Council hears extensive stormwater problems, seeks comprehensive county study and funding options

Jul 14, 2026

Councilors and staff described clogged drains, undersized tile, and sediment buildup across town and said the town’s stormwater fund is limited; staff recommended a county-partnered comprehensive survey to map flows and prioritize culverts and ditch work and noted a letter from Dan Carlisle concerning flooding and a possible fee increase.

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Councilors and staff spent significant time detailing long-standing stormwater problems and potential remedies, from localized jetting and camera investigations to larger-scale culvert and ditch reconstruction.

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