Mapleton’s FY 2026-2027 budget commits Storm Water Fund capital to system upgrades: $275,000 for "Master Plan Storm Drain Improvements" and $120,000 for "Miscellaneous Storm Drain Improvements." The operating budget also funds materials, sweeper maintenance, and increased staffing, indicating a more proactive approach to stormwater management driven by growth and regulatory requirements. No specific projects or locations are named, but the dollar amounts and labels suggest work on master-planned trunk lines, inlets, and localized drainage fixes. Stormwater engineers, hydrologists, and construction firms that specialize in piped systems, detention, and green infrastructure can assist in prioritizing and delivering these improvements. The master plan line item is particularly suited to consultants who can help Mapleton translate its storm drain master plan into shovel-ready projects, optimize sizing, and ensure MS4 compliance while the "miscellaneous" line offers smaller on-call type work.

Storm water revenues are rising with higher utility billing; staffing increases and sweeper maintena...