Residents urge city council for urgent flood control at Regency Highlands 2

The Parma City Council meeting held on April 8, 2025, addressed critical concerns regarding flood control and public safety in the Regency Highlands area. Residents voiced urgent requests for assistance due to ongoing flooding issues that have led to significant property risks and health hazards.

During the meeting, a resident highlighted the dire situation faced by the Regency Highlands condominiums, where overflowing sewers have exposed gas lines and created a potential collapse of the only access road for five residents. The speaker emphasized the immediate threat to health and safety, particularly with the onset of seasonal rains, which could further exacerbate the flooding and lead to dangerous conditions.

The resident urged the city council to take action to prevent sewage overflow and mitigate the flooding caused by runoff from neighboring areas, including city streets and Padua High School. The speaker expressed concern over the risk of disease from pests that have proliferated due to the flooding.

In response, a council member acknowledged the issue and indicated that an assistant engineer was present to gather further details and assist the residents. The council member encouraged the resident to provide information to the engineer for follow-up.

The meeting concluded with an invitation for additional comments from the public, indicating an ongoing commitment from the council to address community concerns. The discussions underscored the urgency of implementing effective flood control measures to protect residents and their properties in the Regency Highlands area.