Establishment of Stormwater Enterprise Utility

Stormwater Rate Study

Douglas County is working to improve how stormwater is managed across the community. As part of this effort, the County is developing a Stormwater Utility Rate Study to establish a new revenue source that will fund stormwater maintenance and infrastructure improvements identified in the Stormwater Master Plan.

Key goals of the program include adopting and implementing the Stormwater Master Plan, identifying strategies to reduce pollutants from residential, commercial, and industrial development before they enter local surface waters, and partnering with the agricultural community to explore opportunities for open-space conservation and flood mitigation projects.

The Board of County Commissioners received initial rate study recommendations during its April 16, 2026 meeting, which was held at the Historic Courthouse in Minden. Residents, property owners, and stakeholders had the opportunity to review preliminary recommendations and provide input during the public meeting.

For more information, read our recent news story about the project and workshop.

Establishment of Stormwater Enterprise Fund and Utility Rate Study Contract

At its December 4, 2025 meeting, the Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 2025R-102, officially establishing a Stormwater Enterprise Fund and moving forward with the creation of a county-wide stormwater utility.

• View the meeting on YouTube
• View the presentation to the Board