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Resident urges Burlington to buy low-lying parcels for pocket parks to reduce flood risk
Summary
A resident recommended the city proactively acquire low-lying land near streams and convert it into small green spaces or pocket parks as a low-cost mitigation strategy to reduce repeated flood damage to homes and residents' financial stability.
During public comment, Sean Ewing urged council to consider proactively buying low-lying land near streams or flood-prone areas and converting small parcels into pocket parks or open space that can absorb occasional flooding without imposing losses on homeowners.
"These small parcels are perfect candidates for green spaces, pocket parks," Ewing said, arguing that a pocket park that floods can be repaired with modest expense while homes impacted by flooding risk long-term financial loss and displacement. He noted that the new homes on North Beaumont Avenue and other areas have been impacted in the past and could be vulnerable to future rain events.
Councilmembers acknowledged the concern, named local trouble spots, and said they would keep stormwater and the city manager informed about the suggestion. No formal action was taken; the comment was entered for staff consideration and potential follow-up with stormwater and planning staff.
