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Board discusses storm‑water outreach, asks for comprehensive‑plan copy and proposes a ‘storm water festival’
Summary
Board members requested copies of the comprehensive land‑use plan and discussed a proposal to boost stormwater education — including a community 'storm water festival' or participation in Trucks in the Park, tree plantings, River Keepers and library programming.
A board member asked for copies of the comprehensive land‑use plan to help board members reference city planning guidance and training materials; staff said they would email copies and could provide hard copies for anyone who needed them.
During the same agenda segment, a board member proposed boosting the stormwater department’s outreach by coordinating a ‘storm water festival’ or by occupying a dedicated presence at the established 'Trucks in the Park' event. Proposed activities included tree plantings with a naming contest, demonstrations by River Keepers and library booths, water‑testing science activities for children, and involvement from utility partners such as Duke Energy and the fire department.
Board members discussed keeping costs low by partnering with existing events and noted that Jamie (city staff referenced in the transcript) would follow up on river sweep coordination. No formal motion or vote was recorded on the outreach idea; staff and board agreed to follow up and explore options for next year.
