Flood Control Commission Meeting - 04/15/2026

The County of Tulare Flood Control Commission held a meeting on April 15, 2026, focusing primarily on flood control projects, budget considerations, and inter-agency coordination. Key procurement-related discussions included the adoption of bylaws to enable filling commission vacancies, updates on routine maintenance agreements with state agencies, and the management of contracts limited to $75,000 for flood-related work. The commission reviewed capital improvement projects funded by community development block grant disaster recovery funds, including a $4 million mitigation allocation and plans to replace storm pumps with a goal of five replacements per year. They also discussed FEMA grant funding challenges, including delays and reimbursement issues, and the need for coordinated efforts to secure future funding. Additionally, the commission addressed operational agreements and access rights related to flood control channels, emphasizing the need for enforceable policies to manage developer activities impacting flood infrastructure. No formal votes on contracts or budget allocations were recorded beyond the adoption of bylaws, but several action items were identified for future meetings, including updates on FEMA processes and potential special meetings to address commission vacancies.