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TCEQ-20561 (Rev May 2016)

Phase II (Small) MS4 Annual Report Requirements and Template TPDES General Permit Number TXR040000

Within 90 days of the end of each reporting year, operators of regulated Phase II

Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems shall submit a concise annual report to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. The reporting year may include

either the permit year, the permittee’s fiscal year or the calendar year, as elected by the small MS4 and notified to the TCEQ in the application submittal and remain

consistent throughout the permit term. The annual report must address the previous reporting year. If two or more MS4s share a common SWMP, all

permittees must contribute to a system-wide annual report. Each permittee must

sign and certify the annual report in accordance with 30 TAC §305.128 (relating to Signatories to Reports).

Report Content

Refer to Part IV Section B.2 of the MS4 General Permit TXR040000 for annual report requirements.

Submit the annual report with a cover letter to ensure that the report reaches the

Stormwater & Pretreatment Team. See cover letter template (Example 5) of the instructions. The annual report must be submitted to the following address:

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

Team Leader Stormwater & Pretreatment Team; MC-148

P.O. Box 13087 Austin, Texas 78711-3087

Note: An annual report must be submitted even if the SWMP has not yet been approved by the TCEQ.


A. General Information

1. Provide the:

assigned authorization number TXR040{XXX}

reporting year ( 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5)

reporting option selected (i.e. calendar year, permit year or fiscal year with last day of fiscal year (MM/DD))

beginning and end dates (MM/DD/YYYY to MM/DD/YYYY) of the annual

reporting period

MS4 operator level:

traditional small MS4s – level is based on the population served within the 2010 Urbanized Area (See Part II Section 5 of TXR040000 to

determine MS4 level),

Non-traditional small MS4s – all non-traditional small MS4s are

categorized as Level 2 regardless of population served within the Urbanized Area. These include counties, drainage districts, transportation

entities, military bases, universities, colleges, correctional institutions, municipal utility districts and other special districts

name of the permittee (owner/operator of the MS4, i.e. municipality, water district, etc.),

name, telephone number, mailing address and e-mail address for the appropriate contact person

Note: A copy of the annual report must be submitted to the TCEQ regional office.

B. Status of Compliance with the MS4 GP and SWMP

The purpose of the annual report is to inform TCEQ of the status of compliance with

permit conditions and the approved SWMP – including, the appropriateness of each best management practice (BMP) and the progress towards achieving the measurable goals

for each BMP utilized or implemented during the reporting year. Please model the reported information after the examples provided.

1. The report must include the status of compliance with permit conditions according to Part IV and V of the permit. Include compliance with the TCEQ approved

SWMP, compliance with record keeping and reporting requirements, and compliance with permit eligibility requirements.

2. Each MS4 is required to assess the appropriateness of each BMP in reducing the discharge of pollutants to the maximum extent practicable (MEP). Provide a


detailed assessment of the appropriateness of the selected BMPs, including whether any of the selected BMPs are not appropriate. This information may be

included in a tabular format as provided in the form (See Example 1 – BMP Status).

3. Describe progress towards reducing the discharge of pollutants. Summarize any information used to evaluate reductions in the discharge of pollutants to the MEP.

This information may be included in a tabular format as provided in the form. (See Example 2 – Pollutant Reduction Analysis).

4. Provide an assessment of the appropriateness of the implementation of the measurable goals of each minimum control measure (MCM) and an evaluation of

the success of implementation, including any obstacles or challenges in meeting the SWMP schedule, etc. (See Example 3 – Measurable Goals Status).

C. Stormwater Data Summary

Indicate whether the MS4 has conducted monitoring of stormwater quality, including

analytical data and visual observations. Provide a summary of the results of information collected and analyzed during the reporting period, including monitoring

data used to assess the success of the program at reducing the discharge of pollutants to the MEP.

D. Impaired Waterbodies and Total Maximum Daily Loads

If the receiving water body is listed as impaired in the latest Clean Water Act 303(d)

list or has an approved TMDL in the most recently approved Texas Integrated Report Index of Water Quality Impairments, refer to Part II Section D of general

permit TXR040000 for additional information about limitations on permit coverage, compliance with water quality standards, TMDL compliance requirements and prohibited discharges (Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone, specific watersheds, etc.).

Impaired waters are those that do not meet applicable water quality standards and

are listed in the latest Clean Water Act 303(d) list or in the latest Texas Integrated Report Index of Water Quality Impairments. Pollutants of concern are those for which

the water body is listed as impaired or has an approved TMDL. New sources or new discharges of the pollutant(s) of concern to impaired waters are not authorized by the

permit unless otherwise allowable under 30 TAC Chapter 305 and applicable state law.

To determine if your receiving water has been listed as impaired, refer to the

most recent Texas Integrated Report Index of Water Quality Impairments

on the TCEQ website at < Texas List of Impaired Waters >.

https://www.tceq.texas.gov/waterquality/assessment/14twqi/14txir


Index of All Impaired Waters

Categories 4 and 5 together comprise the list of all impaired waters.

Category 4 includes impaired waters for which TMDLs have already been adopted, or for which other management strategies are underway to

improve water quality. Category 5 of the Integrated Report comprises the 303(d) List.

A TMDL is the maximum amount of a water quality contaminant that can be

discharged into a body of surface water on a daily basis without causing an exceedance of surface water quality standards. For more information about TMDLs go to: < TMDL Program >.

For specific information on segments with TMDLs adopted by the Commission go

to: < Segments with TMDLs >.

