Commission Approves Beaver Removal Proposal Amidst Drainage Plan Delays
October 29, 2024 | Evansville City, Vanderburgh County, Indiana
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The meeting began with a discussion regarding an encroachment agreement for a barn that had raised concerns among neighbors about potential drainage blockages. After reviewing the situation, the board concluded that the barn would not cause significant issues but emphasized the need to prevent a precedent that could lead to further encroachments. A motion to approve the encroachment agreement was unanimously passed by the commissioners.
Next on the agenda was a drainage plan from Milestone, which was postponed due to incomplete revisions from Me Kirk Engineering. The board noted that no remonstrators were present, and the matter would be revisited at the upcoming meetings on November 12 or 19.
The board then addressed a proposal for the removal of nuisance beaver dams along Crawford Brandeis Extension. Southern Indiana Wild Game Management LLC submitted a proposal for $4,250 to assess and remove the dams, which were reported to be causing water retention issues. The board approved this proposal to mitigate potential flooding problems.
Following this, the board reviewed 12 ditch claims totaling $34,353.06, which were for previously approved contracted work. A motion for retroactive approval of these claims was also passed unanimously.
In closing, an update was provided regarding the Pigeon Creek Watershed Development Commission, with meetings scheduled for November 21 and December 19, 2024, at the Evansville Public Library. The board also announced plans for a virtual informational meeting with the Kankakee River Basin Development Commission to gain insights into watershed management, emphasizing the importance of education on these matters for Vanderburgh County.
Overall, the meeting highlighted the board's proactive approach to managing local drainage issues and fostering collaboration with environmental agencies.
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