Flood mitigation continues to be a top priority in District A. I am constantly working on ways to prepare for and prevent flooding in District A. While upgraded infrastructure is needed in many circumstances, maintenance of open ditches can sometimes mean the difference between flooding and not.
Under the new Ditch Maintenance Program that I implemented recently, City-owned ditches are now being maintained more regularly in our community. Now I am ready to expand this assistance to roadside (open) ditches in front of your homes!
Program Details:
This program is to assist with cleaning, mowing, regrading, and desilting roadside (open) ditches in front of your homes or businesses for those in need. This will be a one-time cleanup as this new program is implemented with the possibility for more in the future.
Per the City Code of Ordinances [Article XI, Section 10-451 B (10)], it is the abutting property owner’s responsibility to maintain ditches free of debris so water can flow with minimal obstructions (clear of weeds, brush, rubbish, or any debris that may prevent the flow of water). This means that it is your responsibility to maintain the ditch in front of your home. While it might be your responsibility, it is not always feasible to do so. This is where the new Ditch Maintenance Program comes in to help in these circumstances!
Criteria to Apply:
This is a new pilot program I implemented and has limited funding. This program is for District A residents/businesses only. If you are not sure which council district you are in, please check here. We will maintain ditches on a first-come, first served basis until funding runs out. As of this time, we are only accepting applications if you meet one or more of the following:
- Senior citizen
- Limited mobility
- Unique circumstance where maintaining a ditch is not available/feasible
How to Apply:
Fill out the survey here. If you have any questions/concerns with the form, please contact my office. If you have a flooding concern that is not related to an open ditch, please do the following:
1. Contact 3-1-1 and get a Service Request (SR) Number. Ways to contact 3-1-1:
2. Send the SR Number and photos (if available) to my office:
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