

necessary. G. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, number of signs posted,

percent completion H. Year Four Implementation Goal: Continue with installation of pollution prevention signs. I. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, number of signs posted H. Year Five Implementation Goal: Maintain Pollution Prevention signs, as necessary. J. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent. K. End of Permit Term Goal: Signs will be placed within the District for the public to take notice of

the SWMP, the local waterways, and participation opportunities. VII. District Operation Signs District Operation Signs will be placed at appropriate District Operations to educate workers about select goals of the SWMP.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Public Education and Outreach on Storm Water Impacts – The signs will describe

impacts storm water can have on the water quality of local waterways. The signs will target public service employees, but will be informative for residents, visitors, businesses, commercial and industrial facilities, and construction site personnel

2. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – The signs will direct the viewer to the website to report illicit discharge.

3. Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations – The signs will educate municipal workers on good housekeeping activities.

B. Year One Implementation Goal: Research possible sign locations, begin sign development C. Year One Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, percent completion D. Year Two Implementation Goal: Approve the design for District Operation signs. Receive at

least one estimate for manufacture and installation costs. E. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, number of signs posted,

percent completion F. Year Three Implementation Goal: Manufacture District Operation signs and install where

necessary. G. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, number of signs posted,

percent completion H. Year Four Implementation Goal: Continue with installation of District Operation signs. I. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, number of signs posted J. Year Five Implementation Goal: Maintain Pollution Prevention signs, as necessary. K. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent. L. End of Permit Term Goal: Informative postings will be placed at all appropriate District

operations to educate workers about select goals of the SWMP.


VIII. Educational Material A public education program will be used to inform the public about the impacts that pollution in storm water run-off can have on water quality, hazards associated with illegal discharges and improper disposal of waste, and ways to minimize the impact on storm water quality. Educational material will address lawn maintenance, household hazardous waste, commercial storm water impacts, and other sources of illicit discharge. Material will be regularly distributed to registered customers within the Districts and will be posted on CleanBayous.org for public viewing.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Public Education and Outreach on Storm Water Impacts – The material will target

residents, businesses, and commercial and industrial facilities, but will be informative for public service employees, visitors, and construction site personnel.

2. Public Involvement/Participation – The material may list upcoming public involvement opportunities.

3. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – The material will direct the public to the website to report illicit discharge.

B. Year One Implementation Goal: Research/develop standard literature that can be inserted into water bills or other mailings to District customers.

C. Year One Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, amount of material distributed

D. Year Two Implementation Goal: Approve the design for the education material to be distributed and post the material on CleanBayous.Org for public viewing. Perform at least one mailing to District customers.

E. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, amount of material distributed

F. Year Three Implementation Goal: Approve the design for the education material to be distributed and post the material on CleanBayous.Org for public viewing. Perform at least one District-wide public education event.

G. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, amount of material distributed

H. Year Four Implementation Goal: Approve the design for the education material to be distributed and post the material on CleanBayous.Org for public viewing. Perform at least one District-wide public education event.

I. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, amount of material distributed

J. Year Five Implementation Goal: Approve the design for the education material to be distributed and post the material on CleanBayous.Org for public viewing. Perform at least one District-wide public education event.

K. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, amount of material distributed

L. End of Permit Term Goal: All registered customers within the District will receive educational material at least annually.

IX. Storm Drain Inlet Markers Storm Drain Inlet Markers will be installed where appropriate and will communicate the dangers of illicit discharge to the storm sewer systems. The markers will be easily viewable by the public including residents and visitors.


A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Public Education and Outreach on Storm Water Impacts – The inlet markers will inform

the public about impacts to local waterways. The inlet markers will target residents, visitors, public service employees, businesses, commercial and industrial facilities, and construction site personnel.