Note: Discharges of pollutant(s) of concern to impaired water bodies for which

there is a TMDL implementation plan (I-Plan) are not eligible for coverage under

this general permit unless they are consistent with the approved TMDL and the I-Plan. In order to be eligible for permit coverage, MS4 operators must incorporate

into their SWMP the limitations, conditions, and requirements applicable to their discharges, including monitoring frequency and reporting as required by the TCEQ

rules. For discharges not eligible for coverage under this general permit, the discharger must apply for and receive an individual TPDES permit.

1. If applicable, explain in the worksheets any activities taken to address the

discharge to impaired waterbodies, including any in-stream or outfall sampling results or other available data (include the source of the data) and a summary of

the small MS4’s BMPs used to address the pollutant of concern. Data may be

acquired from TCEQ, local river authorities, partnerships, and/or other local efforts as appropriate.

2. Indicate information about implementing targeted controls.

3. Report the benchmark and assessment activities. Annual reports should include

the benchmark and the year(s) during the permit term that the MS4 conducted additional sampling or other assessment activities.

4. Add an analysis of how the selected BMPs will be effective in contributing to achieving the benchmark.

5. Include focused BMPs to address impairment for bacteria. If the impairment is for bacteria refer to Part II.D.4. (5) of General Permit TXR040000.

6. Assess progress in achieving the benchmark.

http://www.tceq.texas.gov/waterquality/tmdl/index.html

https://www.tceq.texas.gov/waterquality/tmdl/nav/tmdlsegments


E. Stormwater activities next reporting year

Describe any stormwater activities the MS4 operator has planned for the next reporting year. You may use the table provided.

F. SWMP Modifications and Additional Information

1. If changes have been made or are proposed to the SWMP, those modifications

must be addressed in the annual report as required in Part IV Section B.2 of the permit. If the TCEQ has notified you in writing that changes to the SWMP are

necessary, those changes must be included in the report. Be sure to provide the following information in the explanation (See Example 4 – SWMP Modifications):

i. Describe changes made to or proposed for the SWMP during the reporting

year, including changes to BMPs, measurable goals, dates, contacts, procedures or details during the permit year.

ii. If changes include additions or substitutions of BMPs, include a written analysis explaining why the original BMP is ineffective or not feasible and

why the replacement BMP is expected to achieve the goals of the original BMP.

Note: A Notice of Change (NOC) is required if revisions are proposed to a SWMP

that has already been approved by the TCEQ. If the initial SWMP has not been

approved, submit a letter describing the change(s) so that information may be considered during the SWMP review process. If an NOC is required, it must be

submitted separately to the address shown on the NOC form. If an NOC is required, it must be submitted separately to the address shown on the

NOC form. Do not attach the NOC form to this report.

G. Additional BMPs

Provide a description and schedule for implementation of additional BMPs that may be necessary, based on monitoring results, to ensure compliance with applicable TMDLs and implementation plans.

H. Additional Information

1. Indicate if the MS4 is relying on another entity to satisfy some of the permit

obligations. Include the name of the other entity and an explanation of the elements of the SWMP that the entity is responsible for implementing. A


description of the agreement or written documentation of the agreement must be included in the SWMP.

2. If permittees share a common SWMP, list all associated authorization numbers, permittee names, and SWMP responsibilities of each permittee. Add more spaces

or pages if needed.

3. Indicate if this is a system-wide annual report including information for all

permittees. If “Yes,” all represented permittees must sign the report in accordance with signatory requirements. The regulation governing who may sign an application form is at 30 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) §305.128.

I. Construction Activities

1. Provide the number of construction activities that occurred in the jurisdictional

area of the MS4 where the permittee was not the construction site operator (as

provided in submittals to the MS4 operator via notices of intent and site notices received).

2. Does the permittee utilize the seventh MCM related to construction? To answer

“Yes,” this must have been requested on the Notice of Intent (NOI) or on an NOC and approved by the TCEQ.

If “Yes,” then provide information about the number of municipal construction activities authorized under this general permit during the

reporting period and the total number of acres disturbed for municipal construction projects.

J. Certification

The annual report must be signed by a principal executive officer or ranking elected

official, or by a duly authorized representative as referenced in 30 TAC §305.128. The

Delegation of Signatories to Reports (TCEQ Form 20403) can be located by visiting TCEQ’s < FORMS > Web page and entering the form number.

For shared SWMPs, it would be acceptable to submit separate signature pages for each

operator participating in the shared SWMP along with one copy of the system-wide annual report.

All certification page must an original, wet ink signature. Photocopies, scanned pages,

and electronic signatures cannot be accepted.

https://www.tceq.texas.gov/search_forms.html


Example 1– BMP Status

MCM(s) BMP BMP is appropriate for reducing the

discharge of pollutants in stormwater

(Answer Yes or No, and explain.)

2: Illicit

Discharge Detection

and Elimination

Map all outfalls

and all water bodies receiving

discharges from the MS4.

Yes, identified 10 new sources and eliminated 2.

2: Illicit Discharge

Detection and Elimination

Perform field screening of

outfalls.

Yes, there was an increase in illegal discharge

detection through screening.

3/4:

Construction Site Control and Post-

Construction Site Control

Implement

stormwater ordinance for construction and

post-construction runoff control

Yes, there were reductions in sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs).

5: Pollution Prevention &

Good Housekeepin

g for Municipal Operations

Train all public works and

streets staff

Yes, conducted 5 educational opportunities for staff.

6. Industrial

stormwater sources – if

applicable

Inspect industrial

facilities

Yes, there was a decrease in illegal dumping into

water bodies.


Example 2 - Pollutant Reduction Analysis

MCM BMP Information Used

Quantity Units Does BMP Demonstrate a Direct

Reduction in Pollutants? (Answer

Yes or No, and explain.)

