Douglas County weighs stormwater utility, residents press for faster work after Smelter Creek flooding County staff outlined compliance obligations at Lake Tahoe, maintenance gains and a $140 million capital list; staff proposed a dedicated stormwater utility averaging about $6 per month per household to fund operations and capital. Dozens of residents in public comment urged faster cleanup and damage assessment after recent Smelter Creek floods in

Douglas County is at a crossroads: with a stormwater program needing $4-5 million annually to protect residents and Lake Tahoe's clarity, can they find the funding before it's too late?

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Douglas County's Stormwater Master Plan Addresses Flooding and Critical Land Acquisition Douglas County prioritizes stormwater projects and critical land to manage flooding issues.

Douglas County is taking a bold step towards a sustainable future with a flexible stormwater management plan that adapts to community needs and environmental changes.

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Douglas County Officials Discuss Stormwater Funding Challenges and Solutions County officials outline urgent funding needs for stormwater management and potential revenue sources.

Douglas County is facing a $141 million funding crisis for its stormwater management program, threatening community safety and environmental protection.

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Douglas County Discusses Urgent Need for Stormwater Infrastructure Solutions County meeting highlights community flooding issues and explores funding options for stormwater programs.

The Douglas County Board of Commissioners is taking urgent steps to tackle stormwater management, inviting community voices to shape solutions that could protect homes from future flooding.

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