The Court approved a declaration that acquiring two tracts of land along Upper Cypress Creek serves a public purpose, directing the Real Property Division to acquire them for floodplain preservation and authorizing eminent domain if needed.

What it means for you

Two parcels in the Cypress Creek Watershed area can now be acquired for flood control purposes, with eminent domain available as a last resort if the owner does not agree to sell.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ramsey, seconded by Commissioner Briones, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-0)

How each member voted

4–0, per the official record.