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Richard-area business owners press Monongalia commissioners for drainage help as state jurisdiction complicates fixes
Summary
Several Richard-area residents and business owners told the county commission on Feb. 25 that recurring flooding and clogged drains are harming businesses and property values; commissioners said they are limited by state jurisdiction over many ditches but will press the Department of Highways and seek partnerships.
Multiple residents on Feb. 25 urged the Monongalia County Commission to act on persistent flooding and clogged drainage in the Richard area, describing repeated property damage and local efforts to manage the problem.
Chad Matheny, who owns several local businesses, thanked the sheriff for patrols and said state-contracted crews have spent days doing work that local operators could complete in hours; he urged the commission to consider subcontracting local excavating firms to clear drains. "If the drains aren't open, there's no place for the…
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