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Residents raise flooding concerns at Elm/Third retention pond; staff says designed fix and easements acquired
Summary
A resident reported recurring flooding tied to a retention pond at Elm and Third Avenue South; city staff said easements have been acquired for a designed fix and will check the status of construction.
During the public-comment portion of the meeting, a resident from Third Avenue South told council that a retention pond at Elm and Third has repeatedly filled during major weather events and contributed to localized flooding that has affected homes in the area.
The resident described efforts by neighbors to mitigate the water and said city crews have responded during storms with temporary pumps that have prevented further flooding. He asked the city to review the pond now—outside of an emergency—so silt and debris can be removed and any permanent improvements scheduled before the next significant storm.
Public-works staff responded that the pond in question is not private and that the city has designed a fix that includes acquiring easements between two patio homes to route an overflow toward a downstream pond system between Fourth and Fifth Avenues. Staff said they will check whether the construction to install the overflow pipe has been completed and will follow up with the resident. Staff also acknowledged debris and silt as issues to be addressed.
Ending: Staff said they would verify the status of the planned work and respond to the resident with next steps.
