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City presents scaled Deer Run drainage plan; construction under way on phase 1
Summary
City staff outlined a reduced, phased drainage improvement for the Deer Run neighborhood that cuts the earlier $5.7 million proposal by roughly $2.5 million, begins construction this month, and relies on a larger outfall into the C‑3 canal near Quiet Waters Park.
City staff presented details Oct. 7 on a phased drainage improvement project for the Deer Run neighborhood and said construction on phase 1 has begun.
Why it matters: Deer Run is among the city’s frequently flooded neighborhoods. Staff described a smaller, targeted Phase 1 intended to address the worst‑performing areas while saving roughly $2.5 million compared with a prior full‑scope proposal.
Project scope and changes: Interim environmental services director Eric Power told the commission staff previously proposed a roughly $5.7 million full project but paused work for a technical review after he took the interim role. The version presented Oct. 7 focuses on a smaller area and reduces cost by about $2.5 million compared with the earlier estimate. Staff said they believe Phase 1 will “actually solve all the problems in the Deer Run area,” but plan to reevaluate on completion and pursue additional phases if needed.
Key technical elements: The Phase 1 work includes installing new drainage pipes inside grass swales, placing about 50 new drainage structures, converting a dead‑end near Southwest First Court into a retention area, and repaving roadways with a mill and overlay at the end of construction. Staff highlighted coordination with Broward County to obtain permission for a larger outfall into the C‑3 canal behind Quiet Waters Park; that larger outfall will allow stormwater to be discharged earlier and with higher capacity than previously permitted.
Construction and traffic: The contractor has mobilized and staff estimated a roughly 10‑month construction schedule. City staff said they will use a maintenance‑of‑traffic plan to preserve resident access; nightly trench closures are required so open trenches are closed to allow nighttime vehicle travel.
Public outreach and next steps: Power said a public workshop had only one resident in attendance, so staff increased outreach and presented the plan at the commission meeting to ensure broader awareness. Staff will repair any affected irrigation, driveways or sidewalks after construction and will post construction staging and access instructions to residents in the work area.
