Brownsville Proposing New Stormwater Utility System and Fee to Combat Flooding and Protect Resacas, Oct. 6th
· Texas Border Business
Brownsville city officials are proposing significant changes to improve the city's drainage infrastructure and address flooding issues. On October 6, 2026, the City Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinances No. 2026-1824 and No. 2026-1825, which aim to create a Municipal Drainage Utility System and a new Stormwater Utility Fee. This initiative is expected to generate $6.6 million annually for drainage improvements and relieve the General Fund by $740,000. Most residential homeowners will not see an increase in fees, while commercial properties will pay based on their impervious surfaces. A final vote is scheduled for October 7, 2026.
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