2. Public Involvement/ Participation – The inlet markers will be viewable by the public. 3. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – The inlet markers will direct the public to the

website to report illicit discharge. B. Year One Implementation Goal: Research possible marker locations, begin marker

development C. Year One Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, number of markers

placed, percent completion, list of possible marker locations D. Year Two Implementation Goal: Approve the design of the Storm Drain Inlet Markers. Receive

at least one estimate for manufacture and installation costs. E. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, number of markers

placed, percent completion F. Year Three Implementation Goal: Manufacture the Storm Drain Inlet Markers and begin the

process of installation. G. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, number of markers

placed, percent completion H. Year Four Implementation Goal: Continue installation process. Maintain inlet markers, as

necessary. I. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, number of markers placed J. Year Five Implementation Goal: Maintain inlet markers, as necessary. K. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent. L. End of Permit Term Goal: Every appropriate inlet will be marked in a way to discourage illicit

discharges and inform the public about impacts to local waterways. X. Community Involvement Community Involvement will be developed to include opportunities for a wide variety of constituents within the Districts to participate in the SWMP development and implementation. Community Involvement will allow the public an opportunity for feedback concerning the SWMP during open District board meetings.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Public Involvement/Participation – Community Involvement will allow feedback during

open District meetings. 2. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – Community Involvement will promote the

use of the website to report illicit discharge. B. Year One Implementation Goal: Include an agenda item for public discussion of storm water

related issues. C. Year One Measurable Evaluation Criteria: meeting minutes D. Year Two Implementation Goal: Include space in the regular meeting agenda for input from the

public and/or discussion of storm water related issues. E. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: excerpts from the meeting minutes F. Year Three Implementation Goal: Include space in the regular meeting agenda for input from

the public and/or discussion of storm water related issues. Begin research of existing community involvement programs among similar Phase II entities for budget, effectiveness, and program feasibility.


G. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: excerpts from the meeting minutes H. Year Four Implementation Goal: Include space in the regular meeting agenda for input from

the public and/or discussion of storm water related issues. Continue research of existing community involvement programs among similar Phase II entities for budget, effectiveness, and program feasibility.

I. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: excerpts from the meeting minutes J. Year Five Implementation Goal: Include space in the regular meeting agenda for input from the

public and/or discussion of storm water related issues. Continue research of existing community involvement programs among similar Phase II entities for budget, effectiveness, and program feasibility.

K. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: excerpts from the meeting minutes L. End of Permit Term Goal: The SWMP will involve the local community where possible.

XI. Storm Water Manual To the extent allowable under State and local law, the Districts will develop, implement, and enforce a program to address storm water runoff from new development and redevelopment projects that disturb greater than or equal to one acre of land, including projects less than one acre that are part of a larger common plan of development or sale that will result in disturbance of one or more acres. The Districts, to the extent allowable under State and local law, will develop, implement, and enforce a program to reduce pollutants in any storm water runoff from construction activities that result in a land disturbance of greater than or equal to one acre including projects less than one acre that are part of a larger common plan of development or sale that will result in disturbance of one or more acres. Any maintenance of structural/non-structural controls will be performed at a frequency determined by the Districts to ensure adequate long-term operation and to maintain the continued effectiveness of appropriate BMPs for the community. The Storm Water Manual will be a public document containing descriptions of BMPs, programs, procedures, policies, ordinances, forms, schedules, templates, and other material and requirements necessary for compliance with the requirements of the permit and the SWMP.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Public Education and Outreach on Storm Water Impacts – The Storm Water Manual will

include procedures for educating residents, visitors, public service employees, businesses, commercial and industrial facilities, and construction site personnel on local storm water impacts.

2. Public Involvement/Participation – The Storm Water Manual will include procedures on public events and activities.

3. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – The Storm Water Manual will outline IDDE procedures and activities.

4. Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control – The Storm Water Manual will address construction site requirements.

5. Post-Construction Storm Water Management – The Storm Water Manual will address post-construction controls and BMPs.

6. Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations – The Storm Water Manual will address good housekeeping procedures.

7. Authorization for Municipal Construction Activities – The Storm Water Manual will address requirements for Municipal Construction Activities.

