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County explores possible EMTOC sites; manager flags flood risk on private parcel
Summary
In open session the county manager reported two potential sites for an Emergency Management/TOC facility: a Weyerhaeuser-owned parcel near the MTW Health Department that may be flood-prone, and county-owned Stotesberry property near the airport that is not in the RPZ; a landowner along Hwy. 64 may be willing to sell and funding is expected to be allocated by May 2025.
After returning from closed session, County Manager/County Attorney Curtis S. Potter reported on potential sites for a planned EMTOC (Emergency Management/TOC) building.
Potter said a parcel owned by Weyerhaeuser near the MTW Health Department appears to be low-lying and may be prone to flooding; County Soil & Water Technician Chris Respass inspected the property and noted flood risk. Potter said other landowners along Hwy. 64 might consider selling parcels, though no terms have been discussed. He also identified a Stotesberry property the county already owns near the airport as a possible site; that property is not in the RPZ (Runway Protection Zone). Potter noted the money for the project is expected to be allocated by May 2025.
Commissioner Spruill said he had spoken with a property owner (Mr. Lassiter) who indicated a willingness to sell, but Potter said no terms have been agreed. The board did not take action beyond directing further review and site evaluations.