1 1.1Public Education

Utility bill stuffers

300 Brochures No. Though this BMP does not result in a direct reduction of pollutants, educating the citizens will eventually reduce litter, hence pollutants

2 2.4 Dry weather screening

Outfalls 20 Inspections Yes. When illicit discharges are observed, immediate action can be taken to remove the pollutant and track the source

3 3.3 Construction site inspection

Construction sites

5 Inspections Yes. By inspecting the contractor owned construction sites, we can evaluate if proper BMPs are in place to reduce sediment discharge and erosion

4 4.8 Construction Plan Review

Plans 5 Reviews No. The reduction in pollutants will be reduced over time as the permanent post construction BMPs are utilized


Example 3 – Measurable Goals Status

MCM Measurable Goal(s) Explain progress toward goal or how

goal was achieved

1 Provide utility bill inserts to each utility customer at least once each year.

Met goal – mailed 86,192 inserts with March monthly utility bill

1 Conduct one public meeting or

city-wide cleanup day each year.

Exceeded goal: conducted one public meeting

and two cleanup days.

2 Map 25% of outfalls and 50% of receiving waters during Year

1 (same as milestone)

Met goal – mapped 20 outfalls out of 80 and 3 of 5 receiving waters

3 Perform site inspections of 25% of all active construction sites.

Did not meet goal. Number of construction sites in city was far above normal for the year.

Inspected 20% - 137 out of 548.

3 Respond to 100% of construction complaints received.

Met goal – responded to 193 of 193 construction activity complaints

4 Review all site plans submitted

for new development projects.

Met goal – reviewed 127 of 127 site plans

submitted

5 Sweep 50% of roads each year. Exceeded goal – swept 80% of all city streets

6 Inspect 5 industrial facilities Met goal – inspected 5 industrial facilities

Send two employees each year

to a stormwater training workshop.

Met goal – two employees attended

stormwater training this year

Example 4- SWMP Modification


Example 5 – Cover Letter Template (Submit on letterhead. Add the mail date of the letter and report. Identify the MS4 name and authorization number. Include the TCEQ region number where the MS4 sent a copy of the annual report. Include the name(s) and authorization number(s) of other MS4s contributing to the SWMP if applicable.)

Letterhead

{Date of Letter}

MCM(s) Measurable

Goal(s) or BMP(s)

Implemented or Proposed Changes

(Submit NOC as needed)

3 Measurable Goal - Perform site

inspections of 25% of all active construction sites.

Revise goal to perform site inspections of 25% of all active construction sites, or a minimum of 50 sites

per year. Submitted separate NOC on 3/14/2015

5 Measurable Goal-

Update inventory

list quarterly

Revised Goal – Update inventory list annually.

Submitted separate NOC on 3/14/2015

1

BMP 1.8

Change the implementation schedule from

January 2015 to completion in May 2015 due to staff changes. Submitted Separate NOC on

01/05/2015.

2

BMP 2.4

Delete ineffective BMP – Dye Testing and replace with effective BMP- Smoke testing to

identify sanitary sewer system leaks. Submitted separate NOC on 06/12/2015


Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Stormwater & Pretreatment Team Leader (MC-148)

P.O. Box 13087 Austin, Texas 78711-3087

Re: Phase II MS4 Annual Report Transmittal for {Name of Small MS4}

TPDES Authorization: TXR040 {include MS4’s unique 3 digit authorization number}

Dear Team Leader:

This letter serves to transmit the required annual report for the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System General

Permit, Authorization Number TXR040500 for the Town of Prosper.

The annual report is for Year__3___ (select the appropriate number 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5).

The reporting period’s beginning 12/13/15 and ending 12/13/16.

A separate Notice of Change has not been submitted based on the fact that changes have not been proposed for the next permit year.

As required by the general permit, a copy of the report has been mailed to the TCEQ’s

regional office 4 in Ft. Worth, Texas.

Sincerely,

Ryan Janowski, REM

Stormwater Utility Administrator

Town of Prosper


Phase II (Small) MS4 Annual Report Form

TPDES General Permit Number TXR040000

A. General Information

Authorization Number: TXR040500

Reporting Year (year will be either 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5):___3___

Annual Reporting Year Option Selected by MS4:

Calendar Year_____

Permit Year___X___

Fiscal Year: __________ Last day of fiscal year: (______)

Reporting period beginning date: (month/date/year) _12/13/15__

Reporting period end date (month/date/year) __12/13/16___

MS4 Operator Level: ____2_____ Name of MS4:_Town of Prosper____

Contact Name: __Ryan Janowski__Telephone Number: _972-569-1197__

Mailing Address: __407 E. First St. Prosper, TX 75078____

E-mail Address: [email protected]

A copy of the annual report was submitted to the TCEQ Region YES_X_ NO___ Region the annual report was submitted. TCEQ Region _4_

B. Status of Compliance with the MS4 GP and SWMP

1. Provide information on the status of complying with permit conditions: (TXR040000 Part IV Section B.2.):

Yes No Explain

Permittee is currently in compliance with the

SWMP as submitted to and approved by the TCEQ.

X

In compliance

Permittee is currently in compliance with recordkeeping and reporting requirements.

X

In compliance


Permittee meets the eligibility requirements of the permit (e.g., TMDL requirements, Edwards

Aquifer limitations, compliance history, etc.)

