Lay-pack members press to avoid development in flood zones as county assumes NFIP duties

Speakers urged the general plan to discourage building in flood-prone areas and to prioritize wetlands restoration as a long-term flood-mitigation strategy. A staff facilitator noted the county recently took over administration of the National Flood Insurance Program and is completing required audits; staff warned the county should proceed cautiously to avoid actions that could raise flood-insurance ratings for residents.