News Archive
Be Aware: Jugging
As residents begin holiday shopping, the District wants residents to be aware of jugging.
November 4th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
What Is the NFBWA Fee?
The Board of Directors for Grand Lakes MUD 1 wants to provide some guidance on where to find the information regarding the North Fort Bend Water Authority (“NFBWA”) fee, as well as the organization levying it on your monthly bills.
October 7th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Back To School Road Safety Tips
As students prepare to head back to school, the Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 (Grand Lakes 1) Board of Directors is asking drivers to be cautious in school zones and neighborhoods, as well as around school buses to help keep students safe.
August 27th Special Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
August 5th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Best Trash - Update
Routes are running as scheduled with collection of household waste and grass clippings only.
Grand Lakes 1 Trash Update – Beryl
Due to the impending storm and out of an abundance of caution for our employees' safety, we regret that we are not able to run the routes on Monday, July 8.
MUDs Grow Texas
MUDs, or Municipal Utility Districts, are political subdivisions of the State of Texas, overseen by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
July 1st Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Smart Meters and EyeOnWater
The Board of Directors for Grand Lakes 1 would like to inform and remind residents of the key benefits of Smart Water Meters and EyeOnWater.
Request a Summer Vacation Residence Watch
As a resident of Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District 1 (Grand Lakes MUD 1), you have access to free vacation watches by Fort Bend Constable Precinct 1.
June 3rd Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
2024 Hurricane Preparedness
Hurricane Season officially begins June 1 and last through November 30. Unfortunately, this close to the Gulf of Mexico, it only takes one storm to change your life and community.
Water Conservation Tips
Water Conservation does not require you to dramatically change your lifestyle overnight, but it does require each of us to become more aware of how and why we are using our water.
May 6th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
From Yards to Streams: Preventing Stormwater Contamination
April 1st Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
“Flushable Wipes” Are Not Flushable!
Disposable items labeled as “flushable” such as “flushable wipes”, wet wipes, sanitary napkins, and/or paper towels cannot be flushed down the toilet safely.
Storm Drains Are Not Trash Cans!
Have you ever wondered where the storm drains lead? Or where the detergent goes that runs down the driveway after you wash your car?
March 4th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
February 5th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Winter Weather Update
Update: January 14, 7:00 pm - Winter Weather Advisory: The National Weather Service (NWS) has put southeast Texas in a winter weather advisory from 6 PM tonight through 6 PM Monday;
How are My Taxes Calculated?
Grand Lakes MUD 1 wants to explain how property taxes are calculated in Texas. Your property's value is assessed each January and used to calculate your tax bill. Once the values are set the MUD set their tax rates.
Winterizing Your Home
How do you winterize your home? Protecting your home can be as easy as remembering the Five P’s for the winter.
January 4th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Be Aware: Jugging
Jugging is a term used to describe a form of scam or fraud in which individuals are targeted and robbed after leaving a bank or ATM.
December 4th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Vacation Watch
Residents of Grand Lakes 1 that plan on traveling for the holidays can request a vacation watch on their home.
Beware of "F.O.G." Fat, Oil and Grease
Many Grand Lakes residents have been cooking at home far more than they had previously, and this comes with a certain amount of cooking waste.
November 6th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
October 2nd Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Stage 1 Drought Contingency Notice
GRAND LAKES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT No. 1 IS CURRENTLY OPERATING UNDER STAGE 1 DROUGHT RESPONSE MEASURES
August 28th Special Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
August 7th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
June 26th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
June 5th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Protect the Pipes, Don't Flush the Wipes!
Special District officials are concerned about the increase in unplanned wastewater facility repairs and the associated sharp rise in overall sewer costs. If you are a resident within a MUD, please do your part to minimize expenses and preserve the efficiency and integrity of your MUD’s sewer system. Remember: Protect the pipes, don’t flush the wipes!
Never Forget to Pick Up Your Pet Waste!
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May 1st Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
April 3rd Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
March 6th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
February 6th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
January 5th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
December 5th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Water Service Update
There is no boil water notice in effect for Grand Lakes MUD 1 residents or businesses.
Preparing Lawn and Garden for Winter
Winter”? Not by national comparison, but intermittent cold weather in this area can cause damage to homes, lawns, and pools.
Grand Lakes MUD 1 Tax Rate
The Grand Lakes MUD 1 Directors have adopted the 2022 combined tax rate.
November 7th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
October 3rd Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
August 29th Special Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Resident Notice - City of Katy Water System
Dear residents, it has come to our attention the City of Katy has elevated to and implemented Stage 2 of their Drought Contingency Plan, making it mandatory to restrict water usage. This notification applies only to residents and businesses who receive water from the City of Katy infrastructure.
August 1st Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Grand Lakes MUD 1 - Water Conservation Notice
GRAND LAKES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT No. 1 IS CURRENTLY OPERATING UNDER STAGE 1 DROUGHT RESPONSE MEASURES
NFBWA triggers Stage 1 and asks participants to CONSIDER same
Dear Grand Lakes MUD 1 residents, The North Fort Bend Water Authority (NFBWA) has triggered Stage 1 of their Drought Contingency Plan (DCP) and is asking participants and users to reduce usage (via surface water feed) and CONSIDER implementing Stage 1 as well.
June 29th Special Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
June 6th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Doo the Right Thing!
For more information, visit www.cleanbayous.org
May 2nd Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
April 4th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
March 7th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
February 7th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Freeze Warning
During Winter Storm Uri, one of the more vulnerable spots for leaks and bursts were the irrigation systems on residential homes. Below are some basic tips as well as pictures and instructions for irrigation backflow preventors; additionally, residents are always encouraged to consult with a irrigation specialist or plumber.
2022 New Year’s Weekend: Possible Freezing Temperatures
A freeze warning has been issued for parts of the Greater Houston area for Saturday evening, January 1, 2022, through Sunday night, January 2, 2022.
Winterizing Your Home
Does the Gulf Coast have an official “Winter”? Not by national comparison, but intermittent cold weather in this area can cause damage to homes, lawns, and pools. It is common to bundle up when it gets cold out there.
Grand Lakes MUD 1 Winter Preparedness
It’s that time of year! The Gulf Coast is now several months past Winter Storm Uri, which occurred in February 2021.
December 6th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Grand Lakes MUD 1 Resident Update: No Trash Pickup on Thanksgiving
As a reminder to District residents, there will be no waste collection on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday November 25, 2021. Garbage collection will resume on the next scheduled collection day, Monday, November 29, 2021.
November 1st Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
October 4th Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
Grand Lakes MUD 1: Resident Update
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 (GLMUD 1) Board of Directors would like to advise residents the District is nearing the completion of the water reclamation project (purple pipes).
September 13 Special Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
New Website is Live!
We are happy to announce our new website is now live! Please take a few minutes to look around and be sure to spot the following pages.
August 2nd Board Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.
July 12th Special Meeting Notice
The Grand Lakes Municipal Utility District No. 1 Board of Directors will be having a meeting to discuss district business.