Wilson County storm water office presents March inspections, approves status-quo budget; tree giveaway and youth litter challenge set

James B., the storm water presenter, told the board the department completed about 17 site-compliance inspections, 18 total inspections, responded to four complaints and reviewed 19 plans in March. He said the department distributed more than 1,500 trees during a recent giveaway and will partner with Green Interchange on an upcoming tree giveaway at the fairgrounds.

On budget, James B. presented a status-quo storm water budget listed at $872,000 in the packet; one board member recalled a $900,000 figure from an earlier reference, and James B. clarified the packet shows $872,000. The board moved and seconded approval of the storm water report and status-quo budget; the motion passed by voice vote.

James B. also announced the 16th annual Think Green, Think Clean Youth Litter Challenge on April 25, a school-partnership event to engage students in litter pickup and environmental education.

The board approved the storm water report and budget by voice vote; the packet will remain the official budget reference.