During a recent county council meeting, residents voiced urgent concerns regarding severe flooding issues affecting their properties, primarily linked to inadequate drainage from a neighboring development.

Terry Davis, a resident of the Cannerfield neighborhood, highlighted ongoing flooding problems that have rendered yards unusable and posed health risks due to standing water. Davis reported that runoff from a property owned by local businessman Mark Mason has caused persistent flooding, despite previous notifications to county officials. Davis urged the council to conduct an immediate inspection of the property and enforce drainage regulations, emphasizing the need for accountability from the property owner before any future construction begins.

Melita Raven, representing her family, echoed these concerns, detailing how flooding has impacted her parents' property for over 40 years. She attributed the flooding to changes made during the development of the Cannerfield subdivision, which she argued was poorly planned without adequate drainage systems. Raven called for the council to hold developers accountable and implement proper stormwater management to prevent further issues.

The third speaker, Corland Burring, expressed frustration over the council's handling of flooding complaints in the Pecan Orchard area. Burring detailed a timeline of her attempts to engage with the council and administration regarding flooding and drainage issues, including a lack of response to her Freedom of Information Act requests. She raised concerns about the legality of drainage installations on her property without proper permissions and the absence of necessary permits.

The meeting underscored a growing frustration among residents regarding the county's response to flooding and drainage issues, with calls for immediate action to protect their homes and ensure responsible development practices in the community.