Parish urged to stay engaged as Corps study and federal funds move forward for $6B levee program and Lake Pontchartrain barrier study Mark Wingate and parish staff briefed the committee on two large flood-risk efforts: a Corps-led levee and elevation program authorized by WRDA and an early-stage Lake Pontchartrain barrier feasibility study; Wingate said initial cost-share funds are moving to the Corps and warned parish involvement is critical to shape project outcomes and timetables.

A $6 billion flood-risk initiative is on the horizon, but local engagement is crucial to ensure it meets community needs!

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Committee approves $3 million for salt‑cedar mitigation along Lower Gila River The committee recommended a due pass for SB16‑77, appropriating $3,000,000 to the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management for salt‑cedar removal and habitat restoration along a 36‑mile stretch of the Lower Gila River; supporters cited flood, wildfire and ecological benefits and urged strategic removal and native replanting.

Arizona's Natural Resources Committee just backed a $3 million plan to tackle invasive salt-cedar, promising to restore the Lower Gila River's ecological balance and mitigate flood and fire risks!

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Staff updates: FEMA mapping appeal window opens; Colgan Creek restoration completes construction, enters planting phase Planning staff outlined a 90‑day FEMA flood‑map appeal period (Jan. 20–Apr. 20, 2026) and the South Santa Rosa specific plan timeline; water department staff said the Lower Colgan Creek Restoration has finished construction, reached >100‑year capacity and is installing ~9,000 native plants and monarch habitat.

Exciting changes are coming to Santa Rosa as the Lower Colgan Creek Restoration wraps up construction and the city prepares for a crucial FEMA flood-map appeal period!

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CPRA reports 106 active projects and new federal funding as Saint Tammany plans advance CPRA executive director Michael Hay told the board that 106 projects are active statewide, highlighted major earmarks and FEMA awards that unlocked stalled work, and previewed near-term construction and design announcements for several coastal restoration efforts affecting Saint Tammany Parish.

With 106 active projects underway and a massive federal funding boost, Louisiana's coastal restoration efforts are about to accelerate significantly!

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Commission approves Lakes of Black Creek Phase 2 sketch plan with conditions; board also approves several contracts and FLOST IGA The board approved a sketch plat for Phase 2 of the Lakes of Black Creek (98.97 acres, 144 lots) with staff conditions including a flood study and access-rights documentation, and voted to approve multiple construction and technology contracts and an intergovernmental FLOST agreement.

The Bryan County Board just greenlit Phase 2 of the Lakes of Black Creek, paving the way for 144 new lots while ensuring flood safety and access rights!

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Managing Flood Risk: Who is Involved? | The Flood Hub

As our Focus Week comes to a close, our page recaps the key duties, responsibilities, and roles of the different #RiskManagementAuthorities and stakeholders involved in the wider ‘jigsaw’ of #FloodRiskManagement. 🧩 thefloodhub.co.uk/how-flood-ri...

Highways Authorities are #unitaryauthorities or #countycouncils and take a lead role in managing highway #drainage and roadside ditches. They also work closely with LLFAs and #FloodRiskManagement teams to help reduce #surfacewater #floodrisk.

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Aurora staff says five federal earmarks cleared and $15.6M WRDA request submitted; BUILD grant due Feb. 24 City staff told the Pfizer committee on Feb. 5 that five Transportation, Housing and Urban Development earmarks were signed into law for Aurora projects totaling roughly $2.7 million in awards, the city submitted a $15.6 million WRDA request for stormwater work, and a DOT BUILD grant application for Mount View Boulevard is due Feb. 24.

Aurora City is set to receive $2.7 million in federal funding for crucial projects, paving the way for improved fire safety and transportation infrastructure!

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Consultants present HUC‑10 regional drainage study; consultants and city map $1.5B program of projects to reduce flood risk Civil Systems Engineering presented a regional HUC‑10 watershed study to Harlingen commissioners, outlining 39 subbasins, monitoring upgrades and a toolbox of drainage measures (channel improvements, detention basins, reused resacas) and estimating a program cost in the range of $1.5 billion while urging coordination with IBWC and neighboring counties.

Harlingen commissioners were presented with a bold $1.5 billion flood risk reduction plan that could transform regional drainage and protect communities across three counties.

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Our ‘Managing Flood Risk – Who’s Involved’ Focus Week starts next week. We will be taking a look at the various stakeholders involved in #floodrisk management and the role they undertake.

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Tri County planners flag small‑bridge and culvert vulnerabilities and discuss regional funding options Planners spent significant time on the engineering and funding challenges for small bridges and culverts: sediment removal at Pine Hill, designing for extreme events, PennDOT constraints and an example $5 local use fee in Cumberland County that Perry County does not have.

Tri County planners are sounding the alarm on vulnerable small bridges and culverts, urging a major rethink of engineering designs to combat increasing flood risks.

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Mohave County asks staff to work with cities after debate over flood‑control allocation formula The Board debated a proposed Flood Control District allocation that would weight floodplain area and population alongside assessed value. Lake Havasu officials warned the change would cut their funding; the board directed staff to work with city partners on a revised approach.