X

In Compliance

2. Provide a general assessment of the appropriateness of the selected BMPs. You may use the table below (See Example 1 in instructions):

MCM(s) BMP BMP is appropriate for reducing the discharge of pollutants in stormwater


1 – Public Education,

Outreach and Involvement

1.1 – Utility Bill inserts

Yes; Utility bill insert for Aug/Sept. 2016 went out to all customers with info regarding pet

waste and bacteria. (Appendix A)



1.2 – Social Media Yes; Multiple Facebook posts with regards to the Stormwater Management Program as well as

stormwater quality were created for the 2016 year and will continue.



1.3 – Town Website

Yes; information contained on the website is updated on a regular basis and provides valuable

information regarding stormwater topics as well as contact information. (Appendix B)

1 – Public

Education, Outreach and Involvement

1.4 – Reference

Material at Town Library

Yes; this provides information to those who may

not have access or prefer to not to use computer related products. Gives Town personnel the

ability to disseminate information to this group.



1.5 – Town Staff Education/Training

Yes; All current Town staff were required to watch the “How to spot stormwater pollution”

produced by the NCTCOG. An email went out from the HR Director on 6/8/16 with that

information. Those personnel that directly deal with stormwater concerns on a daily basis had

further training while maintaining professional credentials. (Appendix C & D)




1 – Public

Education,


1.6 – Stormwater

Hotline

Yes; Stormwater hotline was established for the

2016 permit year and has been publicized on the

Town website.

1 – Public

Education, Outreach and Involvement

1.7 – Educational

booths at Community

Events

Yes; the Town’s Water Conservation Education

Coordinator presented to various schools in Town and reached approximately 600 eighth

graders, 180 fourth graders, 180 third graders, and 300 second graders in Prosper ISD. The

topics included water conservation, storm water pollution prevention, and the treatment and

distribution systems. (Appendix L)



1.8 – Household Hazardous Waste

Collection and Recycling

Yes; The Fire and Police departments hosted drug take back events on 4/30/16 & 10/22/16;

the Town partnered with Progressive Waste Solutions for a Spring Cleanup and Recycling

Event on 3/19/16. Public Works also held a Christmas tree drop off through 1/15/16.

(Appendix M)

2 – Illicit

Discharge Detection and Elimination

2.1 – Storm sewer

map

Yes; Map allows for proper IDDE investigations

and for timely emergency response. Map is updated regularly as our contract allows.

2 – Illicit Discharge


2.2 – Stormwater management

ordinance – Illicit Discharge

Yes; the Town’s stormwater ordinance was adopted by Town council at the 12/13/16

meeting. (Appendix E)

2 – Illicit Discharge


2.3 – Illicit Discharge

Investigation and Elimination

Yes; Investigations are used to locate/remove/prevent prohibited discharges as

well as blockages to the MS4. Provides for another medium for residential and commercial

education initiatives. SOP’s for IDDE is forecasted to be completed during the 2017

permit year.




2 – Illicit

Discharge


2.4 – Household

hazardous waste

collection and recycling

See BMP 1.8

2 – Illicit


2.5 – Stormwater

hotline

See BMP 1.6

2 – Illicit


2.6 – Hazardous

Material Spill Response

Yes; the Town responds to spills and employs

spill prevention procedures/practices for proper handling, storage and disposal. Fire responded to

1 spill of powdered cement requiring cleanup on June 14, 2016.

3 –

Construction

Site Stormwater Runoff Control

3.1 - Stormwater

management

ordinance – Erosion and

Sediment Control Requirements

Yes; the Town’s stormwater ordinance was

adopted by Town council at the 12/13/16


3 –

Construction Site

Stormwater Runoff Control

3.2 –

Requirements for construction site

contractors

Yes; This BMP has provided a plan review

checklist, requires consultants to prepare plans in conjunction with the Towns ordinances, and

allows for control of construction site waste streams. Further procedures to control waste

streams from construction activities are being worked on currently. (Appendix F & J)

3 –

Construction Site

Stormwater Runoff Control

3.3 – Construction

site Inspections

Yes; Inspections of construction sites by the

stormwater administrator position formally began in May 2016. With the passing of the

stormwater ordinance, more work is being done to further formalize and better track

inspections/enforcement performed. (Appendix

G)




3 –

Construction

Site Stormwater Runoff Control

3.4 – Receipt and

Consideration of

information from the public

Yes; a number of opportunities for the Town’s

residents to contact town staff, including social

media, hotlines, and staff contact info have been provided/updated to report discharges and ask

questions of staff.

4 – Post

Construction for New and

Redevelopment

4.1 – Engineering

Design Requirements

Yes; Engineering design manuals as well as the

Town’s subdivision ordinance are currently being reviewed.

4 – Post Construction

for New and Redevelopment

4.2 - Stormwater management

ordinance – Post construction

requirements

Yes; the Town’s stormwater ordinance was adopted by Town council at the 12/13/16


4 – Post

Construction for New and

Redevelopment

4.3 – Structural

and Non-structural BMP

maintenance

Yes; components exist, and are continuing to be

evaluated on in the Town’s subdivision ordinance as well as the Town’s Engineering manuals.

Major portions of the Design Manual revision are forecasted to be completed during 2017. Town

does require detention/retention structures and working with some developments coming in for

bio-retention and bioswale type structures.

5 – Pollution

Prevention/ Good Housekeeping

5.1 – Municipal

best management practices

Yes; Procedures will be developed for Town staff

to minimize environmental impacts. Town facilities/projects are held to higher standards

than would be required of private development.