B. Year One Implementation Goal: None. C. Year Two Implementation Goal: Research existing storm water manuals, begin development. D. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, percent completion


E. Year Three Implementation Goal: Finalize the Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination chapter of the Storm Water Manual. Begin development of the Public Education, Public Involvement, and Pollution Prevention for Municipal Operations chapters.

F. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, percent completion G. Year Four Implementation Goal: Finalize the Public Education and Public Involvement

Chapters. Continue development of the Pollution Prevention for Municipal Operations chapters. Begin Development of the Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control and the Post-Construction Storm Water Quality chapters.

H. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent I. Year Five Implementation Goal: Finalize the Pollution Prevention for Municipal Operations,

Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control and the Post-Construction Storm Water Quality chapters.

J. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent K. End of Permit Term Goal: A storm water manual will guide all residents, professional parties,

and commercial operations in the District to comply with the requirements of the SWMP. XII. Regulatory Inspections Regulatory Inspections will educate the public about local storm water regulations and enforce compliance with the requirements of the permit and the SWMP. Regulatory Inspections will require construction site operators to implement erosion and sediment control practices as well as manage construction site waste. Procedures will be developed for site inspection, enforcement of ordinance, consideration of public input, and site plan review to consider water quality impacts. Regulatory Inspections will ensure that controls are in place to address post-construction runoff.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Public Education and Outreach on Storm Water Impacts – The inspections will educate

residents, public service employees, businesses, commercial and industrial facilities, and construction site personnel through direct feedback.

2. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – The inspections will detect illicit discharge. 3. Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control – The inspections will review compliance

at construction sites within District boundaries. 4. Post-Construction Storm Water Management – The inspections will review compliance

at post-construction drainage facilities. 5. Authorization for Municipal Construction Activities – The Districts will maintain oversight

over contractor activities to ensure that the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan requirements are properly implemented at construction sites.

B. Year One Implementation Goal: None. C. Year Two Implementation Goal: Begin development of forms and guidelines. D. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, percent completion E. Year Three Implementation Goal: Evaluate content, effectiveness, and practicality of existing

regulatory inspection form. Make changes where necessary. F. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, percent completion G. Year Four Implementation Goal: Continue to evaluate the Regulatory Inspection form. Make

changes where necessary. H. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent I. Year Five Implementation Goal: Continue to evaluate the Regulatory Inspection form. Make

changes where necessary. J. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent K. End of Permit Term Goal: Regulatory inspections will be performed to inform the public about

storm water regulation and enforce compliance with the requirements of the SWMP.


XIII. Construction Pollution Prevention Plan Template Standard pollution prevention plan language will be developed for construction sites within the Districts. A Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan template for construction activities will be made available for construction site operators. The template will standardize local requirements and will aid inspections and investigations.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control – The pollution prevention plan template

will standardize construction site management. 2. Authorization for Municipal Construction Activities – The pollution prevention plan

template will standardize municipal construction site management. B. Year One Implementation Goal: None. C. Year Two Implementation Goal: Begin development of template, review guidelines for approval

of non-template pollution prevention plan. D. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, percent completion E. Year Three Implementation Goal: District engineer will review and revise the storm water

pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) template, if necessary. Finalize SWPPP template for use on construction activities within District boundaries.

F. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, percent completion G. Year Four Implementation Goal: The SWPPP template will be made available to all contractors

who want to use it. It will also be publicly available on cleanbayous.org. H. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent I. Year Five Implementation Goal: The SWPPP template will be made available to all contractors

who want to use it. It will also be publicly available on cleanbayous.org. J. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent K. End of Permit Term Goal: A District-approved pollution prevention plan template or other

equivalent will be required for all construction sites within the District. XIV. Compliance Inspections An operation and maintenance program will be established to prevent or reduce pollutant runoff from municipal operations and municipally owned areas. Procedures for the proper disposal of waste removed from the Districts and waste that is collected as a result of maintenance of storm water structural controls will be developed. A list of maintenance activities, maintenance schedules, and long-term inspection procedures for controls used to reduce floatables and other pollutants will be developed. Housekeeping measures and BMPs that will reduce pollutants will be developed. Regular compliance inspections will be a self-check for compliance and will aid SWMP implementation across all District operations.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – The inspections will detect illicit discharge. 2. Post-Construction Storm Water Management – The inspections will check District post-

construction controls, if any. 3. Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations – The inspections

will check Municipal Operations. 4. Authorization for Municipal Construction Activities – The inspections will check

municipal construction sites. B. Year One Implementation Goal: None. C. Year Two Implementation Goal: Begin development of forms and guidelines. D. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, percent completion