Mohave County is rethinking how it allocates flood-control funding, sparking intense debate among city officials who fear losing vital resources for safety projects.

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Port staff outline $61.2 million estimate and $10 million emergency stabilization plan for Dry Dock No. 2 Port staff said Dry Dock No. 2 is deteriorating, requiring emergency stabilization ahead of eventual demolition; staff estimated total costs at $61.2 million, have $20 million available now and plan an emergency contract not to exceed $10 million to stabilize the structure while seeking supplemental appropriations for removal.

The San Francisco port is facing a $61.2 million challenge as emergency repairs and stabilization efforts for the deteriorating Dry Dock No. 2 become critical before demolition can begin.

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Merced County approves on-call vegetation management agreement to protect waterways The Merced County Board of Supervisors authorized the Director of Public Works to award and execute an on-call vegetation management agreement to maintain county waterways and comply with state and federal environmental windows, after prequalifying contractors via an October invitation to bid.

Merced County is taking crucial steps to protect its waterways and reduce flood risk by approving a new vegetation management agreement!

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Consultant updates Granite County on Flint Creek inspection plan after FERC comments HDR consultant told commissioners that FERC returned comments on the Flint Creek dam inspection plan; HDR has drafted responses, added consequence‑analysis material and scheduled inspections for May with backup dates in June. Coordination calls with FERC will follow formal plan approval.

Granite County is gearing up for crucial inspections of the Flint Creek dam, with new updates from HDR consultant Jess Wright promising a streamlined approach following FERC's feedback.

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County seeks revolving fund and loan for Richardson Park pump station replacement Officials briefed the committee on a two-phase Richardson Park pump station replacement serving about 30,000 sewer customers; phase 2 (above-grade work) is estimated at about $17 million and staff said the county may seek a $17.7 million loan to include contingency.

A major overhaul is in the works for the Richardson Park pump station, aimed at modernizing operations and protecting against flooding for 30,000 customers.

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Brooklyn board hears city, FDNY and state on community battery storage safety, siting and inspections City and state officials told Brooklyn Borough board members how battery energy storage systems are approved, inspected and responded to by FDNY and DOB, while community leaders pressed for clearer flood-zone, inspection and liability information.

Brooklyn officials are addressing community concerns over battery energy storage systems, promising enhanced safety measures and transparency amid ambitious energy goals.

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Central staff update stormwater master plan, demo Early Flows and report FEMA insurance gains City of Central staff summarized work since a damaging 2016 flood, including new hydraulic modeling, regulatory changes to limit future flood risk, an online flood-warning tool, and grant-seeking for a large retention project at Beaver Bayou. Staff said the citys FEMA Community Rating System score improved from Class 7 to Class 5, which could add

Central is taking bold steps to reduce flood risk with updated hydraulic models and a significant funding boost, all stemming from lessons learned after the catastrophic 2016 flood.

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Germantown board rejects Blackstone Creek PDD amendments, halting plan that would have allowed Culver's and 205 multifamily units The Village Board voted down proposed amendments to the Blackstone Creek plan development district and an associated certified survey map that would have created a 1.27-acre drive-through commercial lot and allowed up to 205 multifamily units. Trustees cited concerns about a proposed land-swap, flood risk, parking and losing leverage in future land

The Germantown Village Board has rejected plans for a drive-through restaurant and 205 multifamily units, raising concerns over flood risks and future land negotiations!

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In the UK, there isn’t one single organisation responsible for managing #floodrisk, it takes a collaborative approach! 🤝

#FloodRiskManagement involves a range of partners working together, including the Environment Agency, local authorities, water companies and emergency services.

DuPage County staff outline $2.7 million first-phase plan to protect county campus from larger storm events Public works staff presented a multi-option analysis of flood risks across the DuPage County campus and recommended passive infrastructure plus floodproofing in a plan with a preliminary $2.7 million construction estimate and additional funding included in the chairs proposed budget.

DuPage County is taking decisive action with a $2.7 million plan to safeguard its facilities from increasingly severe storms, ensuring critical services remain protected.

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Council reinstates MH rezoning and grants three-year extension for proposed 12-acre RV park on North Commercial After a lengthy presentation and debate about drainage, elevation and water demand, the council reinstated a previously approved MH (manufactured-home) rezoning and granted a three-year extension for an RV park project at North Commercial and West Guile; council attached a restriction limiting manufactured-housing use and reserved engineering and许可

Exciting developments are on the horizon for Aransas Pass as the City Council greenlights a luxury RV park project, sparking debate over flood risks and community impact!

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Skagit County proclaims Flood Awareness Week; emergency management urges 'ready, set, go' preparedness The Skagit County Board of Commissioners declared Oct. 13–17, 2025, Flood Awareness Week. County emergency management outlined flood risks, preparedness steps and ongoing mitigation and recovery projects including buyouts, house elevations and EOC upgrades.

Skagit County is gearing up for Flood Awareness Week with crucial insights on flood risks and preparedness strategies that could save lives and property.

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