5 – Pollution

Prevention/ Good Housekeeping

5.2 – Town staff

training program

Yes; All current Town staff were required to

watch the “How to spot stormwater pollution” produced by the NCTCOG. Those personnel that

directly deal with stormwater concerns on a daily basis had further training while maintaining

professional credentials. (Appendix C)




5 – Pollution

Prevention/

Good Housekeeping

5.3 – Audit

municipal facilities

and equipment for environmental

management

Yes; an initial list of Town facilities has been

created along with the potential negative

impacts that could be associated with said facilities. Yearly inspections of the facilities

owned and operated by the Town should start in 2017. (Appendix I)

5 – Pollution Prevention/

Good Housekeeping

5.4 – Maintenance contractor

requirements and oversight

Yes; Oversight ensures that the Town’s environmental ordinances and SOP’s pertaining

to stormwater are being followed by contractors hired by the Town.

3. Describe progress towards reducing the discharge of pollutants to the maximum extent practicable. Summarize any information used (such as visual observation,

amount of materials removed or prevented from entering the MS4, or if required monitoring data, etc.) to evaluate reductions in the discharge of pollutants. You may use the table (See Example 2 in instructions):

MCM BMP Information

Used

Quantity Units Does the BMP

Demonstrate a Direct Reduction in Pollutants?


1 1.1 Utility bill inserts

1 (Aug/Sept)

Monthly insert

No; Emphasis on public education focused on pet

waste and bacteria will eventually reduce pollutants.

As of 1/23/17, there are 6,968 active utility accounts.

1 1.8 Household

hazardous waste

collection and recycling

4 Events Yes; collection events

provided an opportunity for residents to drop of

hazardous wastes to keep them from entering our



Quantity Units Does the BMP Demonstrate a Direct

Reduction in Pollutants? (Answer Yes or No, and

explain.)

streams as well as the landfills.

1 1.7 Educational booth at

community events

2 Events No; Emphasis on community education will eventually lead

to a greater understanding of stormwater

principals/practices and reduction in pollutants.

2 2.6 Hazardous

material spill response

1 Spill(s) Yes; Fire responds to spills

and accidents with subsequent spills. Fire

reported that no spills requiring TCEQ notification

occurred in the past year.

3 3.3 Requirements for

construction site

contractors

124 Plan review No; The reduction in pollutants will be reduced

over time as the permanent post construction BMPs are

utilized and the approved erosion control practices are

actively reviewed during the construction process.

3 3.3 Construction Site Inspections

44 NOI’s & 7 CSN’s

received

NOI’s and CSN’s

Yes; activities taking place on construction sites are

reviewed as inspectors are on

site to ensure compliance with all local, state and

federal standards.

3 3.4 Receipt and

Consideration of Information

from the Public

36 Pre-construction meetings

No; Pre-construction

meetings allow for a forum with the local contractors and

allow Town personnel a chance to review plans with

appropriate personnel for



Quantity Units Does the BMP Demonstrate a Direct

Reduction in Pollutants? (Answer Yes or No, and

explain.)

specific job sites and requirements expected.

These meetings make sure that proper contacts are

known and that proper permits and erosion control

measure will be in place before any construction

activity will start.

4. Provide the measurable goals for each of the MCMs, and an evaluation of the

success of the implementation of the measurable goals (See Example 3 in instructions):

MCM(s) Measurable Goal(s) Explain progress toward goal or how goal

was achieved

If goal was not accomplished please explain

1.1 The number of

Prosper resident and business address

with utility inserts

Utility Bill inserts went out to all utility customers

within the Town for the August/September insert. As of 1/23/17, there are 6,968 active utility

accounts. (Appendix A)

1.2

Listed number of

"friends to Town FB page, and number of

"likes" on related posts

The Town participated with Progressive Waste Solutions in a spring recycling event held on March

19, 2016 (posted on 3/8/16 with 1 like and 1 share); Facebook post with info regarding

residential pesticide/fertilizer use was posted on 5/10/16 (2 likes). A class about rain barrel

harvesting was also posted to Facebook on 3/28/16 (7 likes). The Town Facebook page

currently has 5,014 “likes” and 4937 “follows” as of 1/17/17. The Facebook page can be found at

https://www.facebook.com/prospertx.gov/ (Appendix M)

1.3 Webpage/related

links up and running

Website currently up-to-date and an on-going

process. (Appendix B)



was achieved


1.4

Description of material provided

Information currently used is accessed via the

website at public computers located within the

Library. A joint Town hall/Library facility is currently being built. Current library is part of a

PISD middle school.

1.5

Description of material provided

Entire Town staff was required to watch a “How to

spot stormwater pollution” video produced by the NCTCOG. HR Director sent out to email to all Town

staff. Public Works was required to watch video at their November safety meeting. (Appendix C & D)

1.6 Establish a dedicated

phone line for residents

questions/complaints

Phone line has been dedicated and advertised on the Town website. Phone number for reference is

(972)-569-1197.

1.7

Number of events at

yearly Community events

Staff presented to various schools in Town and

reached approximately 600 eighth graders, 180 fourth graders, 180 third graders, and 300 second

graders in Prosper ISD. The topics included water

conservation, storm water pollution prevention, and the treatment and distribution systems. All

topics were applicable to real world issues and specifically to the Town of Prosper.

1.8 Hold annual event to allow residents

opportunity to participate in

activities that promote stormwater

quality and reduction of pollutants in

Town's waterways

Town of Proper Fire Department has partnered with Call2Recycle to collect batteries and cell

phones. The Town also partnered with Progressive Waste Solutions in a spring recycling event held on

March 19, 2016; this was also posted on the Town

Facebook page. Residents also were able to drop off Christmas trees at Fire Station 1 through

1/15/16; Public Works then picked them up to have mulched. Fire and Police also held a drug

takeback event on 4/30/16 & 10/22/16.

2.1 Creation of a storm

sewer map to show locations of existing

storm sewer in

Map is currently created and in use for Town staff.

