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Drought Conditions Advisory

Drought conditions continue to impact portions of Texas. With continued dry conditions and increasing water demands, public water systems across the state may begin to experience strain on available water supplies. Proactive measures are necessary to help ensure the continued availability of drinking water for essential health and safety needs.

At this time, Sheldon Road MUD encourages all customers to use water wisely and begin preparing for the possible implementation of water-use restrictions if conditions worsen.

Click here to read the full Drought Conditions Notice.

Utility Weather Preparedness Update – Emergency Preparedness Activation

Update from Precision Utility, LLC:

Dear Valued Customers,

We are writing to provide an advanced operational update regarding an anticipated freeze event affecting the Greater Houston area. Current forecasts indicate the potential for rain, sleet, snow, freezing temperatures, ice, and black ice, beginning Saturday and extending through approximately Tuesday. In preparation, we are initiating our Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPP) and proactively staging personnel, equipment, and resources to help maintain continuous water and wastewater service throughout this weather event.

What We Are Doing

  • Activating 24/7 operational coverage at critical water and wastewater facilities
  • Pre-staging crews, equipment, and materials to enable rapid response to weather-related issues
  • Coordinating closely with regional electric providers and other partners to minimize service interruptions
  • Inspecting and winterizing critical assets where feasible
  • Implementing management best practices designed to protect infrastructure, employees, and the public
  • Prioritizing the safe and responsible stewardship of our natural resources

Our crews are being deployed in advance to strategic locations so that any necessary repairs or operational adjustments can be addressed as safely and efficiently as possible. At the same time, we are taking deliberate steps to ensure our employees are protected and able to work safely in potentially hazardous conditions.

What Customers Can Do Now

We strongly encourage all customers to take precautionary measures, including:

  • Allowing faucets to drip slowly during freezing temperatures to reduce the risk of private service line and household plumbing freezes
  • Protecting people, pets, and plants from freezing conditions
  • Insulating and protecting exposed pipes where applicable
  • Preparing for potential travel hazards caused by ice or black ice
  • Staying informed through local media outlets and official district communications

Please note that during widespread freeze events, the water purveyor must prioritize response efforts to system-wide issues, such as main breaks, treatment facilities, and critical infrastructure, to maintain service throughout the service area. While we will make every reasonable effort to assist customers, private plumbing and service line issues may experience longer response times. Taking preventive measures in advance, such as allowing faucets to drip, can significantly reduce the risk of private-side leaks and damage.

Ongoing Communication

Conditions will continue to be monitored closely. Additional updates will be provided as needed should weather conditions change or if operational impacts arise. Please know that we are taking this event seriously and are doing everything reasonably possible to prepare in advance, maintain essential services, and respond effectively should conditions worsen. We appreciate your cooperation, preparedness, and understanding as we work through this potential weather event together.

Sincerely,

Management
Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance

Holiday Safety & Crime Prevention

Make lasting memories this holiday season — safely! Follow these simple family-friendly do’s and don’ts to keep your home secure and your celebrations full of joy!

Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Rate: October 13, 2025

A public hearing for Sheldon Road Municipal Utility District to discuss the proposed tax rate for the 2025 tax year will be held on October 13, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.. The hearing will take place at 9419 Lamkin Road, Houston, Texas 77049.

For more detailed information, including the official notice and tax comparison tables, please refer to the official notice.

Videoconference

1 (346) 248-7799 (Houston)
Meeting ID: 850 0746 1014
Passcode: 827245

Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems – January 16, 2024

Due to The Freeze, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the Sheldon Road MUD TX1010235 public water system to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions).

To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes.

In lieu of boiling, individuals may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, the public water system officials will notify customers that the water is safe for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

Once the boil water notice is no longer in effect, the public water system will issue a notice to customers that rescinds the boil water notice in a manner similar to this notice.

Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.

If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact Precision Utility LLC at (281) 456-1852.

OFS Trash Services – Delayed

Due to the icy road conditions, OFS Solid Waste will not be providing trash services on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

OFS Solid Waste will resume pick up on Friday, their regular trash pick up day.

OFS Solid Waste apologizes for the inconvenience, but felt that the safety of their employees may be at risk.

Stay Safe and Prepared: Precision Utility’s Guide for the Upcoming Arctic Front in Texas

Due to the artic front moving across the Continental US and through the State of Texas early next week, we encourage all Precision Utility customers to make advance preparations which include the following: wrap exposed piping, cover plants, or bring them inside, and take care of your pets.

We also encourage to conservatively, due to water supply, drip a faucet during freezing temperatures, to prevent leaks. The dripping of faucets will minimally affect your water bill and be a lot less than making repairs.

We are expecting cold temperatures for a few days and our Texas winters are technically December, January, and February. At this time, we are not expecting sleet, snow, or high winds; should those factors arise our call center will remain closed, but our on-call personnel will be on standby.

If roads are impassable, we will reconvene when it is safe for travel.

As always, when we receive service requests, we will be in-route to restore utility services as soon as possible, and when it is safe for crews.

Sincerely,
Management,
Precision Utility LLC

Sheldon Community Fire & Rescue Achieves Remarkable Improvement in ISO Rating

We are thrilled to share some great news from Sheldon Community Fire & Rescue! In a significant achievement, the department has improved its Insurance Service Office (ISO) rating from a 3 to a 2. This notable advancement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our firefighters and the support from Harris County MUD 285.

The improved ISO rating is not just a number; it has practical benefits for our community. Residents can look forward to potentially lower insurance premiums, thanks to the enhanced fire protection services. This achievement reflects our commitment to safety and continuous improvement in serving the community.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Harris County MUD 285 for their invaluable assistance and cooperation. Their support has been crucial in bolstering our community’s resilience. As we celebrate this milestone, we remain dedicated to maintaining and furthering the strong relationship we’ve built. Together, we continue to strive for excellence in serving and protecting our community.

A big thank you to everyone involved, and let’s keep up the great work!

Click here to read letter from Fire Chief, Sidney Webb.

Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Rate

The Sheldon Road Municipal Utility District will hold a public hearing on a proposed tax rate for the tax year 2023 on October 9, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. at 9414 Lamkin Road, Houston, TX 77049. Your individual taxes may increase at a greater or lesser rate, or even decrease, depending on the tax rate that is adopted and on the change in the taxable value of your property in relation to the change in taxable value of all other property. The change in the taxable value of your property in relation to the change in the taxable value of all other property determines the distribution of the tax burden among all property owners.

Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Rate (PDF)

Precinct One Community Affairs & Advocacy Engagement Survey

The office of Harris County Precinct One Commissioner Rodney Ellis wants to hear from you! Please take a moment to take their “Precinct One Community Affairs & Advocacy Engagement Survey.”

SURVEY LINK: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7202484/Pct-1-CGA-Engagement-Survey

The goal of the survey is for Commissioner Ellis and the Harris County Precinct One team to better understand the strengths, assets, challenges and needs of the community in which you live and work. The results will then be analyzed by one of their Policy staff members and will guide the Precinct’s policy initiatives and priorities moving forward.

Precinct One is dedicated to developing policies that improve quality of life while advancing equitable opportunity and the just treatment of all residents of Harris County, and your voice and input really do matter to make it all happen!

Harris County Precinct One Information Sheet (PDF)