Board of County Commissioners | May 5, 2026

The Douglas County Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting on May 5, 2026, primarily focused on discussing the establishment of a countywide stormwater utility. The meeting included extensive public comment expressing both support and opposition to the proposed stormwater utility fee structure. County staff and consultants presented detailed information on the history, funding challenges, and proposed rate structures for the stormwater utility, including tiered rates based on impervious surface area and a capital surcharge for properties benefiting from specific projects. The utility aims to provide sustainable funding for stormwater operations, maintenance, and capital improvements, including land acquisition for flood mitigation. Commissioners discussed concerns about transparency, rate caps, and the equitable distribution of fees. No final action was taken, but the ordinance was introduced for first reading, with further hearings and possible adoption scheduled for later in May. The meeting emphasized the need for a dedicated funding source to sustain stormwater management and highlighted ongoing efforts to balance fiscal responsibility with community impact.