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Why it matters
Harris County is spending $30,660 to buy wetland credits because a flood control project near East T.C. Jester will disturb 0.511 acres of wetlands. Federal law requires those wetlands to be replaced elsewhere.
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Key details
- Cost: $30,660
- Wetlands affected: 0.511 acres
- Credit source: Greens Bayou Wetlands Mitigation Bank
- Project type: Stormwater detention basin, Cypress Creek Watershed
- Approving body: Harris County Commissioners Court
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If this passes
Harris County purchases the wetland mitigation credits, satisfying the federal requirement tied to the East T.C. Jester Stormwater Detention Basin project.
If this does not pass
Needs official bill text, a fiscal note, or a transparent calculation before we state this impact.
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