Community voices concerns over flood risks in rezoning plans

During a recent government meeting, a member expressed support for a proposed rezoning initiative, highlighting its logical alignment with community needs. However, the member raised concerns regarding potential flooding issues associated with the project, referencing personal experiences with past flooding in their neighborhood. They emphasized the importance of careful planning, particularly in relation to drainage and grading, to prevent adverse impacts on local properties. The member noted that their own home narrowly avoided flooding due to effective civil engineering, underscoring the critical nature of these considerations in future developments.