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Residents question MSBU assessments after Whiskey Creek and Sheffield Way dredging; commission affirms final assessment rolls
Summary
Public commenters questioned why property owners were assessed for Whiskey Creek and Sheffield Way dredging projects, arguing the waterways serve broader stormwater and navigation functions; county staff said the municipal services benefit unit (MSBU) process (50%+1 petition) was followed, independent surveyors verified completion, and the board adopted final assessment resolutions for both projects.
Lee County commissioners on Feb. 17 heard extended public comment and approved resolutions confirming final assessment rolls and ratifying completion of capital improvements for two municipal services benefit unit (MSBU) dredging projects: Whiskey Creek and Sheffield Way.
County Attorney David Halverson and staff summarized the legal and procedural background: Whiskey Creek MSBU was created in June 2020, work has been completed, and the final step is to confirm the amounts owed by each benefited property. Staff and an independent third‑party surveyor presented…
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