Map is updated as plans come in, as areas are reviewed and as other layers are needed within



was achieved


addition to storm

outfalls in relation to

names of receiving bodies of

water/waters of the U.S. Include locations

and names of all surface waters

receiving discharge from these outfalls.

the constraints of our contract with the City of

Frisco’s GIS Maintenance.

2.2 Create ordinance to give Town of Prosper

authority to eliminate

illicit discharges and issue fines as

needed.

Ordinance was passed by Town council on 12/13/16. Ordinance was publicized on the Town

website and through the Prosper Economic Development Corp. before it was sent to Council.

(Appendix E)

2.3 Track number of

investigations performed. Track

number of detected discharges.

SOPs for IDDE are projected to be completed during 2017 permit year. Personnel doing IDDE

work currently have previous experience.

2.4 Hold annual event to

allow residents opportunity to

participate in activities that

promote stormwater quality and reduction

of pollutants in Town's waterways.

Town of Proper Fire Department has partnered

with Call2Recycle to collect batteries and cell phones. The Town also partnered with Progressive

Waste Solutions in a spring recycling event held on March 19, 2016; this was also posted on the Town

Facebook page. Residents also were able to drop off Christmas trees at Fire Station 1 through

1/15/16. Fire and Police also held a drug takeback event on 4/30/16 & 10/22/16.

2.5 Establish a dedicated

phone line for resident’s

questions/complaints.

Phone line has been dedicated and advertised on Town website. See BMP 1.6.

2.6 Provide annual Haz-

mat training to Fire Department staff that

Fire has reported that no spills requiring TCEQ

notification have taken place this year. Fire did respond to 1 spill of powdered cement on June 14,



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includes topics

covering storm water

quality impacts and preventing spills from

entering the storm drain system and

waterways. Document annual

training provided.

2016. Fire was on-site and swept up the cement.

This was also posted to Facebook. Fire added one

new hazmat tech for the 2016 permit year and are looking to add 3 more for the 2017 year.

Currently, a minimum of 1 certified Haz-mat technician is on shift at all times.

3.1 Create ordinance to

give Town of Prosper authority to require

implementation of

erosion and sediment control BMP's.

Ordinance was passed by Town council on

12/13/16. Ordinance was publicized on the Town website and through the Prosper Economic

Development Corp. before it was sent to Council. (Appendix E)

3.2 A: Develop construction plan

review checklist to use during plan

review process. Require consultants

to prepare plans in

accordance with stormwater ordinance and per our checklist.

B: Develop procedures to control

waste such as discarded building

materials, concrete truck washout water,

chemicals, litter, and

sanitary waste at the construction site that

may cause adverse impacts to water

quality.

A. All construction site plans are reviewed by Engineering staff for a multitude of criteria

including stormwater related concerns. Plans are not released until a pre-construction meeting is

held with all pertinent contractors (grading, utility, paving) so as to review plans and guidelines.

Engineering design documents and standards are

posted on the Town’s website for completion and review of all proposed construction projects. For

the 2016 permit year, the Towns general notes, pre-construction forms, and land disturbance

permit were reviewed and are currently being finalized. (Appendix J)

B. Inspections for grading, utilities, streets, and

others as necessary are scheduled through the Director of Public Works with a 24 hour minimum

notice. Public Works, Building Inspections and

Engineering staff check and review BMP’s to make sure they are properly installed and working as

intended. BMP’s are installed per approved plans, appropriate grading permits, and proper TCEQ

Construction General Permit coverage are required



was achieved


before any activities can take place on a site.

(Appendix G)

3.3

Develop and

implement inspection and enforcement

program

During any inspection, BMP’s are checked and reviewed to make sure they are properly installed

and working as intended. If deficiencies are noted during any inspection, Town personnel notify

someone on site and/or responsible parties (i.e. Developers/builders) by phone and/or email in

order to get BMP’s back into compliance. Typically it is asked that deficiencies are brought back into

compliance within 48-72 hours unless an imminent threat is suspected.

The Town has begun requiring that SWP3 inspection reports performed be submitted for

review by the Engineering Department. This allows for updated contact information to be maintained

as well as additional oversight of the on-going projects throughout the Town.

3.4 Development of a

program to receive input from the Public

regarding procedures as it relates to

construction site runoff. Review and

consider public input, and incorporate into

procedures as appropriate.

Town staff are available at Pre-construction

meetings to answer questions from contractors and allow contractors to give their

opinions/insights. Town also utilizes a Facebook page as well as a stormwater email address and

hotline for questions/comments/concerns. Lastly, the Town website is updated with stormwater

information for public review. (Appendix F)

4.1 Creation of post-construction runoff

control guidelines within Engineering

Design manuals.

The Town of Prosper’s Engineering Department is

responsible for the review and approval of all new construction and reconstruction projects within the

Town limits. The Engineering Department assists developers and design engineers in assuring that all

public improvements for construction are designed to meet current Town standards, specifications and



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details as well as State and Federal guidelines.

Information provided is intended as an aid to

developers/engineers/architects through the Town of Prosper’s civil engineering plan submittal process

and to meet approval requirements. The Town of Prosper’s Engineering Department reserves the

right to request additional information necessary to complete the review of specific development

projects in addition to the information required by the Town’s submittal guidelines.

Engineering Design Manuals are currently being reviewed and worked on in all aspects of plan

review and process, including guidelines to address post-construction stormwater runoff

controls.

4.2 Create ordinance to give Town of prosper

authority to require post-construction

stormwater runoff controls.

