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Pocahontas County Floodplain Manager Scott Triplett recommended inviting FEMA to a future commission meeting to discuss necessary updates for the county's Floodplain Ordinance, last updated on November 3, 2010. The new FEMA floodplain maps, which took effect in July, expand designated floodplain areas using lidar technology for more accurate elevation mapping.

Commission President John Rebinski raised concerns about FEMA's approval of the new maps despite county objections. Additionally, the commission approved $19,000 for tree removal related to the PMH Wastewater Treatment Plant Project, which has a total cost of $1,780,000. They also accepted a $5,000 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Grant for lighting upgrades at the former ARC Building and scheduled budget preparation sessions for March 9, 11, and 13, 2026.