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Bellaire is progressing with Phase 1 of the Cypress Ditch project, aimed at reducing flooding. The city is awaiting Houston's finalization of a land swap for wastewater treatment. Construction includes decommissioning the current wastewater plant and developing north and south basins, with completion of the south basin expected by Q1 2027 and the north basin by Q3 2028.

The project will enhance stormwater capacity by 60%. A $15 million funding contribution from Harris County Flood Control District is pending approval.