The county is authorizing the acquisition of six parcels of land for channel improvements and stormwater detention basins in the Melrose area of the Halls Bayou watershed, with eminent domain authorized if needed.

What it means for you

The county will acquire up to six properties — using eminent domain if owners do not agree to sell — to improve drainage channels and add flood detention capacity in Precinct 2.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Garcia, seconded by Commissioner Ramsey, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (5-0)

How each member voted

5–0, per the official record.