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River Ridge discusses storm-surge protection; board to assist coordination
Summary
District and club staff outlined a multi-year resilience plan and asked the CDD to designate representatives to help coordinate storm-surge protection efforts; a topographic example showed a 10'–12' surge could flood 45%–55% of the community in a hypothetical event.
Pelican Sound and River Ridge staff briefed the Board on early-stage planning for storm-surge protection and community resilience, asking the CDD to participate in coordination with county, state, and potentially Army Corps partners.
Eric Long described an action plan and the possible creation of an advisory/review panel to address storms and climate risks over the next five to ten years. Using a hypothetical scenario referenced as Hurricane Milton, he said a topographic map indicated a 10'–12' surge could have inundated roughly 45%–55% of the community. He suggested the issue will require long-term coordination among multiple agencies and possible partnerships with adjacent communities such as West Bay. The Board expressed support and agreed Mr. Long and newly appointed Mr. Merrill would assist; Mr. Krebs was authorized to provide technical support as needed.
No formal vote or funding decision was made; the discussion established a direction for continued planning and interagency outreach.
