July 14, 2026 Drainage District Trustee Meeting

The Story County Board of Supervisors, acting as Drainage District Trustees, held a meeting on July 14, 2026, primarily to address drainage and water issues reported by the City of Kelley. The discussion focused on investigating blockages and capacity problems in drainage tiles, particularly in Drainage District 28. The city representatives presented video evidence of partial blockages and tree root intrusions in clay tile drainage lines, which have caused water pooling and slow drainage after rain events. The trustees discussed potential next steps, including jetting and digging to locate and repair the blockage, with an emphasis on waiting for drier conditions before further investigation. They also acknowledged prior maintenance work done in 2024 and considered future upsizing of drainage infrastructure as a longer-term solution. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting, but the trustees agreed to proceed with further investigation and repairs as needed, which may involve future contracting and budget considerations.