Ordinance was passed by Town council on

12/13/16. Ordinance was publicized on the Town website and through the Prosper Economic

Development Corp. before it was sent to Council.

(Appendix E)

4.3 Development of

program to create public/private

partnerships for maintenance of post-

construction BMPs. Creation of O&M

documents to distribute to

developers and HOAs.

Engineering design manual as well as the Town’s

subdivision ordinance are currently being worked on and updated. Currently, Engineering staff is

working on a case by case basis to ensure proper design and maintenance activities are addressed.

Town requires detention/retention and is working on a number of projects with bio-swales and bio-

retention. (Appendix K)

5.1 Develop procedures

for Town staff to implement in routine

maintenance of municipal operations.

Parks and Rec. and Public Works both operate in

ways such that potential stormwater impacts are minimized. An inspection program for Town

facilities is being proposed for the 2017 permit year. This will help ensure that all Town facilities



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maintain “good housekeeping” practices. All town

projects/facilities are held to higher standards than

would be required of private development.

5.2 Develop training

program and train all employees, and train

employees who are directly involved in

the maintenance of municipal operations.

All Town employees (~156 total) were required to watch a “how to spot stormwater pollution”

produced by the NCTCOG with the Stormwater Utility Administrators contract info attached.

5.3

A thorough

assessment of current activities will

be conducted in order to identify positive

and negative water quality activities.

An initial assessment has been completed. SOP’s

that are currently in place dictate materials are stored and facilities operate in a fashion to

minimize stormwater impacts. The Town does not operate its own fueling facility and does not do its

own fleet maintenance. All maintenance work done on fleet/heavy machinery is sent out for service. (Appendix I)

5.4 Complete development of new

standard contract language that

includes appropriate reference to standard

operating procedures and storm water

plans. Include

standard contract language and SOPs in

all new contracts.

Changes are made to contract language as necessary per project to maintain compliance with

all local/state/federal laws and regulations, stormwater control measures, good housekeeping

practices, and facility specific stormwater management operating procedures implemented

be the Town.

C. Stormwater Data Summary

Provide a summary of all information used including any lab results (if sampling was

conducted) to assess the success of the SWMP at reducing the discharge of pollutants to


the MEP. For example, did the MS4 conduct visual inspections, clean the inlets, look for illicit discharge, clean streets, look for flow during dry weather, etc.? (Refer to the MS4 General Permit TXR040000 Part IV Section B.2.(b))

During construction site inspections, whether being done by Stormwater, Public Works or Building Inspections, inspectors will notify either contacts onsite or via email of issues

noted that need attention. The Town will shut down job sites for Stormwater violations. A Dry weather outfall screening program is in the works and should be implemented by

the end of the 4th permit year. Currently, personnel doing stormwater inspections has previous experience from a Phase 1 community in looking for and correcting illicit

discharges. Appendix G shows the concerns noted at construction sites and the

corrective actions required by the Town as well as follow updates to ensure corrective measures were taken.

D. Impaired Waterbodies

1. If applicable, explain below any activities taken to address the discharge to impaired waterbodies, including any sampling results and a summary of the small

MS4’s BMPs used to address the pollutant of concern: (Refer to MS4 General Permit TXR040000 Part IV Section B.2.(c))

The Town of Prosper currently has a portion (approximately 2.72 miles) of Wilson

Creek (0821C_01) impaired for bacteria (Category 5c) first characterized in 2010. Since this creek is in category 5c, no TMDL for it is currently established. A FOG

program is currently being implemented on by Public Works to address discharges of concern to the entire Town. The area in which the impaired segment lies is

heavily built out as single family residential so the Town is focusing on residential and community education at this time. Additionally, the Town is participating with

the NTMWD and other concerned parties as part of the proposed Watershed Protection Plan for the Lake Lavon Watershed.

2. Describe the implementation of targeted controls if the small MS4 discharges to an impaired water body with an approved TMDL (Refer to the MS4 General permit TXR040000; Part II Section D.4.(a)):

Not Applicable


3. Report the benchmark identified by the MS4 and assessment activities (Refer to the MS4 General permit TXR040000; Part II Section D.4.(a)(6)):

Benchmark

Parameter

(Ex: Total Suspended

Solids)

Benchmark

Value

Description of additional

sampling or other assessment activities

Year(s)

conducted

Not Applicable

4. Provide an analysis of how the selected BMPs will be effective in contributing to achieving the benchmark (Refer to the MS4 General permit TXR040000; Part II Section D.4.(a)(4)):

Benchmark

Parameter

Selected BMP Contribution to

achieving Benchmark

Not Applicable

5. If applicable, report on focused BMPs to address impairment for bacteria (Refer to the MS4 General Permit TXR040000; Part II Section D.4.(a)(5)):

Description of bacteria-focused BMP

Comments/Discussion

Community Education Improve water quality within the

watershed through public education and outreach of various topics related to

stormwater.

Watershed Protection Plan Currently working with and participating

in the proposed Watershed Protection Plan for the Lake Lavon Watershed being

spearheaded by the North Texas

Municipal Water District.


Description of bacteria-focused BMP

Comments/Discussion

Storm sewer screening and illicit discharge inspections

Improve water quality within the watershed through storm sewer

maintenance and inspection to identify and correct illicit discharges or

connections.

