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Council updates flood damage prevention ordinance to meet CRS prerequisites
Summary
Youngsville amended its flood-damage prevention code (Chapter 115, Article 5) to meet Community Rating System (CRS) prerequisites; council adopted the ordinance on a unanimous roll call.
The Youngsville City Council adopted an amendment to the city code, chapter 115 (Flood Damage Prevention), article 5, to satisfy prerequisites for the Community Rating System (CRS) program.
Council Member Barres moved the ordinance (5062025) and Council Member Bolgiano seconded. Council members voted unanimously to adopt the amendment on roll call; the measure was presented as consistent with CRS requirements to improve the city’s floodplain management practices.
Staff did not read the entire code change at the hearing but recorded that the amendment updates provisions for flood-hazard reduction. The council approved the ordinance during the meeting’s ordinance section and the item passed on a unanimous voice or roll call vote.
Why it matters: CRS participation can affect flood-insurance premium discounts for residents by demonstrating stronger local floodplain management practices; updating the code is a forward step toward maintaining or improving the city’s CRS rating.
Staff will proceed with the next administrative steps required to implement the amended code and any subsequent filings for CRS recognition.
