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Every time you flush, you’re making a choice that impacts your home, your community, and the environment. With today being National Toilet Paper Day (August 26th), it’s crucial to remember that only toilet paper should go down the drain. Flushing anything else, like wipes, can lead to costly plumbing problems, environmental damage, and higher utility bills. 

Toilet paper is the only paper product engineered to be compatible with the sewer system. Wipes, including those marked as “flushable”, cause significant issues to plumbing and infrastructure. 

A 2019 study examined over 100 different kinds of “flushable” wipes, and found that none of these products broke down enough to safely pass through home plumbing and public sewers, without risking clogs or damage. 

The National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) conservatively estimates that wipes cause about $25 million dollars in damage and maintenance costs each year in Texas alone. These costs can be passed along to the consumer in the form of higher water bills.

In honor of National Toilet Paper Day, do yourself and your plumbing a favor by only flushing toilet paper. Together, we can reduce costs, prevent clogs, and keep our water systems flowing smoothly.

The Board of Harris County MUD 217 will hold a regular meeting.

When: Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 7:00 P.M.

Where:  HCMUD 217 Administration Building, 12248 T.C. Jester Blvd, Houston, Texas 77067

The Board will conduct an in-person meeting at its physical meeting location. As an accommodation, the Board is making available a telephone and/or video option for members of the public to listen to the meeting and to address the Board.

To Participate by Telephone:
+1 573-539-0055
PIN: ‪‪756 759 187‬#

To Participate by Videoconference:
meet.google.com/bwr-hbtj-pjs

Meetings are open to the public. Residents are welcome to participate and hear updates about the District.

The Meeting Agenda can be found by clicking the link below.

August is National Water Quality Month, making it a perfect time to review your district’s most recent Water Quality Report (also known as Consumer Confidence Report / CCR), which can be found here and on the Public Documents page. This is also an ideal time to revisit your household water practices and how they can be affecting your water quality. 

Imagine life without easy access to clean water: no pools, clean lakes, or rivers for recreation, no long showers, no drinking water from the tap, and no running water at home. Our lives would be completely different, and not for the better.

National Water Quality Month reminds us of the importance of water sources for humans and ecosystems and highlights how human practices can harm these vital resources.

What causes poor water quality?

• Dumping toxic chemicals
• Agricultural runoff
• Leakage of untreated waste 
• Products and chemicals used at home
  • Bleach
  • Ammonia 
  • Pesticides / Fertilizers
  • Automotive fluids

While your Municipal district closely monitors its water infrastructure to ensure that residents are receiving high quality water, there are also quite a few things you can do at home to maintain your water quality.

What can your household do to improve and maintain your water quality?

• Opt for eco-friendly cleaning products, that do not contain any of the harmful chemicals listed above
• Follow proper disposal practices 
• Reduce fertilization 
• Attend public hearings on water quality standards
• After a big storm, clean the debris from your storm drains and curbs to prevent it from entering our waterways
• Participate in programs that monitor local rivers, lakes, and other water sources. 
• Dispose of medications properly (not down the sink or toilet)

Learn more here

Due to the extremely heavy trash volume and ongoing delays at the landfills due to Hurricane Beryl, Texas Pride Disposal has been unable to complete collection today, July 22nd.

Their trucks remain in the District and will be back tomorrow, July 23rd, as needed to complete the routes.

Please leave your trash at the curb until it is collected.

Regular trash service will continue on Thursday, July 25th.

Debido al volumen extremadamente grande de basura y los continuos retrasos en los vertederos debido al huracán Beryl, Texas Pride Disposal no ha podido completar la recolección hoy, 22 de julio.

Los camiones permanecen en el Distrito y regresarán mañana, 23 de julio, según sea necesario para completar las rutas.

Deje su basura en la acera hasta que la recojan.

El servicio regular de basura continuará el jueves 25 de julio.

Beryl Expected to Make Landfall Within 24 Hours

The Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management (HCOHSEM) continues monitoring Beryl. The National Hurricane Center anticipates Beryl will make landfall as a hurricane near Matagorda Bay early Monday morning.

The National Weather Service currently has Harris County under a Tropical Storm Warning which would bring sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph in the next 36 hours. There is also a Flood Watch in effect for Harris County through Tuesday morning. The National Weather Service forecast rainfall amounts of 5 to 10 inches with localized higher amounts expected beginning late today, July 7th.

Avoid traveling during severe weather!

• Rain can reduce visibility. If you go out, use caution, turn on headlights, and reduce your speed to avoid hydroplaning.
• Do not drive through flooded areas. Remember: Turn Around, Don’t Drown
• If you see water covering the road, do not attempt to cross it. Only a few inches of water can float a vehicle.
• Some roads may be impassible due to debris.
• Do not drive around barricades.
• If you find yourself in a dangerous situation where your vehicle is taking on water, get out of the vehicle, get to a higher position, and call 911.