Discussion and possible action to authorize the Planning Department to initiate discussions with the Texas Water Development Board for the adoption, implementation and incorporation of the Base Level Engineering (BLE) floodplain data into Webb County’s Flood Damage Prevention Order and any other matters incident thereto.
 
Issue: The Texas Water Development Board and the Federal Emergency Management Agency have partnered to update floodplain maps for the State of Texas.  The updated floodplain BLE maps were developed using modern topographical surveying methods that develop floodplain maps with a higher degree of accuracy. 
 
Solution: Incorporating these maps into Webb County’s floodplain management program will allow the Planning Department to provide improved land development guidelines for future growth and provide better protection for property and the health and safety of county residents.
 
Result: Webb County will be able to implement the most up-to-date floodplain management map data for the protection of property and lives from risks associated with flooding.

The Texas Water Development Board and the Federal Emergency Management Agency have partnered to update floodplain maps for the State of Texas.  The updated floodplain BLE maps were developed using modern topographical surveying methods that develop floodplain maps with a higher degree of accuracy.  

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