E. Year Three Implementation Goal: Evaluate content, effectiveness, and practicality of existing compliance inspection form. Make changes where necessary.

F. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, percent completion G. Year Four Implementation Goal: Continue to evaluate the Compliance Inspection form. Make

changes where necessary. H. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent I. Year Five Implementation Goal: Continue to evaluate the Compliance Inspection form. Make

changes where necessary. J. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent K. End of Permit Term Goal: All District operations will have regular compliance inspections in

accordance with the requirements of the SWMP. XV. Regular Maintenance of District Construction Sites The Districts will maintain oversight over contractor activities to ensure that pollution prevention plan requirements are properly implemented for District construction activities. Contractors will be required to obtain separate authorization for storm water discharges if needed. Construction activities will be conducted so as to take into consideration local conditions of weather, soils, and other site-specific considerations. Regular maintenance for all District construction activities will be required, in accordance with the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control – Required Regular Maintenance will

improve municipal construction site BMP performance. 2. Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations – Required Regular

Maintenance will improve municipal construction site BMP performance. 3. Authorization for Municipal Construction Activities – Required Regular Maintenance will

improve municipal construction site BMP performance. B. Year One Implementation Goal: None. C. Year Two Implementation Goal: Begin maintenance of new construction sites for District

operations by qualified personnel. D. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent E. Year Three Implementation Goal: Evaluate content, effectiveness, and practicality of existing

compliance inspection form. Make changes where necessary. F. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent G. Year Four Implementation Goal: Continue to evaluate the compliance inspection form. Make

changes where necessary. Begin Development of the Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control chapter of the Storm Water Manual

H. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent I. Year Five Implementation Goal: Continue to evaluate the compliance inspection form. Make

changes where necessary. Finalize the Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control chapter of the Storm Water Manual.

J. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent K. End of Permit Term Goal: All District construction sites will be maintained in accordance with

the requirements of the SWMP. XVI. Regular Maintenance of Drainage Ways and Appurtenances Any maintenance of structural/non-structural controls will be performed at a frequency determined by the Districts to ensure adequate long-term operation and to maintain the continued effectiveness of appropriate BMPs for the community. Regular maintenance for all drainage ways and appurtenances within the District will be required, in accordance to the Districts’ Storm Water Manual.


A. MCMs Satisfied:

1. Post-Construction Storm Water Management – Required Regular Maintenance will improve the performance of drainage ways and appurtenances and will remove pollutants from the system.

2. Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations – Required Regular Maintenance will improve the performance of District drainage ways and will remove pollutants from the system.

B. Year One Implementation Goal: None. C. Year Two Implementation Goal: Begin maintenance of District drainage ways and

appurtenances by qualified personnel. D. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent E. Year Three Implementation Goal: Continue maintenance of District drainage ways and

appurtenances by qualified personnel. F. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent G. Year Four Implementation Goal: Continue maintenance of District drainage ways and

appurtenances by qualified personnel. H. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent I. Year Five Implementation Goal: Continue maintenance of District drainage ways and

appurtenances by qualified personnel. J. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent K. End of Permit Term Goal: All District drainage ways will be maintained in accordance with the

requirements of the SWMP. XVII. Construction Site Signs Construction Site Signs will inform on-site personnel about TPDES requirements and goals of the SWMP.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Public Education and Outreach on Storm Water Impacts – The signs will describe the

impacts storm water can have on the water quality of local waterways. The signs will target construction site personnel, but will be informative for residents, visitors, public service employees, businesses, and commercial and industrial facilities.

2. Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control – The signs will direct construction site personnel to the website to report illicit discharge.

3. Authorization for Municipal Construction Activities – The signs will educate construction workers on municipal construction sites on good housekeeping activities.

B. Year One Implementation Goal: None. C. Year Two Implementation Goal: Begin development of signs. D. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, percent completion E. Year Three Implementation Goal: Finalize construction site sign template design for District

construction sites. F. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent, percent completion G. Year Four Implementation Goal: Manufacture and display construction site sign at any District

construction site deemed necessary. H. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent I. Year Five Implementation Goal: Manufacture and display construction site sign at any District

construction site deemed necessary. J. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent K. End of Permit Term Goal: All TPDES regulated construction sites within the District will have

signs onsite to inform on-site personnel.


XVIII. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination A program will be established to detect and eliminate illicit discharges within the Districts. A description of detection and elimination techniques and procedures will be created. Appropriate actions and enforcement procedures for removing the source of an illicit discharge will be developed. The techniques used for detecting illicit discharges, the appropriate actions, and potential enforcement procedures will be developed and implemented.

A. MCMs Satisfied: 1. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination – The Illicit Discharge program will detect and

eliminate sources of pollutants. 2. Post-Construction Storm Water Management – Post-construction BMPs may be

designed to aid detection and elimination techniques. 3. Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations – The Illicit

Discharge program will improve the performance of the conveyance system and will remove pollutants from the system.

B. Year One Implementation Goal: None. C. Year Two Implementation Goal: Research detection procedures. D. Year Two Measurable Evaluation Criteria: dollars spent, time spent E. Year Three Implementation Goal: Finalize Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination chapter of

the Storm Water Manual. Begin responding to resident reports of illegal dumping and/or illicit discharge as generated by the website’s complaint module.

F. Year Three Measurable Evaluation Criteria: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination chapter , dollars spent, time spent

G. Year Four Implementation Goal: Continue responding to resident reports of illegal dumping and/or illicit discharges as generated by the website’s complaint module.

H. Year Four Measurable Evaluation Criteria: Dollars spent, time spent I. Year Five Implementation Goal: Continue responding to resident reports of illegal dumping

and/or illicit discharges as generated by the website’s complaint module. J. Year Five Measurable Evaluation Criteria: Dollars spent, time spent K. End of Permit Term Goal: Storm water runoff will be regularly scrutinized for illicit discharges

during dry weather flows. The source will be detected methodically through inspection and testing; enforcement actions will be taken against point-source illicit discharges in accordance with the requirements of the SWMP.


List of BMPs for each MCM:

MCM 1: I.A.1 II.A.1 V.A.1 VI.A.1 VII.A.1 VIII.A.1 IX.A.1 XI.A.1 XII.A.1 XVII.A.1 MCM 2: I.A.2 V.A.2 VI.A.2 VII.A.2 VIII.A.2 IX.A.2 X.A.2 XI.A.2 MCM 3: I.A.3 II.A.3 III.A.1 IV.A.1 V.A.3 VII.A.3 VII.A.2 IX.A.3 X.A.2 XII.A.3 XIV.A.1 XVIII.A.1 MCM 4: I.A.4 II.A.4 III.A.2 IV.A.4 V.A.4 XI.A.2 XII.A.2 XIII.A.1 XV.A.1 XVII.A.2 MCM 5: I.A.5 II.A.5 III.A.5 IV.A.2 V.A.5 VI.A.5 XI.A.5 XII.A.4 XIV.A.2 VXI.A.1 XVIII.A.2 MCM 6: I.A.6 II.A.5 III.A.4 IV.A.5 V.A.6 VI.A.6 VII.A.3 XI.A.6 XIV.A.3 XV.A.2 XVI.A.2 XVIII.A.3 MCM 7: I.A.7 XII.A XIII.A.2 XVII.A.3

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