City Council Tackles Flooding with New Drainage Project

During a recent city council meeting, discussions centered around a collaborative drainage project aimed at alleviating flooding issues along Rice Farm Road and extending to Twin City Highway. Councilman Kinlaw highlighted the partnership with the local drainage district, noting that the city would cover material costs while the drainage district would provide skilled concrete crews for the project.

The council expressed confidence in the initiative, emphasizing its potential to significantly improve local drainage conditions. Kinlaw confirmed that a developer involved in the area had fulfilled all agreed-upon drainage improvements, including the completion of ditches behind residential properties.

However, procedural complexities arose when it was revealed that a previous motion to advance the project had been rescinded by council members Lewis and Hamilton Arrowfield. This led to a need for a new motion to be introduced, prompting discussions on how to properly articulate the new proposal.

The council's focus on effective drainage solutions reflects ongoing efforts to address community concerns about flooding, underscoring the importance of collaboration between city officials and local developers.