A representative identified in the record as Dr. Lehi requested county reimbursement for maintenance work on 28 flood-control structures in the Tawakoni Creek and Casper Creek watersheds shared with the National Resource Conservation Service. He said Tawakoni Creek Watershed covers about 90.5 square miles and Casper Creek about 20.5 square miles and that 23 structures are listed as high-hazard by the state, meaning a breach could cause significant loss of life, property and county infrastructure.

Dr. Lehi said the districts spent approximately $98,891 on maintenance for Tawakoni Creek and about $15,000 for Casper Creek this year, and requested $10,000 for one district and $1,500 for the other, totaling $11,500. He noted the districts had refilled easements and used drones for brush control. The court made a motion to approve reimbursement of $11,500 and the motion passed by voice vote.

Staff emphasized that these reimbursements are discretionary contributions that historically have been provided by the court to offset maintenance activities for watershed districts.