The Flower Mound Town Council meeting on July 21, 2025, focused on proposed changes to the town's stormwater fee structure, which aims to shift from a declining rate system to an inclining rate system. This change would significantly alter how fees are assessed for residential and non-residential properties based on their impervious area and runoff contributions.

Currently, larger properties pay lower fees compared to smaller ones, but the new proposal suggests that fees for larger properties would increase substantially. Under the proposed three-tier structure, the fee for properties less than one acre would decrease from $6 to $4.40, while fees for properties greater than five acres could rise dramatically from $4.40 to approximately $19.26 per month. This shift is designed to align fees more closely with the benefits received from the stormwater system, as larger properties typically contribute more runoff.

The meeting included a detailed analysis of Equivalent Residential Units (ERUs), which are used to calculate stormwater fees. The proposed changes would result in an increase in residential ERUs from 24,400 to 26,088, indicating a need for higher fees to maintain the same revenue level of about $2.19 million. For non-residential properties, the analysis showed an increase in ERUs due to a reduction in the size of the ERU, which would also affect fee calculations.

Council members expressed concerns about the potential financial impact on residents, particularly those with larger properties. The discussion highlighted the importance of ensuring equity in the fee structure while also addressing the town's stormwater management needs.

As the council continues to refine the proposal, further discussions and public input will be essential to finalize the new fee structure and its implications for the community.