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Residents, manager press Palmyra Borough to address chronic stormwater tied to Ridge Road development
Summary
Residents told the Palmyra Borough Council at its July meeting that a recent Ridge Road development and long-standing mapping irregularities are worsening stormwater problems. Borough staff said old maps, unconnected pipes and a 1956 plan will be examined and the borough engineer is studying fixes.
Residents told the Palmyra Borough Council on July 22 that repeated flooding and runoff linked to a recent Ridge Road development and longstanding infrastructure problems require immediate follow-up.
At a public comment period, resident Dave McCloskey of 212 East Ridge Road told the council, “we did not show up soon enough when there was a development going in to voice our concerns.” He said residents have previously raised water concerns, submitted photos and videos, and that the new development has made the problem worse.
Why it matters: council members and staff heard that the problem is old and…
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