6. Assess the progress to determine BMP’s effectiveness in achieving the benchmark (Refer to the MS4 General Permit TXR040000; Part II.D.4.(a)(6)):

For example, the MS4 may use the following benchmark indicators:

number of sources identified or eliminated;

decrease in number of illegal dumping;

increase in illegal dumping reporting;

number of educational opportunities conducted;

reductions in sanitary sewer flows (SSOs)

increase in illegal discharge detection through dry screening

Benchmark Indicator Description/Comments

Not Applicable

E. Stormwater Activities

Describe stormwater activities the MS4 operator plans to undertake during the next

reporting year. You may use the table below (Refer to the MS4 General Permit TXR040000 Part IV Section B.2.(d)):


MCM(s) BMP Stormwater Activity

Description/Comments

2 2.3 - IDDE Conduct investigations to

determine the

source of illicit connections and

illegal dumping activities. Follow

procedures to remove source of

the illicit discharge, and issues fines as

needed.

Develop IDDE SOP’s and start outfall inspection program.

3 3.2 –

Requirements

for construction

site contractors

B. Develop

procedures to

control waste such as discarded

building materials, concrete truck

washout water, chemicals, litter,

and sanitary waste at the construction

site that may cause adverse impacts to

water quality.

Develop specific requirements for

home builders to address pollutants of concerns on building sites.

3 3.3 – Construction

Site Inspections

Develop and Implement

inspection and enforcement

program

Continue formalizing the inspection

program. Look for better ways to track inspections and enforcement

actions.

4 4.1 –

Engineering Design

Requirements

Creation of post-

construction stormwater runoff

control guidelines

with Engineering Design Manuals

Continue work on updating and

adopting design manuals with regards to drainage and stormwater

so a formal program can continue to be developed for post-construction.


MCM(s) BMP Stormwater Activity

Description/Comments

4 4.3 – Structural and

non-Structural

BMP Maintenance

Development of program to create

public/private

partnerships for maintenance of

post-construction BMPs. Creation of

O&M documents to distribute to

developers and HOAs.

Develop a program of O&M measures

for post-construction requirements and development of public/private

partnerships for long term maintenance of post-construction

BMP’s. Maintaining list of HOA contact info as well as list of features

throughout the Town.

5 5.2 – Town Staff Training

Program

Develop training program and train

all employees, and

specifically target employees who are

directly involved in the maintenance of

municipal operations.

Continued growth and

implementation of training program for all employees and those

employees directly involved in municipal operations.

5 5.3 – Audit Municipal

facilities and

equipment for Environmental

Management

An assessment of current activities

will be conducted in

order to identify positive and

negative water quality activities.

Continue and finalize audit of

facilities. Create yearly inspection program for all Town owned facilities.

F. SWMP Modifications

1. 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. ____Yes _X__No

If ‘Yes’, report on changes made to measurable goals and BMPs (Refer to the MS4 General Permit TXR040000 Part IV Section B.2.(e)):


MCM(s) Measurable Goal(s) or BMP(s)

Implemented or Proposed Changes (Submit NOC as needed)

Not Applicable

Note: If changes include additions or substitutions of BMPs, include a written analysis

explaining why the original BMP is ineffective or not feasible and why the replacement BMP is expected to achieve the goals of the original BMP.

2. Explain additional changes or proposed changes not previously mentioned (i.e. dates, contacts, procedures, annexation of land etc.):

Not Applicable

G. Additional BMPs for TMDLs and I-Plans

Provide a description and schedule for implementation of additional BMPs that may be necessary, based on monitoring results, to ensure compliance with applicable TMDLs and

implementation plans (Refer to the MS4 General permit TXR040000 Part IV Section B.2.(f)).


BMP Description Implementation Schedule (Start

Date etc.)

Status / Completion Date (completed, in progress,

not started)

Not Applicable

H. Additional Information

1. Is the permittee relying on another entity to satisfy some of its permit

obligations? (refer to the MS4 General Permit TXR040000 Part IV Section

B.2.(g))

__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):

Name and Explanation: The Town of Prosper contracts with the City of Frisco to utilize

their GIS personnel. The Town submits plans to Frisco’s personnel to have the layers updated as they come in and are ready to be submitted.

2.a. Is the permittee part of a group sharing a SWMP with other entities?

___ Yes _X__ No

2.b. If ‘yes,’ is this a system-wide annual report including information for all

permittees?

___ Yes ___ No

If ‘Yes,’ list all associated authorization numbers, permittee names, and SWMP responsibilities of each member. (add additional spaces or pages if needed):


Authorization Number: ___________________ Permittee:_______________

Authorization Number: ____________________ Permittee: ______________



I. Construction Activities

1. The number of construction activities that occurred in the jurisdictional area of the

MS4 (Notices if intent and site notices received; Refer to the MS4 General Permit TXR040000 Part IV Section B.2.(h)) ______51_______

2a. Does the permittee utilize the optional 7th MCM related to construction?

___ Yes _X_ No

2b. If ‘yes,’ then provide the following information for this permit year (refer to the MS4 General Permit TXR040000 Part IV Section B.2.(i)):

The number of municipal construction activities

authorized under this general permit

The total number of acres disturbed for municipal construction projects

Note: Though the seventh MCM is optional, implementation must be requested on the NOI or on a NOC and approved by the TCEQ.

J. Certification

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 gathered and evaluated 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 that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for knowing violations.


Name (printed):_____________________ Title:___________________________

Signature: _________________________ Date:___________________________

Name of MS4_____________________________________

Name (printed): _____________________ Title:__________________________

Signature: _________________________ Date:__________________________

Name of MS4

Name (printed):______________________ Title:__________________________

Signature: _________________________ Date:__________________________

Name of MS4


Signature: __________________________ Date:__________________________

Name of MS4


Signature: __________________________ Date:__________________________

Name of MS4

Note: If this is this a system-wide annual report including information for all permittees, each permittee shall sign and certify the annual report in accordance with 30 TAC

§305.128 (relating to Signatories to Reports).

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