Residents press Peekskill engineers on maintenance, MS4 inventory and long‑term upkeep
Residents raised concerns that overgrowth, trash and encampments in culverts worsen flooding; engineers said maintenance is considered in designs, deliverable maintenance guides will be provided, and the team recommended a citywide MS4 inventory to identify priority maintenance needs.
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Multiple residents asked how the proposed projects would be maintained long term and whether grant funds cover ongoing upkeep. Courtney asked whether maintenance funding or training for DPW staff could be included; Dave replied that maintenance is integral to design and that many infiltration and vegetative practices have relatively low maintenance needs but still require an operations and maintenance (O&M) manual.
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