Why is Flood Mitigation Important?
Most people have been affected by natural hazards in some way. While hazards cannot be prevented from occurring, mitigation planning focuses on reducing the impact of potential disasters. Ongoing maintenance to existing creeks, ditches, and stormwater drainage systems are vital to maintain the hydraulic performance of the drain. Developing and reviewing a regular maintenance schedule for flood prone areas can provide significant benefit during seasonal rains. Several flood mitigation projects are included in the Town’s 5 year Capital Improvement Project.